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Guest Post: Training Tips from Olympic Athlete Steven Benedict

  Guest Post: Training Tips from Olympic Athlete Steven Benedict We all know that exercise is important, but what we don’t know is how important other aspects of working out are, such as stretching, recovery, and what to eat before and after. Our muscles need to be treated right for us to build them up and … Continue reading Guest Post: Training Tips from Olympic Athlete Steven Benedict

Change the Clocks Not Your Mood with These 5 Steps

Change the Clocks Not Your Mood with These 5 Steps As we prepare to switch the clocks and “fall back” this November 5, many of us may give up more than an hour of daylight. We may be giving up our good mood. Many people mark the clock change as the start of more darkness, cold weather and … Continue reading Change the Clocks Not Your Mood with These 5 Steps

Torontonians Get Physical at Rethink Breast Cancer’s 16th annual Boobyball soiree

Torontonians Get Physical at Rethink Breast Cancer’s 16th annual Boobyball soiree Toronto, ON – On Friday, Oct. 13, REBEL (11 Polson St.) was full of Torontonians dressed in their best 80s and 90s apparel to celebrate the 16th edition of Rethink Breast Cancer’s Boobyball fundraiser. Themed Get Physical, the annual bash promoted regular physical activity as … Continue reading Torontonians Get Physical at Rethink Breast Cancer’s 16th annual Boobyball soiree

Put the News on Snooze… Taking a Break is Healthy by Dr. Sanam Hafeez PsyD, Neuropsychologist – Guest Post

Put the News on Snooze… Taking a Break is Healthy by Dr. Sanam Hafeez PsyD, Neuropsychologist Overloaded on bad news? You’re not alone. When we tune in to see what’s going on all we see is suffering from natural disasters, shootings, terror attacks, reports about economic uncertainty and a divided political climate, plus celebrity deaths … Continue reading Put the News on Snooze… Taking a Break is Healthy by Dr. Sanam Hafeez PsyD, Neuropsychologist – Guest Post

In honor of National Family Caregivers Month, author, hospice expert provides tips for caring for aging loved ones who cling to independence and resist support

National Family Caregivers Month is an ideal time to reflect on both the responsibilities and rewards of being a caregiver.   Being a caregiver is deeply challenging. Especially when those we’re caring for cling fiercely to their independence, resisting support and insisting on remaining independent even when this is no longer a safe option.   … Continue reading In honor of National Family Caregivers Month, author, hospice expert provides tips for caring for aging loved ones who cling to independence and resist support

Go with the Gut: 7 Foods to Eat for Better Skin, Hair and Mood

Go with the Gut: 7 Foods to Eat for Better Skin, Hair and Mood By Dr. Christopher Calapai D.O. www.drcalapai.net All symptoms of the body from thin, dull hair, and sallow skin, to acne breakouts, body aches and sluggish energy all point to the gut. Gut health is incredibly important making mindful eating an essential … Continue reading Go with the Gut: 7 Foods to Eat for Better Skin, Hair and Mood

The “fall blues” are characterized by mild depression, lack of motivation, and low energy that many people experience during the fall

The summer weather is finally winding down, the temperature is dropping and even the best of us can get a little down. The “fall blues” are characterized by mild depression, lack of motivation, and low energy that many people experience during the fall. Luckily, there’s a lot you can do to prevent the overwhelming feeling … Continue reading The “fall blues” are characterized by mild depression, lack of motivation, and low energy that many people experience during the fall

Dropping the Pounds: 5 Dieting Tips for Getting Healthy

Dropping the Pounds: 5 Dieting Tips for Getting Healthy In 2014, more than 2 in 3 adults in America were classified as overweight or obese. That statistic has risen sharply since then. Unfortunately, each year that number continues to grow. If you feel you need to lose a significant amount of weight, there are five … Continue reading Dropping the Pounds: 5 Dieting Tips for Getting Healthy

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Fight Breast Cancer With Good Nutrition

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Fight Breast Cancer With Good Nutrition Can what you eat prevent breast cancer? October is breast cancer awareness month. The National Breast Cancer Foundation created the annual campaign to raise awareness of this devastating disease. All month it encourages individuals to host or engage in fundraising events, share educational content, and … Continue reading Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Fight Breast Cancer With Good Nutrition

Get Your Blood Pumping: 5 Great Ways to Exercise at Home – Guest Post

Get Your Blood Pumping: 5 Great Ways to Exercise at Home So you want to get in shape, but you don’t have cash for the gym or time to leave the confines of your home? Never fear, there are plenty of ways to exercise within your own four walls. Here are a few ideas for … Continue reading Get Your Blood Pumping: 5 Great Ways to Exercise at Home – Guest Post