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Jan 131 min read
The 7 Types of Rest We All Need
Have you ever felt so exhausted that all you needed was a good night’s sleep? Everyone has. But have you ever STILL felt exhausted, even...
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Jan 61 min read
Rate of Perceived Exertion: Helping You Listen To Your Body
You've probably have seen a chart like this or heard the term RPE, let's look at how this can help you meet your weekly activity goals....
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Dec 15, 20242 min read
Korean BBQ Chicken
If you have yet to discover the powers of gochujang to transform any bland protein into something exciting, here’s an easy way to learn....
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Dec 3, 20242 min read
How to Keep Moving over the Holidays
If you think there’s no point in even trying to exercise over the holidays, tweak your thinking just a bit. Focus on getting in at least...
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Oct 28, 20241 min read
Shop Smart for a Healthy Immune System
After the pandemic, we all know how important it is to keep up a strong immune system, particularly among people over 65 or so. And now...
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Aug 11, 20241 min read
5 Great Reasons to Stretch
Here are a few of the main benefits of stretching. It improves your performance, no matter what you’re doing – in the gym, on a field or...
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Jul 15, 20241 min read
Walking Can Prevent Back Pain, Study Finds
Walking regularly after a flareup of back pain can prevent another occurrence for twice as long, according to a new study. “Walking is a...
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Jul 7, 20242 min read
Fitness Facts: The 3 Planes of Movement
Here’s a common exercise question, followed by a helpful explanation. “Why do you sometimes have us twist our bodies while we’re also...
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Jun 3, 20242 min read
Train for Pickleball Power
Everybody loves pickleball, it seems. But did you know that working out can give you a huge advantage on the court? It’s true. If you...
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May 20, 20241 min read
Physical Exercise Is Essential for Mental Health, Too
At every stage in life, physical health is tied to mental health. When we feel good physically, we’re more likely to feel good mentally,...
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May 15, 20244 min read
When to Pause on the Path and Look Back
Here’s a “hot take” on a common bit of advice that tells us to “Never look back – you’re not going that way.” Yeah, sure. But here’s the...
Willow Tree Studios
Apr 28, 20241 min read
A Positive Outlook and Other Longevity Hacks
Having a positive attitude is good for you and even increases the likelihood of living longer. It might be because upbeat people are also...
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Apr 9, 20242 min read
Want Longevity? ‘Keep Moving’
Do you want to live to be 100? More people are reaching that mark nowadays than ever before, and the trend will skyrocket in the coming...
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Mar 6, 20242 min read
Fitness Helped Him Thrive after Back Surgery
For Dr. Bruce Lockhart, it was back surgery that got him committed to regular exercise near retirement a decade ago. Over the years, he...
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Mar 3, 20242 min read
Paprika Chicken
Here’s a way to achieve juicy, crispy-all-over chicken without a rotisserie: Skip the pan and roast the chicken pieces directly on the...
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Feb 9, 20241 min read
Longevity Is ‘In,’ But Here’s the Bottom Line
Did you know that “longevity” is trending? Yep, books and blogs, shows and podcasts… everybody’s writing and talking about how people are...
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Feb 6, 20242 min read
Blackened Tilapia with Honey Pecan Greens
1 bunch greens (such as collard, kale, swiss, chard or mustard greens.) 3 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided 2 garlic cloves, minced...
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Jan 29, 20241 min read
Berry Delightful Breakfast Idea
Lemon Chia Seed Parfaits These bright and tangy parfaits start the day on a healthy note. 2 cups low-fat greek yogurt 1/4 cup honey 2...
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Jan 18, 20241 min read
Grab a Bowl it's National Soup Month!
The recent weather makes this a great time to try a new soup dish. With many people also embracing the Mediterranean Diet here is a...
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Jan 16, 20241 min read
Try Something New
Our mental health impacts our physical health. Keeping our brains engaged and trying new things can give us an energy boost. Like many of...
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