New Year Goals – Make Them Smart!
What are SMART goals? The SMART method helps you effectively approach reaching your goals in the workplace. The SMART acronym stands for: Specific: Increase the chances that you are able to accomplish the goals for your business by making sure they’re well-defined. […]
Read MoreChocolate Peppermint Green Smoothie
Ingredients 1 ½ cups unsweetened coconut milk or almond milk ½ avocado barely ripe or banana 1 cup baby spinach 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tablespoon flax seeds 1 tablespoon maple syrup ½ teaspoon peppermint extract I like Simply Organic 2 cups ice 2 tablespoons whipped cream and fresh mint optional Instructions Add the first 7 ingredients (everything except […]
Read MoreHealthy and Easy Pumpkin Soup
A simple puree of canned pumpkin, coconut milk, and warm spices comes together in this Healthy and Easy Pumpkin Soup! Instructions Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until soft and translucent (about 5-10 […]
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Fibromyalgia: Does exercise help or hurt?
Fibromyalgia: Does exercise help or hurt? You may be reluctant to exercise for fear that it’ll aggravate your symptoms, but research shows that regular moderate exercise lessens pain and improves function. By Mayo Clinic Staff While the pain and fatigue […]
Read More5 Things to Do Every Day to Keep Your Heart Healthy
You know that exercise and a good diet can keep your heart healthy. But what else can you do to keep your ticker going strong? Here, cardiothoracic surgeon Marc Gillinov, MD, recommends five key things you need to do every day […]
Read MoreThe major differences between sit-ups and crunches — and which core exercises are best for you
The main difference between sit-ups and crunches is the range of motion involved in each core exercise. Whereas sit-ups require you to move all the way up, close to your knees, crunches only have you move slightly off the ground. […]
Read MoreHow to Deadlift With Proper Form
Many lifters consider deadlifts to be the ultimate expression of strength. The concept of the exercise is simple: pick the heaviest load possible up off the ground. Repeat as desired. But there’s more to the deadlift than just brute strength, […]
Read More8 Simple Stretches to Relieve Lower Back Pain
Lower back pain can be a debilitating and painful condition. Fortunately, staying physically active may be the most effective and cost-efficient way to soothe or prevent it. Here are 8 simple stretches to relieve lower back pain. Lower back pain […]
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