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Three Ways to Fight Back Against Tech Neck
Next time you’re at the gym, take a quick look around and see how many people are looking down at their phones. Notice their posture. Most likely they have their heads tucked in and shoulders hunched, overstressing their necks. What you’re seeing is called tech neck. What is Tech Neck? Tech neck, also referred to…
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Stretches to Open Your Hips
The more and more I work with my clients, the more and more I understand the need to add in hip flexor mobility movements to their overall training. Hip flexors are important – they attach to your spine and pelvis, and play a big role in your posture. Many people have tight hips and the…
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Your Hamstrings are Tighter Than You Think
I am not super religious but take this day (Yom Kippur) to take stock of things and see where I can improve, and think about situations where I could have been kinder, could have helped more, could have been more understanding. Yom Kippur means “Day of Atonement,” and it’s a day set aside to “afflict the soul,” to atone…
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New Year: Time for a Healthy Reset
We decided to adopt a puppy. We have been thinking about it for a while – and the kids are at an age where they can help at least a little with him. So, without further ado – Meet StormTrooper aka Trooper. He’s a 5 month old White German Shepherd and full of energy. He calms…
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Solidcore: Pilates on Steroids
I know I’ve been a bit behind in posting new updates for everyone. Real in person life has gotten busy – which is not necessarily a bad thing! The next few posts will give you an idea of what I have been up to… Saturday and Sunday, I did two a day workouts. Not because…
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Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Getting your haircut is a great way to boost your mood – and today I did just that. I also needed to get it done before I head out to San Fran to spend time with my brothers’ families and unwind. So much has happened since the last trip I have taken — it will…
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Did You know? Certain Foods Create Mucus
Although losing an hour in the spring is tough, I feel more energized and in the mood to organize. I have committed to going through closets in the next month and getting them situated. Let’s hope this energy is a sign that my winter blues are drifting away. I am still having asthma fits during…