If you’ve never had a massage, you may be surprised at the various techniques and types of massage available. However, the Swedish massage is the most common choice for first-timers. What is a Swedish Massage? The Swedish massage usually lasts...
If you notice your muscles are tight and you don’t have time to schedule a massage session, use a foam roller to help. A foam roller acts as self-massage and can loosen muscles so you can get back to your...
If you’re an athlete, you may focus on working out to get stronger, faster and tougher. However, eating right is just as important for your health and your sport. Eating healthy for an athlete looks different than for other people....
Exercise is good for the body as you already know. It helps you stay fit, strong and active. However, the benefits to your mental well-being could far outweigh the physical advantages. Deal with Stress Exercise can’t remove stress completely from...
All work and no play makes anyone a dull person. However, in a crazy, fast-paced world, it can be hard to balance the different aspects of your life. Here are some tips to help you learn this important and complicated...
Stretching is good for your body. It can help you feel more relaxed or more energetic, and it can increase your range of motion over time. It also helps prevent injury because your muscles are warmed up and ready to...
Back pain can be difficult to bear and to treat. It has so many causes, and many times a diagnosis is nearly impossible. Treating back pain can also be a lengthy process, especially if the pain has been chronic. Massage...
Life gets busy. Even when you want to eat at home and be healthy, it can’t always happen. Sometimes, you just have to hit that drive-thru on your way to a meeting or football practice. However, you can still make...
If the most exercise you get in a day is going from your desk to the printer or to the lunchroom, you may want to make some changes to be healthier. Studies show that people who work in an office...
You’ve heard the saying that laughter is the best medicine, but is it really? Does laughter have health benefits or does it just make you feel good at the time? Stress Management At the very least, you can say that...
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