You hear someone sneezing or coughing in the cubicle next to yours or on the subway ride home. You hesitate to go grocery shopping or run other errands because of the risk of running into others who are getting sick. It can seem almost impossible to avoid getting the flu during this time of year,…
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Foam rolling, or myofascial release, involves using a cylindrical piece of foam to roll out muscle tension and knots in major muscle groups in the body. Many people are intrigued by this method of self-massage, but may not know where exactly to start or how to foam roll. Foam rolling is quite simple, really, and…
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Look at kids as they play, and you’ll notice how flexible they are. They can move in unique ways and stretch their bodies to the limit. That flexibility decreases with age unless you continue to work your muscles in the right way. Massage therapy can help increase and maintain your flexibility. What Causes Loss of…
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You hear a lot about foods to avoid — like caffeine and sugar — to help you sleep better. If you need to stay away from certain foods, it only makes sense that others might be just what your body needs to prepare for a nice, long, restful night. Milk You’ve probably heard the recommendation…
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When a person is injured, the focus is often on rehabilitation after the initial inflammation has been taken care of. Physical therapy is often recommended to help the person regain range of motion and strength. However, sports massage can play an essential role in the recovery process and provide valuable benefits. Increased Blood Flow When…
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If it’s your goal to be healthy and happy, you have to work at it. Sometimes life gets in the way of your goals, but you’ll be more likely to stay on task if you get rewarded now and then. It doesn’t have to be expensive to mean something, and little rewards can have a…
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Many who incorporate strength training into their fitness regimen may or may not stretch before or after; perhaps this is because many studies have shown that static stretching before strength training can produce negative results and even injury. Static stretching, or stretches that involve a “reach and hold” are thought to negatively impact strength training…
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You may know that getting a massage feels good. You enjoy the way it makes you relax. However, massage provides several benefits which often come from the hormones that are released during a session. Neurohormones Neurohormones are produced by the nervous system. They have a direct impact on a person’s behaviours and attitudes and their…
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To maintain or lose weight, you must manage your calorie intake. A calorie is what your body needs for energy. The number of calories in a food is the amount of energy it provides. However, if you eat more calories than what your body needs, your body stores the calories as fat and you gain…
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Swimming is one of the safest ways to work out. It is a low-impact exercise which comes with numerous health benefits, including weight loss and a cardio workout. However, it doesn’t come without a few risks to your body, especially if you get involved in competitive swimming. Certain injuries are more common in swimming, and…
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