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Monthly Archives: March 2014
Veggie Flax Muffin
It is Monday morning and you just drank the last sip of coffee in your mug. Now, your tummy is growling… What do you do? Pick up your mug and make a Veggie Flax Muffin! The Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) for the … Continue reading
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Tagged Almonds, Breakfast, Cheese, Coconut Oil, Easy, Egg Whites, Flax Muffin, Ground Flax Meal, Healthy, Hemp Seeds, Peppers, Quick, Spinach, Tomatoes, Vegetable, Veggie
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Injury Prevention
Today I am featuring a guest blog from Nick Outlaw CPT, CSCS, CES. For more information about Nick, visit www.OutlawFit.com. Maximize Progress and Minimize Your Risk of Injury The 3 Main Causes of Injury Overuse– generally happens over time (Chronic). Mechanics– poor technique, … Continue reading
First Weekend of Spring – Be Happy!
It is the first weekend of Spring. Begin this new, blossoming season with happy thoughts. How do I Prioritize Happiness in my life? Here’s how! Practice Mindfulness Live your life with more depth, contemplation, and sincere contentment. Focus on yourself and do not … Continue reading
Thirsty Thursday Healthy Cocktail
Anti-Inflammatory Green Smoothie Many of our aches, pains, discomforts, and otherwise “icky” feelings are caused by inflammation. Inflammation can affect nearly every aspect of our bodies, including weight gain, skin abnormalities, headaches, and depression. Fortunately, there are specific foods and spices … Continue reading
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Tagged Anti-Inflammatory, Arugula, Cinnamon, Coconut Water, Ginger, Green, Green Tea, Healthy, inflammation, Kale, Protein Powder, Smoothie, Spinach, Turmeric
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Sit Up Straight!
Monday… Tuesday… Wednesday… as the week passes and we spend long hours sitting at a desk in front of a computer, our posture suffers and muscles tighten – Don’t let it! Good posture and flexibility are critical to maintain a healthy body, physically and mentally. … Continue reading
Chia Tapioca Pudding
Is your sweet tooth itching for something sweet? Do you crave a sweet, healthy treat? Chia Tapioca Pudding is quick, easy, and healthy fix! Chia seeds are fiber-rich, containing both soluble and insoluble fiber. Translation: Chia seeds will clean-out your gastrointestinal (GI) tract! But, beware, excess consumption of … Continue reading
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Tagged Chia seeds, Easy, Fiber, Healthy, Insoluble, Pudding, Quick, Snack, Soluble, Sweet, Tapioca, Treat
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Core Exercises: Part 2
Global Stabilization System Muscles attach from the pelvis to the spine. Main responsibility: Transfer weight between the upper body and lower body Additional responsibilities: Stability between the pelvis and spine, increasing stabilization of the core during functional movements Muscles, include: … Continue reading
Build Your Foundation – Target Your Core!
“Ab” exercises are out, Core exercises are in Strengthening your core musculature will help you reach your goal of a flatter, toned midsection and reduce low back pain. What is the “core”? Structures that form the lumbo-pelvic-hip complex (LPHC), which include: lumbar spine, pelvic girdle, … Continue reading
