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Knee hugs enhance flexibility, strength, and balance. This variation is seated, but there is a range of ways to complete this exercise- standing, walking, or laying on your back. Depending on the variation you choose, different lower body muscles and joints will be targeted. A few examples include: Hip flexors help in moving your leg… Continue reading Exercise of the Week: Knee Hug
Staying healthy isn’t just about watching what we eat- whole plant-based diets and minimally processed foods, it’s about staying active as well. Exercise is one of the cornerstones to our health. We often associate exercise with a weight loss program but it’s far more. Research has proven again and again that exercise lowers mortality and improves… Continue reading Exercise Reduces Stress and Related Cardiovascular Disease Risk
Over the past several years, at-home exercise has boomed. The pandemic largely contributed, as people sought to stay active and healthy despite limited access to gyms, being unable to meet up with exercise buddies, or the reality that sometimes factors weren't lining up- limited access to outdoor space, little to no equipment, weather didn't always… Continue reading Eight Stretches to Incorporate into Your Summer Routine
The seated pigeon twist helps strengthen and stretch the hips and lower back. There are many modifications you can do to accommodate different levels of agility. Start by sitting down on a surface that allows you to plant your feet flat on the floor. Cross your left ankle just above your right knee. Keeping your… Continue reading Exercise of the Week: Seated Pigeon Pose
It's nothing new to hear about the benefits of apple cider vinegar. It's been used for thousands of years and is said to improve strength, detoxify, to help sinus issues, and more. A new study adds to the data that shows apple cider vinegar may also help with weight loss. The randomized study, published in… Continue reading Apple Cider Vinegar May Help Weight Loss Results