CORE BLOG
The Benefit of Group Workouts
Group workouts are a great way to add physical activity to one’s daily routine, and are effective in providing results that are enhanced by the benefits offered from a social setting. Group exercise refers to a group of three or more individuals guided by an instructor through a specific routine or set of exercises. Some […]
The Benefits of Acupuncture on Fertility
By Jaimi Jansen Acupuncture has been proven to hold many health benefits, and among those is its ability to aid in fertility. Fertility refers to the ability of an individual to produce reproductive components of the right quality and quantity, which in turn leads to conception. However, many couples find themselves unable to conceive children […]
Probiotics: Their Role and Benefits in the Body
Bacterial cultures are most commonly known for causing infections and are generally disliked. Most cleaning products at the grocery store are likely to make more profit if their label reads, “kills 99.99% of bacteria.” But not all bacteria is created equal and some bacterial cultures are actually essential to maintaining good health and living a […]
How to deal with Chronic Pain
Chronic Pain Management Chronic Pain is often complicated because it can involve not just a physical sensation, but an emotional one as well. This feeling or sensation can present itself in many different forms, and in varying intensities, depending on the source and the individual. Components of Pain Pain is complex in that it can present […]
Common Stretching Mistakes
Stretching is one of the best things you can do to increase flexibility, plus it’s a great form of relaxation and stress release. However, stretching improperly can actually lead to more harm than good. Below are some of the most common mistakes people make when stretching: Stretching Before Warming Up: A common misconception is that […]
What Makes a Healthy Diet
With so many different diets claiming to provide miraculous weight loss or unlimited energy, it can be difficult to know which are actually beneficial to health and weight loss goals. However, the answer may be easier than you think. We tend to already know what is needed for a healthy diet, which consists mainly of fresh, […]
How Hydrostatic Weighing Works
Take a leap and get tested to make a step towards real progress. Accurately benchmark your fitness level in just 10 minutes. Use that information to reach those goals you’ve had for years. What we will measure: Your fat & fat free body mass How much fat you need to lose to reach your goals […]
How Acupuncture can Relieve Stress
By Jaimi Jansen Stress is an everyday part of the lives of most Americans. Whether it comes from a busy schedule, family or health problems, stress does nothing more than aggravate the present situation and often makes one susceptible to even more stress. Acupuncture is an excellent non-prescription therapeutic practice that has been proven to […]
Best Exercises to Build Core Strength
By Jaimi Jansen Building core strength is important to overall health and function of the body for several reasons. First, working on core strength can improve digestion, as well as prevent injury and enhance balance and stability. Secondly, a strong core also helps your body perform daily tasks, like bending, lifting and twisting effectively and […]
Top Three Glute Exercises
By Jaimi Jansen The glutes are among the top listed area of the body that people wish to tone and strengthen; however, exercises that target the glutes typically require core muscle strength as well, resulting in a full-body workout. Try the following exercises to tone your glutes, and find yourself sweating, having fun and getting […]