4 Exercises to Heal Achilles Tendon Injuries
The Achilles tendon is a large band of fibrous tissue that connects the muscles of the calf to the heel bone. The Achilles tendon is also called the calcaneal tendon. When the calf muscles contract, […]
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Tips to Help You Stop Mindless Snacking for Good
You’ve had a long day at work. Finally, you get home, kick off your shoes, grab a box of your favorite snack crackers, and sit down to watch your favorite TV show. Ah, it feels […]
Holiday Self-Care Guide – Find More Joy This Holiday Season
When you think of the holidays coming up, do you feel a little stressed out? If so, you’re not alone. A survey by the American Psychological Association (APA) showed that nearly half of all women […]
6 Simple Ways To Soothe Tired, Aching Feet
Let’s face it – our feet take a lot of abuse! The stress put on our feet from just everyday activities can be intense. Add to this any exercise that you may be doing, and […]
Tips for a Healthy Pregnancy Later in Life
Worldwide, more women are choosing to become mothers later in life. In fact, according to the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development, in most European countries, the average age of a first-time mother was 28 […]
Yoga for Strength
Yoga is beneficial in so many ways. It can decrease stress, enhance well-being, increase flexibility, and make you stronger. This series will focus on poses that work your major muscle groups to help strengthen your […]
How To Measure Hip Range Of Motion
Different people have different bone structures, so nobody is going to feel the same stretch the exact same way, and not everyone is going to naturally have the same range of motion. This is perfectly […]
An Adult’s Guide to Making More Friends
As an adult, it can be challenging to make new friends. Gone are the days of high school, when we were shoulder to shoulder with nine other peers that had lockers near ours. We don’t […]
The Healthiest Meat Alternatives
People have been increasingly turning to meat alternatives for a variety of reasons, including environmental, ethical, and health concerns. No matter the reason, it is a good idea to do some research into the best […]
10 Things Runners Over 50 Do To Stay Pain-Free
Whether you are a lifelong runner or you are just getting started, you’re probably aware of the challenges you face as an individual over the age of 50. As you get older, several changes occur […]