Aug 30, 12
Most of us realize that exercising and staying physically active in general is one of the best ways to counteract Father Time, but when women hit menopause it can be difficult to find enough energy just to get through the day let alone regular workouts. Hot flashes, insomnia, weight gain and irritability are just a few of the…
read more Aug 23, 12
If you’re trying to achieve the best overall fitness or just want to fuel your body right, the reality is that many people just don’t have but don’t have the money to go completely organic in today’s economy. The agricultural chemical industry tends to downplay the negative effects of eating food…
read more Aug 17, 12
If you’re struggling to lose weight, or just trying to achieve overall fitness, you may have often wondered how much exercise you really need. There are sometimes confusing mixed messages coming from the experts that leaves us scratching our heads and guessing. Some say 30 minutes daily, others say 60 minutes a day,…
read more Aug 07, 12
I’ve been using mental imagery for years to help me get through those runs that feel more difficult, or when trying to increase my distance. Typically, I picture myself making it to the finish line, or a particular mile marker. Then the other day when I was running in unseasonably hot weather (for the Pacific…
read more Jul 29, 12
Quantum physics has proven that the mind has the ability to alter the body, in addition to our surroundings. By turning our body in an ally instead of something we constantly fight against, meditation can also be a powerful weight loss tool. Studies have even shown that certain meditation techniques can have a profound…
read more Jul 25, 12
If you think your multi-vitamin is giving you all of the nutrients you need, you might have to think again. While taking pills is never a magic “cure-all” for a nutritious and balanced diet, most people will benefit from taking supplements with the average person’s diet typically filled with processed…
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