Holidays can be a stressful time of year for many people. Additional things to do in a given time can mean that aspects of the daily diet and routine that are crucial for good health sometimes take a back seat. Yet it is a time of year when it is important to stay balanced in … Continue reading 9 stay-healthy tips for the holidays
To be a Nutcracker dancer requires extreme dedication – and at a time when many family and friends are enjoying fatty treats and lounging around watching football. What health lessons can Nutcracker dancers share to help everyone enjoy a more fit lifestyle during this holiday season? Enjoy your food, but watch your portions! It’s completely … Continue reading 6 disciplines for living healthy like a Nutcracker dancer
If you brought your walking shoes, Topeka is the place to be! If you're searching for a tranquil retreat among flowers and manicured gardens, or an adventurous hike through the wooded trails, you'll find your path in Topeka. To pick up the pace, enjoy a jog or hop on your bike. Most of Topeka's trails … Continue reading Happy Trails are Healthy Trails
Fall is a great time of year to get outside and play. The summer heat has subsided and you can revel in the crisp autumn air. One advantage of outdoor fall activities is that they can be so fun and exhilarating you’ll barely notice that you’re getting exercise. And they’re a great way to model … Continue reading Fall, Fitness & Fun Go Together for Your Benefit
By Emily Lockhart I’ve been running for seven years. However, there are still days (many of them) when I find my pace is slow, my gait awkward, and my speed lagging so far behind that it takes me back to those first few uncomfortable weeks as a newbie runner. It doesn’t matter how long and … Continue reading 13 Tips to Make Running More Comfortable
To maintain a nimble, healthy physique, you have to exercise. Whether you have a regular cardio routine, like to take long walks, run regularly or lift weights at the gym, you know your muscles will get stronger by doing physical exercise. But how do you strengthen the most important muscle in your body: your brain? … Continue reading Top 10 Exercises to Strengthen Your Brain
