Strengthen to Lengthen
If you’re among the many athletes that love training, but seldom take the time to stretch, you’re not necessarily doomed to a rigid fate....
Managing Weight Through SAD
One of the most insidious and upsetting symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is winter weight gain.
Often people with SAD are not energized to...
Pressing Pause to Enjoy La Dolce Vita
You've walked through the door, returning from a much-needed recess from the demands of daily life and are back to your regularly scheduled program....
Get Back to Sleep for Back to School
Sleep, a vital contributor to cognitive function and memory consolidation, holds the key to unlocking successful learning experiences but is often overlooked in the...
Understanding Forever Chemicals and Their Impact on Health
In recent years, concerns have arisen over a large group of man-made chemicals known as per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), often referred to as...
Finding Solace in the Waves
Nature’s touch is healing. Who hasn’t enjoyed walking on a forest trail in fresh air while hearing a gurgling brook or the musical conversations...
Fix Your Downhill Knees
A couple of weeks ago our family hiked with another family from up high in the Olympic National Park to the town below—4,230 vertical...
Clearing the Air on Air Quality and Outdoor Exercise
When the WeatherCan air quality alert flashes the number seven, a heavy feeling in my stomach takes hold. It clearly doesn’t understand me or...
How Walkable Cities Impact Health
Think back to when you were eight years old. What was your walking range unaccompanied by an adult? In the 1920s, it was often...
Travel Tips for the Athlete
Travelling overseas for a race or a sports tournament can be exciting and daunting for an athlete. Giving yourself adequate time to prepare is...





















