The Four Horsemen of the Spine
You’ve likely heard me talk about the four horsemen of the spine before. These are four big movers that, together, all support hip flexion or spinal extension. Now of course the body’s movement system...
The Health Benefits of Cold Exposure
In the past few years, cold exposure has grown in popularity, with serious athletes turning to the practice for its long list of health benefits. In less than 30 seconds, you can experience significant...
Creating A Self-Care Routine Based on Four Pillars of Health
What is self-care? This term is often used as a push from the wellness industry. Brands dupe us into thinking that self-care is something that can be bought. Bath salts and tea may provide...
Facts About Keeping Your Bones Healthy
Optimal health is a package deal, so it’s important to be aware of how both exercise and diet impact our overall well-being.Most of us know that strength training (with free weights, weight machines, or...
The High-Impact Injury
Stress fractures are one of the five most common running-related injuries and account for six to 14 percent of all injuries sustained by runners. The bone that is most commonly injured is the tibia...
Physical Activity is Medicine
Inactivity is a modifiable risk factor for chronic disease and, according to the World Health Organization,the fourth leading risk factor for death worldwide. Exercise has demonstrated benefits for dozens of chronic diseases, yet 80...
Eating for the Environment
"It’s impossible to get enough protein to build muscle.” If you’ve ever thought this about a plant-based diet, you’re not alone—but you are wrong. As an athlete, to build muscle you need two things:...
Understanding Adult ADHD
Jolene, 37 recalls her visit to the Adult ADHD Centre last year. “I had very bad brain fog. I couldn’t remember anything. I just chalked it up to ‘mom brain’ because I do have...
The Simple Way Movement Gives Us ‘Hope’
It shouldn’t surprise readers of this magazine that the more we move, the better off we are. Science has proven this. But when health psychologist and author Kelly McGonigal stumbled across a simple phrase...
Prepare for Hiking Season
Hiking is a popular summer activity in the Canadian Rockies, and it’s a fabulous way to explore our beautiful backcountry, get some fresh mountain air and spend quality time with friends and family. As...
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Say Goodbye to Knee Pain with Bracelayer
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Unconquerable Spirit
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How to Get More Deep Sleep: Make Your Bedroom the Ultimate...
With hectic work schedules and competing responsibilities, many adults struggle to get the deep, restorative sleep their bodies need, leading to groggy mornings and...
Registration for the 2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon is Open
Every October, participants from across the country and around the world unite on the streets of Chicago to conquer 26.2 miles and call themselves...
