It’s finally spring according to the calendar! But living in MN we know we can’t always relyon that! The warm sunshine and longer days mean we can emerge from our winter hibernation, spend more time outside and enjoy the warmer weather. Do you want to get outside and enjoy the weather but aren’t sure how? […]
Advice
With more and more people working from home in these crazy times, we have tothink about moving a lot more than we did months ago. Dining room tables and sparebedrooms have become offices and classrooms. Instead of the nice office chair at work, youmight be sitting on your couch or a bar stool. Here are […]
No longer is the time of low deductible health plans. Over the last couple of decades, the trend has gone away from the fixed co-pay, low deductible plans, to increased out of pocket expenses and high deductibles, which have placed a heavy burden on the consumer, i.e. you. While there are now programs such as […]
What a whirlwind of change over the past few weeks! Since many office-based workers now have the ability and/or requirement to “Work from Home” I thought I would pass on some helpful ergonomic opportunities to improve your new or existing workplace comfort from your remote office location. Consider setting up a laptop docking station that […]
Feb
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It’s easy to think that if you go to the gym, stay active and eat right, then your muscles are probably in tip top shape, right? After all, they’re putting in effort specifically towards feeling good, so what could ever go wrong? As a matter of fact, plenty — and it may have to do […]
Jan
26
If you’ve tried any diet or weight loss plan, you’ve seen how important protein can be. Protein helps you shed some of those unwanted pounds and keeps you fuller longer. But getting your daily fill of this important nutrient is easier said than done. It’s a balance between getting the right amount of protein and […]
Jan
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We’ve all been there. It’s tough to eat healthy while you’re at work. The vending machine is always calling your name and your neighbor has a giant bowl of candy just sitting there, tempting you all day long. You spend a lot of time at work so it’s worth it to invest some time in […]
Dec
10
When the weather turns colder, it’s tempting to trade in our workout gear for cozy fires and warm apple cider, but it’s important to keep active! Winter can be a busy time for everyone, but there are plenty of ways to squeeze in some activity during the colder months. Indulge in Wintery Activities Winter brings […]
Dec
10
ACL tears are extremely common sports injuries. There really is no secret to avoiding them. The twisting, jumping, stopping movements of the game can cause damage no matter how hard you try, but there are a few technique to help lower the risk of injury. It all begins with proper alignment. During the game: Move […]
Aug
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You may think that hiking outside is just an exercise for your physical needs. However, it is as much of an activity for your mental health as it is for your body. A nature walk, a trail hike or just spending time gardening in your backyard –– no matter how extensive, being outdoors is one […]
