Try Soba Noodles Made from Buckwheat…It’s Not Wheat!

Try Soba Noodles Made from Buckwheat…It’s Not Wheat! Provided by: Amanda Albiar, NCSF-CPT I enjoy a healthy change in my eating regimen and thus try to bring variety into my eating plan. One of the ways I do this is by paying attention to how a chef prepares a certain dish when eating out or …

3 Steps to Quiet Your Anxiety

3 Steps to Quiet Your Anxiety Contributed by: Ciara Floyd, M.S., NSCF-CPT, NSCA-CSCS Anxiety and worry affect everyone in different ways and different situations. You may worry about your family’s safety, whether you did something wrong if a friend didn’t text you back, or if you made the right decision about the new job you …

Learn to Enjoy the Little Things

Learn to Enjoy the Little Things Contributed by: Dustin Gonzalez, M.S., NASM-CPT What’s so great about the little things in life? They are what we will remember and appreciate when we reflect on days gone by. A little thing may be a fun evening with friends. It may be the joy of learning something new. …

Essential Oils for Cold, Flu, and Sinus Congestion Relief

Essential Oils for Cold, Flu, and Sinus Congestion Relief Contributed by: Kimberly Black, 200YT Cold and flu season is upon us and if over the counter medications aren’t your thing why not try a natural remedy? Essential oils are a fantastic and natural way to combat sinus infections, cough, colds, flu or just those winter …

Take Charge of Your Health

Take Charge of Your Health Contributed by: Michael Devon, B.A., NASM-CPT If you feel like trying to eat healthy and working out regularly are too hard in today’s society, then you would be correct. As technology continues to save us time by making everyday tasks, like driving to work instead of having to walk, easy …

The Dangers of Using Plastic Containers

The Dangers of Using Plastic Containers Contributed by: Carol Kline What’s wrong with using plastic containers? They’re inexpensive, convenient, and virtually unbreakable. However, plastic containers, plastic wrap, etc. are made using different chemicals. The chemicals are transferred into your stored food, making it dangerous to your health, especially when heated. As this plastic is exposed …

Essential Oils

Essential Oils Contributed by: Carol Kline Essential oils can provide therapeutic benefits in very small amounts.  For example, patchouli and rose oil can stimulate sympathetic nervous system activity.  Jasmine oil can uplift your mood and help improve depression.  Consider adding aromatherapy to your plan of overall health.  Aromatherapy is where you place a couple of …

Clean & Clear Skin

Clean & Clear Skin Contributed by: Amanda Albiar, NCSF-CPT When it comes to clear, healthy skin, everyone is looking for the perfect answer. Whether it’s a cleanse, detox, trendy face mask or good old fashioned exfoliating, everyone and their mom is willing to try the next big thing to eliminate acne. According to Dr. Trevor …

Why Women Should Weight Train

Why Women Should Weight Train Contributed by: Shawn Dassie,M.S., NASM-CPT, NSCA-CSCS It’s about time we talked about the brilliant benefits of weight training for women—because way too many women are missing out on them.  Traditionally, women often shy away from lifting weights for a number of reasons, from fear of bulking up to thinking they’re …