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Rhythms of the Heart: Improving Mood With Vagus Nerve Toning

Jan 31, 2023 09:30AM ● By Kirby Baldwin

Toning the vagus nerve with meditation, breathing techniques or the use of technology is important to reduce stress and anxiety and improve mood.

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Fitness Delivered: Benefits of an In-Home Personal Trainer

Dec 30, 2022 09:30AM ● By Kirby Baldwin

Adopting an exercise program with the guidance of a personal trainer in the comfort of home may be the perfect strategy to stick to healthy habits for the long haul.

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Pickleball is Booming: Get into a Pickle for Holiday Fitness

Nov 30, 2022 09:30AM ● By Jyl Steinback

The holidays are a perfect time to discover pickleball, America's fastest growing sport that is bringing people of all ages and athletic abilities together for fun and fitness.

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More Exercise, Less Anxiety

Oct 31, 2022 09:31AM ● By Jessica Chichester

Reports of anxiety are up 25 percent over the past couple of years.

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Skiing for Fitness and Pure Fun: Tips for Enjoying Alpine and Nordic Styles

Oct 31, 2022 09:30AM ● By Randy Kambic

Whether it’s the thrill of alpine skiing downhill or the serene pleasure of Nordic cross-country skiing, strapping on skis makes winter more enjoyable.

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The Joy of Movement: Dancing Boosts Our Health and Happiness

Sep 30, 2022 09:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato

By all accounts, dancing gives us a step toward better health, but equally as noteworthy is its potential to bring more fun into our lives.

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Aging Gracefully: How a Yoga Practice Keeps Us Young

Aug 31, 2022 09:30AM ● By Maya Whitman

Whether getting down on a mat or practicing modified poses with the use of a chair, yoga helps us to stay nimble, manage stress, reduce symptoms of depression and tame high blood pressure.

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Choosing Self-Care for Greater Self-Empowerment

Jul 29, 2022 01:00PM ● By Susan Ahlstrom

Choosing self-care as our number one priority each day is the simplest, most empowering act possible.

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Take a Silent Hike: Tips for Walking Mindfully in Nature

Jul 29, 2022 09:30AM ● By Sheila Julson

Silent hikes offer an opportunity to be immersed in nature and quiet the internal chatter that too often consumes our daily routine.

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The Great Nature Gym: Outdoor Workouts Make the Most of Summer

Jun 30, 2022 09:30AM ● By Carrie Jackson

Studies show that outdoor workouts improve mental well-being and result in greater feelings of revitalization, increased energy and positive engagement.

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The Exercise Power of E-Bikes: Get a Workout on an Easier Ride

May 31, 2022 09:30AM ● By Sandra Yeyati

Discover the health, environmental and other benefits of riding pedal-assist electric bicycles.

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A Celebration of the Woman

Apr 30, 2022 11:00AM ● By Berta Prevosti

Mother’s Day is the celebration of the people that have birthed all human life in existence as we know it.

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Staying Hydrated: It’s Not Just About Drinking Water

Apr 29, 2022 09:30AM ● By Sandra Yeyati

Maintaining proper hydration is one of the most important measures we can take to benefit our health.

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The Office of Dr. Michael Wald

Mar 31, 2022 02:00PM

Dr. Michael Wald started out as a doctor of chiropractic, then gained his master’s degree as well as two board certifications in nutrition.

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Hummingbird Sound Yoga LLC- Barbara (Bobbi) Soares

Mar 31, 2022 02:00PM

Sound and vocal yoga classes; sound healing immersions including gongs, bowls, tuning forks, voice, transformational energy/shamanic Reiki; humming meditation, toning, deep listening; sacred sound journeys/sound baths/sacred fire ceremony; workshops, group and private sessions; available for performances, presentations.

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Spirited Strides: Power Walk to Better Fitness

Mar 31, 2022 09:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Power walking – taking longer strides and using the arms to propel motion – amps up cardiovascular benefits and takes metabolic conditioning to another level.

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A Weekend Warrior Survival Guide: Prevention, First-Aid and Recovery

Feb 28, 2022 09:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Weekend warrior injuries can be serious, taking months and even surgery to be resolved. With prevention, simple exercises and minimal investment of time, most suffering can be avoided.

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Medicine Dance: A Healing Elixir for the Soul

Jan 31, 2022 11:00AM ● By Kristy M. Vanacore

It’s time to get a shot of the healing elixir for your soul.

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‘Breathe’ Global Livestream Raises Our Collective Vibration

Jan 31, 2022 11:00AM

With more division in our world than ever, it’s time to come together to use the power of breath and send synchronized prayers of healing around the entire planet.

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Power Up Your Workouts: A Guide to Protein Powders and Shakes

Jan 31, 2022 09:30AM ● By Maya Whitman

When we fortify our diet with digestible, nutritionally dense, plant-based protein, we amp up our fitness efforts, enhance immunity and offset premature aging.

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