Sitting is the new smoking
I know, I know, sitting is the new smoking. We are out getting standing desks and doing our best to limit this sitting thing; BUT (pun intended)...we simply need to be on our butts sometimes. We eat, drive, read, watch…
Just a few simple tips to keep your gut healthy!
No one likes to talk about poop, but it is really important for overall health and wellness!!Diet and daily habits can help you predict when your bowels will move on a regular basis. The consistency and quantity of the stool…
The symphony of muscle coordination for core stability: voice, breath, pelvic floor.
Have you ever wondered what happens to keep your spine, pelvis and hips stable while you exercise, or perform daily tasks? Probably not, unless you are an anatomy nerd like me. I am amazed by the symphony of muscle coordination…
From your gut to your heart
There is more and more research coming every week, it seems, on the importance of the gut microbiome—all of the good little bacteria that help to keep our tummies happy, our brains focused, and our immune system in check. More…
Why Physical Activity is important: finding ways to make it an easy part of your life.
With a new year, we hear a lot of talk about getting back to exercise and getting in shape. Sometimes too much...thinking about physical activity as a fun part of your life can make it easier. Adding a new routine is…
Eating Healthy: an easy place to start!
As we all start a new year with new goals, let’s look at some ways to improve our diets. This is NOT a suggestion to go on a diet, or that one particular DIET is the answer. To be successful,l…
New Year, New You
New year, new you Are you starting to evaluate your resolutions with the new year approaching? Well, you’re not alone! Many people take this time to reflect on healthy lifestyle changes heading into a new season, with the new year…
Your Guide to a Stress Free Holiday Season
Does such a thing even exist?! I’d like to hope so! Whether you’re staying home in Kansas City or traveling for the holidays, here are some tips for holiday stress management. 1) Belly breathe As much as we love seeing…
The power of gratitude
Be Grateful. We see it everywhere, hear it often, but do we really understand the power of giving thanks? There is quite a bit of research with regards to gratitude and the powerful impact it can have on your health. …
Let That Sh*t go!
Recently I was on a flight to Denver. After a morning of back to back patient care, rushing home to finish some last minute packing, and then grabbing an uber ( who took a wrong turn resulting in a 35…
