Planks are one of the most beneficial exercises on the planet. They work arms, legs and core and everyone can do some version of them. Here I will break them down, explain the variations and challenge you to work up to a minute plank hold daily. If that is already easy for you, challenge yourself […]
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Provided by Family Wellness First Nutrition, published by ICPA, Inc., Issue #9, written by Kelly Hayford, C.N.C. All stimulants or extreme foods send your body’s chemistry soaring out of balance, then crashing in the opposite direction in an effort to restore balance. The sound and image of a bomb dropping— phhheeeeeeooooow–boom!—is the best way to
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Intermittent fasting is a method used to help the body burn fat as fuel. It is based on the thought that the human body has not changed that much since caveman times and periods of large feeds were often followed by fasting states. In general there are three ways to approach intermittent fasting. Close the
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Last time we looked at the definition of the word motivation. The synonyms that resonate most with me are “drive” and “ambition.” I always think of it as an inner buzz. A fire that ignites in my belly and connects my vision with my ultimate goal. No matter what, in order to succeed, everyone needs
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Google defines motivation as the following: mo·ti·va·tion ˌmōdəˈvāSH(ə)n/ noun the reason or reasons one has for acting or behaving in a particular way. “escape can be a strong motivation for travel” synonyms: motive, motivating force, incentive, stimulus, stimulation, inspiration, inducement, incitement, spur, reason; Informal carrot “his motivation was financial” the general desire or willingness of
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I have recently been reading a lot about the concept of grounding. This is an ancient practice that used to be intrinsic to human behavior but has since become nearly obsolete. In this context grounding refers to the practice of reuniting the human body with the Earth (also known as “earthing”). We spend so much
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Provided by Chiropractic Newsletter Discover Chiropractic, published by ICPA, Inc. by John Marc Pathways magazine Editor The Electrical Nature of the Body Honoring the electrical nature of the human being invites us to explore our heart’s magnetic field and the potential it has to create coherence in our mind and life. When we think of
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As warmer weather approaches I know most people kick off their confining shoes and opt instead for flip-flops. But beware. Classic flip-flops are one of the worst things for your feet and your back. Classic flip-flops- and by those I mean sandals with a single, angled strap that runs between the 1st and 2nd toes
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Provided by Chiropractic Newsletter Discover Chiropractic, published by ICPA, Inc., Issue #55 written by B. Grace Bullock Sign #1: Muscle Spasms/Tightness Your spine is an intricate system of joints and bony canals that surround and protect your nervous system. Think of it as a flexible circuit breaker panel attached to the base of your brain.
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Provided and published by ICPA, Inc., DC Pathways, Issue #54 written by Adam Ries Discover Chiropractic – Can Chiropractic Improve How the Body Handles Stress? The human body and its functions are incredibly complex. We have the ability to adapt to physical, mental, and chemical stress at a fundamental level. Our lifestyles create or diminish
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