Physical Health
ACL Tears in Active Females
The ACL has become a problem....Or rather, the increased rate of injuries has! Did you know that females are more likely to injure their ACLs compared to males? ITS TRUE. It's common to see this injury post puberty in adolescent females, active midlife women...
Healthy White Chocolate Pumpkin Cookies
During the holidays sometimes you just need a few sweet yet healthier options on hand. These cookies are one of my go-tos for family and friends. They are even kid approved! This version is my take on a cookie my mom used to make. She made more of a heavy, dark...
Dry Needling: What is it, Who it can help you, Why you should consider it, and What happens during a session
by Cassandra McCoy MAT, LAT, ATC, RYT Dry needling is a unique recovery technique used by many osteo/rehab professionals around the world. If you have never heard of it, or aren’t familiar with the technique, let’s break down what dry needling is, what it does,...
A Tale of Two Births
by Cassandra McCoy MAT, LAT, ATC, RYT I didn't think I was going into labor that night. In fact, when my doula told me she was coming out to my house just to check in, I thought man I don't want to waste her time! Boy, am I so glad she came out on that Tuesday...
Eggins: It’s What’s for Breakfast
Looking for your next breakfast food that won’t break the bank, is easy to make, easy to store AND super healthy? Look no further: Introducing Eggins. Or at least that’s what we call them!
Go Red For Your Health
by Lisa Mildon Did you know February is American Heart Month? No, it’s not because of Valentine’s Day this month. In 1963, President Lyndon B. Johnson designated February as American Heart Month to raise awareness of cardiovascular disease. For women, this month is...
The Big Breakups of 2020
by Leslie Ann Ellingburg RYT I had two big breakups this year--I left my husband and I broke up with all my fitness trackers. Both were relationships that started out with the best of intentions, lots of fun, love, and new ways to see my life. However, one became...
C-Section Scars – Problems and Solutions
by Guest Contributor Allan Guenther LMT One of the main goals of my practice is to help women to avoid C-sections. In most situations, this means giving the pelvis more mobility. You see, if the pelvis can move properly, the baby can make his way through the birth...
Denial Could Have Been the Death of Me
by Lisa Mildon My life of denial began when I was nearly nine years old. After a routine checkup, the doctor noticed I had high blood pressure. Pretty unusual for an 8-year-old. After further testing, the doctor discovered I had a non-functioning kidney. It had to...
Incontinence Happens: Here’s What You Need to Know & What You Can Do
by Cassandra McCoy MAT, LAT, ATC, RYT Why do I pee myself when I sneeze, cough, run, stand up or can’t make it to the bathroom in time? Have you Googled a question like one of these before? Maybe you were chasing your toddler around the living room and you felt...