I’m regularly asked by my patients and friends “why am I sore all the time?”. Below are some of the most common reasons and how to improve them. 1. Lack of sleep. Healing and rebuilding muscle tissue occurs in large part while you sleep. As adults, we need on average about 7-9 hours of sleep…
read more1. Do what you hate…sometimes. Often the thing we dread doing most brings us the most benefit. Staring down the things we fear doing is challenging but ultimately leaves us better prepared for success. 2. Scare yourself. Comfort zones are nice but many of the greatest things in life lie just outside of that zone.…
read more1. Choose an unhealthy food or drink you regularly consume and cut it down to at least 50% within 30 days. This will create physical results and discipline. 2. Learn to cook and prepare at least 2 healthy meals. Simple recipes are perfect and an easy way to begin eating better. 3. Don’t skip breakfast.…
read moreToday I’d like to share some of my tips for making better New Year’s resolutions: 1. Keep it simple. Rather than making a series of resolutions that you won’t keep, make 1 or 2 (preferably just one) that you can focus on. 2. Be original. Don’t feel you have to copy the resolutions of others.…
read moreAs a chiropractor I deal with pain on a daily basis. Today I’d like to dispel some of the most common myths I hear from patients regarding pain. Myth #1: Pain happens because of age. While we certainly heal faster and recover quicker at a younger age, your body does not produce pain in response…
read moreLater this week I will be competing in a 24 hour race that I began training for 6 months ago. In addition to the physical training, I’ve concentrated extensively on being ready mentally. Below are some of my favorite quotes for persevering in any aspect of life. 1. “If it comes easy, if it doesn’t…
read moreOne of the things I often mention to my patients to improve their health is to follow the “80/20 rule”. This means is that if you follow healthy fundamentals 80% of the time, then the 20% of the time when you aren’t as strict won’t negatively impact you nearly as much. In other words, it’s…
read more1. The perfect time to start is…now! If you’re waiting for the ideal time to start working out, it’ll never happen. You’ll be better off and feel much better if you simply start something now. 2. You have time!! There is no debating that many of us have very busy schedules. However, regardless of your…
read moreI’m a big believer that one of the most valuable tools a person can possess is a strong mindset. This enables a person to plan effectively, deal with crisis and move forward productively. Like anything else, thinking in a constructive way takes practice. Here are 6 tips I recommend for strengthening your mind. 1. Keep…
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