I’m a big fan of routine. Without fail, successful people all have daily routines that keep them productive and energetic. Today I’d like to share examples of things that can help you immediately in your daily routine: 1. Don’t hit snooze. By waking up early you are controlling the day and not allowing it to…
read moreI enjoy reading and listening to people that are successful in endeavors ranging from business to athletics. In particular, I enjoy learning about the lessons that their pursuit of success has taught them. Below are some lessons I think can help anyone go to the next level in their endeavors. 1. Be all in all…
read moreA few weeks ago my son was involved in a minor ski accident during which he hit his head while wearing a helmet. As a precaution for a concussion, he was kept out of activities for 1 week. Near the end of that week he told me how restless he was. Then he said “Daddy,…
read moreI’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 moreIn the spirit of Thanksgiving I thought I’d share some tips I’ve learned over the years that I’m thankful for. These tips have made a tremendous difference in my life and the lives of many others I’ve encountered. 1. Spend less on “stuff” and more on experiences. There are only so many things any of…
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…
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