Rest and getting a good night’s sleep are vital for muscle recovery. Don’t over train, allow your muscles to rest, this will make them stronger. Sleep keeps your brain and body sharp. Daily stretching allows you to remain flexible, youthful, prevents injuries and relaxes muscle tension which will decrease soreness the day after workouts. Compression  … Read More

Everyone is talking about it. Pardon the pun, but collagen is on everyone’s lips! You see it promoted everywhere, in magazines, makeup counters, Internet ads, by celebrities, local plastic surgeons, anesthetists, rheumatologists, etc. Everyone is seeking the fountain of youth! So, is the hype warranted? Collagen is the vital a building block that promotes skin  … Read More

Stress wreaks havoc on your health and your relationships, contributing to anxiety, irritability, depression, insomnia, headaches, pain, recovery time and other ailments. April is annual stress awareness month. You can avoid, and yes, even reverse damage caused by stress. Below are some helpful hints with dealing with stress. Start with implementing a couple of these  … Read More

Skin is the largest organ in the body and in order to keep it looking youthful and in good shape it is important to include a skin care regime to your daily life. It’s never too late to start; you can reverse damage caused by the sun. So regardless of whether you are a man  … Read More

Valentine’s Day is traditionally a time to show your significant other and your family how you feel about them. But Valentine’s Day can also be a time to show yourself some love and in doing so, you will be a better and healthier version of you for your loved ones. Self-Care Ideas Be selfish; do  … Read More

Instead of beginning the New Year citing the same-old-same-old resolutions, “I’ll lose 10 pounds” or “I’ll exercise more,” why not commit to more tangible resolutions with the focus on being kind to your body and spirit. Following are 5 things to consider: Be present. Put 100% in the task you are performing, whether it is  … Read More

Compression therapy is great for athletes, workout buffs and even armchair athletes alike. Compression Therapy is a form of treatment that utilizes sequential pulse technology, combining 3 distinct massage techniques. The NormaTec Recovery System pulse patterns starts in the foot, hand or lower hip and moving upward, mobilizing the fluid out of the extremities so  … Read More

Cryotherapy: The Fountain of Youth Everyone yearns to look and feel their best, and appear more youthful. For thousands of years men, and women have sought after the preverbal fountain of youth. The search is over. .. Cryotherapy has been known to offer the following benefits without the drawbacks one suffers from cosmetic surgeries and  … Read More

After all your hard work working out, performing crunch after crunch and watching everything you eat but still can’t get rid of those fatty deposits. If you are frustrated by belly bulge or unsightly looking cellulite, you may want to explore alternates to take you to the next level. Liposuction Some may seek the solution  … Read More

Inflammation is a natural reaction to the stress put on our body from infections, injuries, and illnesses, as it uses the inflammation to help protect us from further harm. Generally speaking, inflammation is a necessary part of the healing process. However, there are some medical conditions that may cause faulty or overtly inflammatory responses such  … Read More