by Ashley Staker on September 30, 2011
We have a lot of silly names for it: BMs, caca, doo-doo, turds, and of course, poop. We don’t generally discuss it in our daily conversations. But asking some important questions about your bowel movements might give you some insight into your gastrointestinal health. Here’s the scoop on poop. ABCs of Poop Bowel movements are [...]
by Ashley Staker on September 13, 2011
Whether it’s pounding the pavement, logging miles on the bike, or climbing those stairs that seem to go nowhere, it’s all about cardio exercise. But other than a sweaty t-shirt, what do you have to show for your workout? A slimmer stomach? Killer quads? Are you exercising for the right amount of time to reap [...]
by Ashley Staker on April 1, 2011
Note: This is NOT an April Fool’s Joke, This is Legit People who can’t sleep come up with all sorts of crazy ideas, and some great ones, too. For instance, how about a workout that you can do right in your bed? I’m not talking about a gentle routine involving wiggling one toe and then [...]
by Ashley Staker on February 2, 2011
Most people want two things when it comes to their health, less body fat and a more toned body! Right? Well… “Toning” is an often highly misunderstood concept. You might think you know what toning is but you probably have gotten really confused when trying to achieve it. Right? Body toning is simply increasing muscle [...]
by Ashley Staker on November 9, 2010
While exercise is the undisputed magical key to good health, especially heart health, a recent study of Parkinson’s patients indicates it may not only be preventative but may actually be able to undermine the effects of disease: Every participant improved by doing exercise that involved big movements. Impressive. The research had roots in another therapeutic program for [...]
by Ashley Staker on October 18, 2010
TMJ Cure & Exercises Explained Take just six minutes to read this article, print it out, and make a plan on following the exercises and you will be astonished at how much better your jaw will feel in just a week. Do you suffer from Temporomandibular joint disorder (commonly referred to as TMJ or TMD)? [...]
by Ashley Staker on August 19, 2010
There are very few groups of people for whom exercise is not a healthy prescription. For myriad reasons, diabetics and/or those who have insulin resistance, (and may therefore be on their way to contracting diabetes,) stand to gain even more health benefits from regular exercise. And, of course, you know that what you eat is important, too. [...]
by Ashley Staker on March 21, 2010
Disclaimer: I do not advocate carbohydrate binges; but if you absolutely must indulge in that big pasta dinner, then make a point of taking a walk before or afterward. A new study conducted at Loughborough University in Leicestershire, United Kingdom, indicates that walking at a brisk pace for a half hour may be just what [...]
by Ashley Staker on March 18, 2010
Our poor feet just don’t get what they need to be healthy and happy — and you know who pays the price, don’t you? According to Katy Bowman, MS, director of the Restorative Exercise Institute in Ventura, California, modern life is hard on our feet. An astonishing 25% of the body’s bones are in the [...]
by Ashley Staker on February 14, 2010
There are millions of people nationwide dealing with depression which has escalated the number of cardiac problems over the years. This is slowly posing a problem to many lives and most people are not even aware of the issues. Become one of the people that prevent themselves from having unwanted cardiac problems in the future. [...]