I just read a fabulous article by Jordan D. Metzl, M.D., titled Pain-Free for Life. Metzl is also the author of The Athlete's Book of Home Remedies and an athlete himself, believes that we can control our pain with strength. He states that strength training cannot only prevent injuries from happening but also ease symptoms if you do have an injury or chronic pain. He does … [Read more...] about Exercise IS Medicine. Get YOURS!
Perspective is Everything.
I know, I know, it's Friday the 13th...the only thing I think about that is....it's FRIDAY! Call it what you want, Friday is always a good day. You control your destiny. Get out there and make it a lucky day! And should you stumble upon a black cat, I, for one, would consider that part of your good luck. Meow. … [Read more...] about Perspective is Everything.
Over the Rainbow
Earlier this week I saw an episode of Dr. Oz where one man set out to try ALL the diets on the market to find out what works and what doesn't (and then write a book, of course). His big take away was: 1) Shop the perimeter of the grocery store and avoid the aisles. I thank Carole for sharing this tip with Mitch and I many years ago. It's a great one. 2) Eat the colors … [Read more...] about Over the Rainbow
Working Out With the Big Guns
Wow. Of the many cool things Bob Harper gets to do, I bet introducing First Lady, Michelle Obama, was right up there! Mrs. Obama gave each remaining BL contestant a hug and joked with them about the show and how she increases the incline on her treadmill when working out and watching the show on Tuesday nights. Then they all workout together, with their families, and our … [Read more...] about Working Out With the Big Guns
War Crimes
If you are a friend, a family member, a student, client or peaceandfitness reader, by now you know I have big issues with Big Pharma, on many levels, for many reasons. I have been involved with the fight against the legal pill pushers and I watch it continue at the quiet little pharmacy right in the same plaza as Tamarac Fitness Center, but trust me, I am not just … [Read more...] about War Crimes