Not a day goes by where the typical American is not bombarded by media photos encouraging the “perfect body” complete with chiseled six pack abs. But is it really ALL it’s cracked up to be? And most of all, are there actually health health risks associated with this extreme and elite level of fitness? The…
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3 Habits to Prevent Neck Pain and Rounded Shoulders
It’s no surprise so many people struggle with back and neck pain. Most Americans spend a majority of their lives sitting, with their necks cocked forward. Aside from the obvious damage of sitting, most Americans also look down all day at their phones, tablets and computer screens which further perpetuates this forward neck and shoulder…
25 Beauty Products to STOP Buying and START Making (save money & ditch toxins!)
Why buy products when you can make them and save money while reducing the toxins in your beauty routine? According to a natural deodorant company in the UK (Biosen), revealed in a study that the average woman applies over 500 chemicals a day to her body via her beauty routine! Isn’t that ridiculous– and dangerous?…
The Terrifying Hell A Marathon Inflicts On The Human Body
Was the body actually meant to run marathons? I doubt it. Sprints sound reasonable but 26.5 miles sounds a bit extreme. That kind of physical exertion is a huge stressor on the body, and takes a serious toll. But don’t take it from me, hear it from Dr. Matt McCarthy: Pamela Anderson running on a…
6 Stretches to Prevent Rounded Shoulders
Do you have rounded shoulders? For many it is hard not to. Because our lives today involve long hours sitting in poor postured positions, this is a very common problem. Read from Kelly from Primally Inspired on some stretches you can do at home to combat rounded shoulders! “I find it alarming that such young…