When we are well, it is easy to take our health for granted. It is often the case that we don’t think about our health until we get sick. But there are so many ways that we can actively reduce the risk of getting sick. And by active I mean get good sleep. Our Own… Read more »
Posts Tagged: health
Stay Healthy to Avoid Getting Sick Part 1
At first glance that statement seems redundant. But if you think about it, it really isn’t. Staying healthy is something we can actively do to help prevent something else from happening to us. Don’t Spread Germs! Is That Enough? Since COVID-19 entered our lives, we have all been reminded how to properly wash our hands. … Read more »
Fitness Is So Much More Than A Number On A Scale
My Commitment to Fitness 40 days have passed since I proclaimed on Instagram my recommitment to fitness and athleticism. I decided that as a massage therapist who works with athletes, I needed to walk the walk. And as you can see from my Polar workout diary, I have been doing a pretty good job of… Read more »
Massage Nutrition
March is National Nutrition Month, so to celebrate I dedicate this post to “Massage Nutrition”. Let me start by saying that I am NOT a nutritionist or a dietician. And as far as I know, there is not a specific field of study on nutrition as it relates to massage. So what do I mean by “Massage Nutrition?” … Read more »
Do Unto You as You Would Do Unto Others
As children we are taught that it is wrong to be selfish, we must share our toys with other kids, don’t take the last cookie, it’s better to give than to receive. These are great lessons to help children grow in to kind and considerate adults. But there are times when selfishness is a good… Read more »
Life Balance As Your Primary Medicine
Those of you who know me well, know that I am not a fan of the pharmaceutical approach to health, except when absolutely necessary. Don’t get me wrong, I believe there are some amazing medicines out there that have saved countless lives. But in our fast paced world, we look for the quick fix for… Read more »
To Your Health!
I recently had a piece of art commissioned for my massage office by my niece, Rebecca Roelant-Wauson. I had something that I wanted to convey, but I wasn’t exactly sure how I wanted it to look. So I described my thoughts to Rebecca and allowed her the artistic freedom to do what she does best, create a… Read more »
Protect Your Skin So It Can Protect You
In most of the United States, Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer. Sure the solstice is a few weeks away and the kids are still in school, but the pools are open and the shorts and flip flops have been moved to the front of the closet. More skin exposure means more… Read more »