The core region – your hips, abdomen and lower back – is the key to having great posture while you run and controlling your stride up and down hills. A strong, flexible core will make running these portions much easier. In the latest video from Physical Therapist Stacey McConnell of St. Elizabeth Healthcare Sports Medicine, you will learn some basic exercises to strengthen your core and improve your running form.
Full of sugar and caffeine, we know that soft drinks aren’t the healthiest drink around. Unfortunately, drinking soda can be a hard habit to kick. We found a great list from MyFitnessPal on ways to successfully switch out that daily Diet Coke with a sweet replacement ““ tea. Check out their six tips to making tea taste better than soda. Guilty of drinking a little too much diet coke, here are some tips I’m going to try: Think outside the leaf – Look for teas that include ingredients that tend to be naturally sweeter to curb your sugar cravings. Drink…
Since air crash investigators released information that a depressed Germanwings co-pilot may have deliberately crashed a plane into the French Alps on March 24 killing all 150 people aboard, some people have jumped to the conclusion that depression might cause someone to be a danger to others. For those who treat individuals suffering from depression that belief is, in itself, the real danger because it may end up preventing individuals desperately in need of treatment from getting it for fear of repercussions with their employers “Depression does not cause those kind of behaviors,” said Kelly Clasgens, a Licensed Professional Clinical…
Next time you start craving a cheesy slice of pizza, don’t reach for the delivery menu. Instead, try out this yummy recipe we found for white pizza with arugula. It takes under two hours to make six of these tasty mini pies, so it’s perfect for a family gathering or meal with friends. According to Medical News Today, arugula is low in calories and packed with health benefits. Studies have shown it can lower your blood pressure and decrease your risk of heart disease. So top your pizza with this super food and feel better about enjoying a second (or…
With Easter just a couple of days away, your family may still want to squeeze in a few fun holiday activities. Whether you’re searching for a nearby egg hunt or Easter bunny photo opportunity, the Cincinnati Enquirer has a list broken down by region. Cutting back on the sweets? If you only want to put one or two pieces of candy in your kids’ Easter basket this year, we found some sugar-free alternatives to the traditional basket treats, including pastel pajamas and paper pinwheels. Does your family have a healthy Easter tradition, let us know what it is! …
This Sunday is Easter, which is THE day for family brunch. It’s a perfect time to share a bright and fun dish that will impress your loved ones. If you’re still deciding what to bring, we found some really cute and easy recipes that bring color ““ and fruit ““ to the table. Put a twist on the classic chocolate covered strawberries dessert with this recipe for Easter “carrot” strawberries. We love this elegant, fruity dessert perfect for spring. This Easter egg fruit pizza only takes 30 minutes to make and you can customize it…
Every year, nearly 700,000 people in the U.S. suffer an ischemic stroke ““ the kind caused by a blood clot or clogged artery. More than a quarter of those patients ““ nearly 180,000 people ““ have suffered a previous stroke. It’s an unfortunate fact that having one stroke significantly increases your risk of having a second “brain attack,” according to the American Stroke Association ““ the risk goes up by about three percent within a month of the original stroke and keeps climbing to about 16 percent within five years of the original stroke. Improved prevention and stroke treatment have…
Spring is here! If you’re looking for a good way to get motivated for summer, consider registering for a race in June. Even if you spent all winter hibernating, you still have time to train for a race this summer. Here are a few plans to help jumpstart your training: 8-week plan 9-week plan 10-week plan Now that you have your plan, here are a few races to start training for: Kentucky NKY Hates Heroin Distance: 5K run and walk Where: Independence, Kentucky at Simon Kenton High School When: Saturday, June 6 at 8:30 a.m. Cost: $25 pre-registration CASA…
Need an excuse to play a practical joke on your spouse, child or office mate today? We have one for you! It seems the well-known phrase, “laughter is the best medicine,” has a kernel of truth in it. Whether you’re playing a joke on your friends or family or the prank is on you, laughing out loud could alleviate symptoms of depression, ease anxiety and even act as a buffer against physical pain. That’s only a few of the benefits listed in an article on The Atlantic. Unfortunately it seems people who are the best at telling jokes aren’t always…
We all know how well New Year’s resolutions tend to work. You make them, try them for a little while, then inevitably, they fall by the wayside. Rather than make one resolution that may or may not stick this year, why not try something new every month during 2015? Whether you’re looking to refresh your resolution ““ or want to take on a new challenge every month ““ consider giving yoga a try. Easily accessible to all Yoga can be done by almost anyone at any age, and the investment is minimal. All you need are comfortable clothes and something…
