Health & Fitness
The Importance of Hip Health
Hip health is important, as the hip flexors are the central folding point of the body, stabilizing the lower body, and giving range of motion to the upper body. A typical workout may not focus enough attention on the hips, making them prone to injury and weakness. Poor hip health may lead to other health […]
Tell Our Elected Officials We Pay for Clean Water; So Stop Contaminating It
It is five years later and finally the glue that holds the fluoridation house of cards together is starting to collapse. It’s mainly because those who support it haven’t been willing to have a rational debate/discussion about it. And, I know from experience. Back in 2011, I became one of hundreds of people who created […]
San Diegans Unite to Support Innovative Lung Cancer Research
Hundreds of local residents are joining forces to fight lung cancer, united in the belief that surviving lung cancer should be the expectation, not the exception. These everyday superheroes will be meeting at the San Diego Free to Breathe 5K Run/Walk and One-mile Walk on Sunday, August 7 at the Embarcadero Marina Park North. All proceeds […]
Summer Cooling Off Solutions
By Violet Green If you venture out into a clothing store in San Diego in late July or early August looking for “summer clothes,” you’ll be out of luck. The stores will have an abundant supply of long pants (including corduroys), sweaters, long-sleeved shirts, and even jackets or light coats. As a transplant from the […]
The Art of Aging
While aging is an unavoidable process, your attitude about it can greatly affect your experience with aging. People physically and mentally age at different paces, much of this having to do with one’s lifestyle, but a positive attitude helps as well. The way you see the aging process can be a big factor in your […]
Reclaim the Ease of a Childhood Summer
Yet another brand new summer now at your finger tips. Maybe you vow yet again to truly slow down and enjoy this season 2016. Chances are that the rush of daily life will sweep you away, well into fall, without you thinking about the season of summer. Therefore, it will take a conscious effort to […]
How To Promote Muscle Growth Between Workouts
Most people think that muscles develop and grow during a training session. Actually, it is during the periods between workouts that stimulate muscle growth. With proper rest between sessions, the muscles cannot repair themselves properly, which will hinder any growth. In order to gain strength more quickly, pack on lean mass and recover faster, you […]
The Healing Power of Taa-naash-kaa-da
By Violet Green Do you know of a place where you can feel your heart beat in every cell of your body? A place where you can be your true self – no questions asked, no judgements made, just unconditional love and acceptance. Maybe this is what you feel when you’re floating in the ocean, […]
Why You Should Move Your Body
Those who have made exercise a part of their life will usually have better overall health than their non-exercising counterparts. However, this goes beyond just going to the gym two or three or even five times a week. If your job requires that you sit at a desk for hours on end, then you should […]
A Month-Long Detox Program
By Violet Green With summer fast approaching, I can’t help but think about spending time outside hiking with friends, attending outdoor concerts, and the upcoming days at the beach. This year, I’m trying to focus on being the healthiest I can be for my own sake, but also to keep up with my long-legged friends […]