Health

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4 Top Spas for SWFL Athletes

The first known use of the word "spa" was in the early 1600s and referred specifically to a hot mineral spring in Spa, Belgium. 400 years later, the term has grown to include any and all facilities that tend to...
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FN’s Guide to Healthy Tailgating

  Fall is just around the corner, and you know what that means…football season is upon us!  We all know that where there’s a big game, there’s a big tailgate! If you’re worrying about the calories of...
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This Bites!

While living in Florida has a ton of perks—say, running in shorts in December—there is one thing that sucks. Like, literally sucks. Mosquitos. And while the little bloodthirsty critters are annoying, that’s not...

10 Healthy Activities for You and Your Kids

The following healthy activities all have some things in common: they are nature-based, active and good for the mind, body and spirit! Here are some of my favorite things to do with my children in Southwest Fl...
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The Simple Way to Get STRONGER and FASTER

Almost daily it seems like there are new products and methods promising to help athletes achieve peak performance. Gym buffs and trainers alike are always searching for the next big thing. While there are certa...
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Benefits of Kinesio Tape

WHAT IS KINESIO TAPE AND WHY SHOULD I USE IT Watch any major sporting event, or head to a local race and you will likely see an athlete wearing brightly colored tape.  Far from a fashion statement, Kinesio Tap...
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The Hazards of Being a Weekend Warrior

Working out improves the the physique when it is stressed and challenged on a regular basis. When the body is consistently under muscular stress, it responds by getting stronger and more resilient to the tasks ...