One of the restaurants we frequent at the Village at Sandhills is Panera Bread for a few reasons. The first thing that draws us is the kid-friendly environment/menu since we have two young children and a third one on the way! So what do I recommend there? 1. Broccoli cheddar soup. This may not be …
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Is Your Bed Causing Your Back Pain?
You have seen the ads for sleep number beds, promising that you will sleep better. But how do you know when to replace your present mattress? There is actually not one right answer, but here are some guidelines that may help to determine if your bed is causing or aggravating your back pain. 1. What …
Asian Grilled Salmon on the Food Network
Asian Grilled Salmon on the Food Network If you like fresh salmon fillets, this is a simple recipe with only 5 ingredients!
Physical Activity Research By CDC
The following link shows an article by the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) summarizing recent research about the benefits of physical activity and strength training, even among older individuals. Physical Activity and Strength Training: CDC Summary: Benefits of Strength Training: 1. Decrease arthritis pain 2. Improve balance 3. Decrease risk for falls 4. …
Plyometrics 101: Are Jumping Exercises Safe?
Have you ever done P90X or Cross-Fit? These workout routines involve a lot of plyometrics training, which can be safe if performed according to the following guidelines. If they are not done with caution, they can put you at high risk for injury. WHO SHOULD DO PLYOMETRICS?Plyometrics is most indicated for athletes. If you ever …
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Are Salads Overrated For Weight Loss?
I have recently talked to a lot of people who are trying to lose weight, who have lost weight, and even a few non-pregnant ones who have gained weight. There are a few common factors among those who have succeeded at losing weight: exercise and consistent diet changes. Eating only salads is not on that …
Strength Training: Free Weights Vs. Machine Weights
Benefits of Free Weights: 1. Free weights work multiple muscle groups together. This maximizes your workout time and may provide time for additional strengthening, cardio, plyometrics or flexibility exercise. 2. Free weights include weightbearing exercise, which strengthens the bones. They use your own body weight as additional resistance (for example: squats or calf raises). 3. …
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Combine Upper/Lower Body Strength For Weight Loss
Photo: Fitness Magazine 1. Squats with biceps curls. Select a challenging weight for the bicep curls. Perform 3 sets of 10, 2 sets of 15 or 3 sets of 15. Do not let your knees pass your toes. Photo: ACE Fitness 2. Lunges with military press. If you have the space, walk the length of …
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Will My Pain Respond To Medication?
CHEMICAL PAIN:If your pain has a chemical component, it is more likely to improve with medication. This type of pain occurs when chemicals are released in the injured body part, and it includes inflammation. One way to know if your pain is chemical is if it is CONSTANT. This means you have pain throughout every …
Top 10 Healthy Desserts: Made With Fruit
Photo: Ralph and Jenny (Creative Commons) 1. Chocolate-covered strawberries 2. Caramel apple 3. Peaches and cream 4. Banana split 5. Berry/yogurt parfait 6. Strawberry shortcake 7. Fresh fruit w/cream cheese dip 8. Apple crisp 9. Pumpkin pie 10. Carrot cake If you like sweets yet need to cut calories, this is a perfect combination! Some …
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