Strategies from your North Shore Chiropractor, Dr. Derek Gallant.
“Intensity” is a hot word in fitness—so how much of it do you need to accomplish your goals and get fit? The answer: Just enough but not too much. 😉 What is Intensity? First, a definition. Intensity is the volume, magnitude, or degree of something.
What are the benefits of adding strength and muscle to your body? The short answer: It’s great for your health. Keep in mind that we aren’t talking about huge amounts of muscle. Sometimes people think of oversized bodybuilders when they hear the word “muscle,” but
It’s summer, and the sun is beating down—but you want to keep moving and stay fit. So how do you keep working toward your training goals as the temperature soars? We’ll give you six tips—but first, here’s why it’s tougher to train when it’s hot:
What is “normal” aging? Stiff, achy joints, poor sleep, lack of energy, and a host of other conditions that we’ve been told to “just live with”. Are they inevitable? Emerging research states that the human body could live upwards of 150 years! There’s so much more that’s possible for
Fitness is full of buzzwords and jargon—so what is functional fitness training, and why is it important? Here’s the answer: Functional fitness training is used to help people become better at things they do in daily life. The movements used in this style of training
What’s the best warmup before training? Here’s the answer! A good warmup prepares the body for effort. Some people require more time to get primed to train, and some people require less. Here’s a very general plan you can adjust for your body and your
Habits… …meal plans, supplements, fat-burning workout programs, cleanses, macro tracking, the keto diet, and other nutrition regimes—where do you start if you want to get healthy? Here’s the truth: The world of health can be very confusing, and there are lots of too-good-to-be-true promises and
An over-stressed nervous system is a serious health concern. It has been linked to an increased risk of developing health conditions. These include heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, and even reduced longevity. Fortunately, there are ways to measure the effects of stress on the
The cold and flu season is upon us and challenging your immune system. Despite the advances in biomedical research, there is still no effective prevention and treatment because there are so many different strains of these constantly evolving viruses. In addition, these viruses are everywhere!
No one wants to feel hopeless or persistent sadness, or feel numb, unable to enjoy life, lacking interest, unable to sleep, stuck in a spiraling domino of no energy or motivation. Depression keeps people from living fully. Taking steps to change it can feel overwhelming.
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