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February 1, 2010

Monday's Health Tip: Easy Health Quick Checks

Work, kids, family, meals...oh my! It's no wonder so many people are stressed out these days!

So this begs the question...when was the last time you took time out of your busy schedule to take care of your health?

My guess is, it's been a while.

While I can't stress enough the importance of regular check ups with a medical professional, there are some easy, to-it-yourself ways to see how your mind and body are holding up under your hectic schedule. [more]

August 31, 2009

Monday's Health Tip: Are you an emotional eater?

It happens to all of us once in a while- you have a really bad day and all you want to do is go home and sit on the couch with a giant tub of ice cream. In your mind, there is nothing else in the world that will make you feel better. Or maybe you just got the promotion you’ve been trying to get for the past two months. What do you do? You celebrate with a large cheese pizza. Does this sound familiar? [more]

August 24, 2009

Monday's Health Tip: Introducing the Kettlebell

Do you know what this is?:

This, my fellow readers, is called a kettlebell. For any of you who are looking to jump start your exercise routine, or need something a little different to keep you motivated, look no further than this piece of equipment. [more]

August 10, 2009

Monday's Health Tip: Getting Back to (Water) Basics

Nothing beats summer in New England like a hazy, hot, and humid 90 degree day. Considering we haven't had much of a summer this year with all the rain and unseasonably-cool temperatures, I'm actually excited for this muggy, summer-like change. [more]