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Making Memories on the Dance Floor

Posted by: Allison Fabrizio, B.A. - July 24, 2023

How to Get Your Family Dancing   My fondest memories from childhood revolved around dance. Growing up in a very artistic family, there was no way to escape learning new rhythms, trendy dances, or traditional cultural styles of movement. Dancing is truly a great way to bring the whole family together and it can be […]

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The Basics of Mobility

Posted by: Carlo Varquez, M.S. - July 17, 2023

Mobility and flexibility are often seen as synonymous. Mobility and flexibility are certainly linked together, but thinking they are the same exact mean is incorrect. To further explain this, flexibility is the ability of a muscle or muscle group to lengthen passively through a range of motion (ROM). On the other hand, mobility is the […]

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Beat the Heat with Hydration

Posted by: Laura Cason, B.S., R.D., L.D.N. - July 10, 2023

As we move through the summer months, often times we keep up a lot of activities. And during those times, we may not be thinking about keeping up with daily hydration.  First, let’s talk about some facts.  Water helps our body regulate our own temperature as well as other functions like lubricating joints, getting rid […]

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Dancing Through the Summer Heat

Posted by: Allison Fabrizio, B.A. - June 26, 2023

Keep Dancing!   As the sun shines brighter, and days grow longer, a great way to use up our energy and unleash our creativity is to keep dancing! Here you will find 4 ways to beat the heat and move at the same time:    Indoor Dance    During the day, explore dance styles in […]

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Shedding Light on Myofascial Release

Posted by: Chelsey Gilbert - June 19, 2023

Our Natural Somatic Processing System   As a Licensed Massage Therapist that has been practicing since 2017, Myofascial Release is a technique that has completely changed my approach to bodywork.  Not only are there numerous scientific studies to back the work, I have seen profound change in so many of my clients over the years.  […]

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The Sunshine Vitamin

Posted by: Laura Cason, B.S., R.D., L.D.N. - June 12, 2023

Vitamin D is often called the sunshine vitamin as we need it produce it in our bodies with the help of the sun. As we can start to go outdoors more with the summer months, we start to gain some of the benefits.     People need Vitamin D from both nature and food.  When our […]

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Making Strength Training Effective

Posted by: Carlo Varquez, M.S. - June 5, 2023

How Long Should Your Strength Workout Be for it to Be “Effective”?     Strength training is a crucial part of any workout routine. It is important for an individual to engage in resistance training at least 1-2x a week to cut down the risk of chronic diseases and maintain bone and joint strength. Strength […]

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Why Belly Dance is a Great Form of Fitness

Posted by: Jamie Horban - May 29, 2023

Did you know that Belly Dance is a great form of fitness as well as a an excellent and expressive dance form? It helps women express their sensuality and celebrate the female form by moving their hips and ribs and arms in a way that is natural and fun.   Belly dancing significantly aids muscle […]

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Foods That Can Boost Your Mood

Posted by: Laura Cason, B.S., R.D., L.D.N. - May 22, 2023

Nearly 1 in 5 U.S adults experienced a mental health condition in 2020.  It’s on the rise for young adults with an estimated 31% of those between ages 18 and 25.  Since a mental health diagnosis may impact an individual’s daily life, it’s often wondered the link between nutrition and mood.     There have […]

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