We’ve all seen the “Sitting is the New Smoking” stories circulating online and in the news in recent years. (You may have even seen a story or two talking about how chiropractic care can help you be more active like this one.)
Whether it’s running, biking, swimming, lifting weights, or doing yoga, these days many people are focused on leading more active lifestyles.
(more…)Do you think of yourself as a “glass half-empty” or “half-full” sort of person?
Consider this classic saying, “things turn out the best for people who make the best of the way things turn out”.
If you or someone you know makes these comments, you’re positive thinkers.
Researchers are finding more and more evidence pointing to the many benefits of optimism and positive thinking.
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Posture can either work for or against us. Each day we’re learning more and more about new health conditions associated with prolonged sitting, ill-positioned technology, and even furniture that may have been repurposed to suit the frantic requirements levied at the start of the pandemic. It’s obvious that it’s never been more important to find the best posture for working at our computers.
We’re also learning more about how emotions, posture, and pain sensitivity may all be influenced by each other to some degree. In fact, posture and depression may be connected. Consider this. Have you ever been able to tell someone’s mood just by how they walked into a room? We all have! It’s a great example of how our posture and attitude are connected.
Within seconds you can look at someone and tell whether they are confident or happy. Posture can influence mood and vice versa for a number of reasons. Let’s take a closer look at posture and depression.
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If you’re coming out of the holidays feeling a little sluggish and low on energy in Hallettsville, you’re not alone!
Any changes to your regular sleep and exercise routine can impact your energy levels and leave your body struggling just a bit to keep up without that seemingly necessary caffeine fix.
Not to worry! As we head into the new year, we’ve prepared a list of some simple steps you can take to enjoy a healthier, happier, and less exhausted, more energized 2022!
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