Why This Exercise Deserves a Spot in Your Workout
The Dumbbell Lateral Lunge Most people train in straight lines. We squat up and down, lunge forward, walk forward, run forward, and for a lot of us, lean forward at a desk during our work day. But everyday life—and most sports—require us to move through multiple planes of movement. That’s why I’m a big fan of the dumbbell lateral lunge.…
Tech Life with Taino: Why You Need to Stop Multitasking
The Hype of Multitasking Going to my first job interviews 15 years ago, I often got the question “Can you juggle multiple tasks at once?” I enthusiastically answered “Yes!” Hiring my first employees 10 years ago, I often asked the question “Can you juggle multiple tasks at once?” I enthusiastically got the answer “Yes!” Multitasking has been a trait to…
How to Stay Consistent with Wellness Goals
For fitness enthusiasts balancing work, family, and a real desire to feel strong, wellness goal challenges can start to feel personal. Motivation dips, time gets tight, nutrition advice feels loud and conflicting, and social media pressure turns self-care into another performance. Add the fear of injury or burnout, and many people either push too hard or stop altogether, even when…
The Key to Better Teams is Resilience
Our world is made up of teams of all configurations, large and small, and in every realm of life. Some of these teams succeed and others fail due to many factors, but one of the most overlooked keys to success is resilience. Here is why. Every team and every organization faces crises, challenges, and changes that threaten to squelch its…
3 Ways to Maximize your Baseball Pre-Season
Coming off the World Series means it is pre-season baseball for the high school athletes. Most are coming off a fall season. Some are coming off a fall sport (football, soccer, cross country, etc.). Finally, some are younger athletes who are building up the Varsity level (first year athletes). Here is a plan for each scenario. If you are coming…
Critical Steps to Calm Post-Election Anxiety
If you’re feeling post-election anxiety, you are NOT alone. Many Americans are feeling extremely overwhelmed, anxious, and depressed post-election. A recent report from the American Psychological Association showed that 77% of people surveyed reported the future of the nation as being a significant source of stress for them. The impact of political stress is clearly affecting many people, and our…
5 Essential Tips to Avoid Injury Running a Marathon
Whether you're running to finish first or just to see if you can do it, doing a marathon requires some training and preparation. To ensure a safe and injury-free experience, we have compiled five essential tips for marathon participants to follow during race week and on race day. 1. Fuel with Carbs Be sure to eat plenty of carbohydrates in…
8 Immediate Actions to Propel Your Personal Growth
In today’s fast-paced world, many seek strategies to enhance their daily lives and achieve personal and professional success. While there’s no one-size-fits-all answer, there are actionable steps everyone can take to make substantial progress toward their aspirations. This article delves into practical methods that can be implemented immediately to propel you forward, fostering a lifestyle that not only meets but…
Fight Seasonal Illness Naturally with Aromatherapy
This is the time of year we inevitably find ourselves vulnerable to cold, sniffles, and seasonal allergies. There was a study done by the National Institute of Health concurring with findings parallel to effectiveness of certain oils against allergic rhinitis. Aromatherapy, which is the practice of utilizing oils through nasal cavity direct inhalation, has been used for many, many years…
How to Stay Fit in a Sedentary Job
Surprisingly, working at your desk throughout the day might not be the best option for your health. Studies show that more than 80% of jobs in the United States are sedentary, which means millions of people experience long hours of sitting and physical inactivity. Sitting for prolonged periods limits the calories you can burn, resulting in reduced energy expenditure and…
10 Reasons to Fall in Love with Pumpkin
It's that time of year when artfully crafted Jack O’Lanterns perch on porches, pumpkin lovers flee to Starbucks, and aromas of pumpkin spice infuse the air. It’s very clear who the star of the show is this season. If you’re a lover of all things pumpkin, then you probably get giddy just by hearing the words: pumpkin and spice. If…
