As we age, it becomes increasingly important to stretch regularly. Not only does stretching allow for greater movement in the joints and improved mobility, but it also helps to reduce muscle tension and soreness. In turn, improved mobility and greater flexibility help decrease the chance of injury, increase circulation, and ...
One of the most famous dishes in Ukrainian cuisine, this hearty meal is full of nutrients, and yet still low in calories. Aside from being delicious, borscht is also rich in antioxidants and vitamins. Best of all, this soup can even help you regulate your blood pressure, and then protect ...
As you age, it is more important than ever to regularly perform muscle-strengthening or resistance training exercises in order to maintain your strength, stability… and ultimately your independence. We understand that getting started on a strength training workout can be overwhelming, so the exercises we have shared below are designed ...
COVID-19 has resulted in large, widespread changes across the globe. Almost everyone worldwide has been affected by the coronavirus outbreak in some capacity or another. Each individual has been impacted in a unique way, and each person’s mental health has been challenged differently. Taking care of your mental health is ...
With such a strong focus on sustainable eating these days, it’s great to have a few quick, plant-based dinner recipes on hand. These five quick and easy vegan dinner ideas are perfect for any night of the week and will have your family asking for more. 1. Weeknight Vegan Burritos ...
Yin and Yang is a huge component of Chinese medicine. The principle behind Yin and Yang is that all things exist as inseparable and contradictory opposites. Some examples of this includes day & night, old & young, and male & female. Yin and Yang should be thought of as complementary, ...
Gua Sha is an ancient technique where the skin is scraped with a blunt-edged tool to produce a therapeutic effect. “Gua” means the process of scraping the skin, and “Sha” is the petechiae, or the redness that is create. With Gua Sha, we take super short or very long strokes ...
Yoga's ability to restore health, increase strength, and promote feelings of well-being make it an incredibly unique exercise pursuit. These restorative qualities, coupled with the gentle and safe nature of most Yoga routines makes it a natural fitness solution for many people. Below we have shared some simple yoga stretches ...
Many people mistakenly believe that the best way to treat back pain is to simply rest. While this can be true in some cases, depending on the nature of your injury, more often than not movement is key. Performing some safe and simple exercises designed to strengthen your core and ...
Healthy recipes can easily be found online, but are they also delicious? Are these healthy recipes the kinds of foods you’ll really crave and your family will ask you to make weekly? At Lifelong Wellness, we love eating fantastic and delicious foods. We also love creating amazing recipes that are ...
