2018
Be Well We Need to Talk… About Ticks
To prevent sunburn, we wear sunscreen. To stay healthy, we watch what we eat and get plenty of exercise, so why aren’t we doing a better job of preventing ticks and the diseases they carry? […]
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2018
Be Well: Allergies
Allergies. The dreaded word comes with a host of symptoms that include itchy, watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, coughing and congestion. Not unlike other allergies, seasonal allergies develop as the body’s sensitivity and reaction to […]
2018
Be Well: Start Running, Stay Running
Running. This aerobic workout sounds easy enough, but getting started can be a challenge for some. There’s factors like: pace, accountability, conditions and measuring progress. With all of those factors to consider, taking up running […]
2017
Cooking & Cholesterol
Words by Bentz P. Tozer, Jr., B.S., CPT Keeping cholesterol levels in a healthy range is an important part of a person's overall health. Cholesterol levels are checked with a blood test called a Lipid […]
2017
Be Well: Plateau
WORDS BY BENTZ P. TOZER, JR., B.S., CPT The dreaded plateau. Anyone who’s ever worked toward a fitness goal, be it losing weight, building muscle or setting a new weight-lifting personal record, is familiar with […]
2017
Be Well: Exercise Safety
BY BENTZ TOZER, JR., B.S., CPT When people think of exercising safely, most likely they think of using proper form or being careful not to do too much too quickly. Certainly, these are examples of […]
2017
Be Well: Preventing Diabetes
Preventing Diabetes with Nutrition WORDS BY BENTZ P. TOZER, JR., B.S., CPT According to The American Diabetes Association (ADA), diabetes is a problem with your body that causes blood glucose (sugar) levels to rise higher […]
2016
Be Well: Is Stress Eating A Real Thing?
By Bentz P. Tozer, Jr., B.S., CPT In today’s world, food is not just used to sustain and nourish the body. We use food to celebrate special occasions, like eating cake on our birthday or […]
2016
Be Well: Exercise Order
By Bentz P. Tozer, Jr., B.S., CPT A well-rounded exercise program includes exercises that work all the muscles in the body. What’s rarely mentioned is the importance of exercise sequence, or the order in which […]
2016
Be Well: Exercise & High Blood Pressure
By Bentz P. Tozer, Jr., B.S., CPT You may have heard your doctor or other medical professionals say that regular exercise helps lower blood pressure or can help reduce the risk of developing high blood […]