What’s a Neti Pot?

Two years ago, I was in line at the pharmacy waiting to pick up some antibiotics for a nasty nose/throat cold. I asked the pharmacist what I could do to help prevent future sinus issues, and she recommended using a Neti Pot with salt/baking soda packets. She said that not only was it the best way to remove excess mucus due to congestion (I could barely breathe), but I could use it to relieve nasal dryness (that happens a lot to me in the winter), and remove pollen (spring is in the air) and other airborne contaminants. So give it a try, and you’ll breathe a little easier.

What’s a Neti Pot?2012-02-29T06:55:20-06:00

Loosen Up!

Before shoveling snow from your driveway and sidewalk, loosen up your back and shoulders with these three great stretches.

Loosen Up!2012-01-03T12:22:22-06:00

Give the Gift of Fitness this Holiday Season!

Here are 5 reasons to pick Eric (in his own words) as your Fitness Professional:

Experience. I am a nationally certified personal trainer with over 15 years of experience. My clients have come from all walks of life: 11 to 89 years of age, people with eating disorders, elite athletes, expectant mothers, people living with cancer, and everyday folks who just want to be in better shape.

Fun! While I may not be a standup comedian, I do my best to make your workouts fun and one of the highlights of your day.

Privacy. You’ll enjoy 60-minute training sessions with NO distractions. It’s just you and me. You can even pick your preferred music station, listen to a favorite CD, or bring your iPOD.

Safety. My goal is to create a safe and positive environment. Not only is the workout equipment in tip-top shape, but the exercises you learn are safe and tailored for you.

Competitive Rates. Prices are $55-$70 per session depending on the package you purchase.

Give the Gift of Fitness this Holiday Season!2010-11-14T15:20:33-06:00

I Just Read David Kindred’s Book!

Have you ever enjoyed reading a book so much that when you finished the last page you wanted to read it all over again? That’s how I felt after reading Sound and Fury: Two Powerful Lives, One Fateful Friendship. It’s a story about a seemingly unlikely partnership between heavyweight champion Muhammad Ali, a Muslim from Louisville, Ky., and Howard Cosell, a Jewish broadcaster from New York. David Kindred, author and sports columnist, knew both men personally. In my opinion, he has created an insightful account that can be best described as a dual biography and social history. It will satisfy sports fan and non sports fan alike. A great read!

I Just Read David Kindred’s Book!2012-02-29T06:41:41-06:00

Premium Omega-3 Fish Oil

The list of health benefits of supplementing with Omega-3 fish oil is getting longer and longer. Lowering triglycerides, reducing heart attacks & strokes, improving thinking skills & behavior in children with ADHD, and weight loss are just a few. Nutrilite® Ocean Essentials® Balanced Health ensures the highest quality of fish oils. For more information or to order this product Click Here.

Visit the National Institutes of Health’s (NIH) website Medline Plus to learn more about fish oils.

Premium Omega-3 Fish Oil2010-11-14T11:55:01-06:00

Can’t Get Enough Golf?

Golf enthusiasts take note! Links Golf Café is coming to Madison’s East Side next summer!
It will feature:

4 state-of-the-art golf simulators
Select golf retail
Beverages and light food
A 10-person executive boardroom

Don’t wait until next summer to join in the fun! Sign up today and you’ll be able to play golf on their simulators every Monday for free! To see everything that Links Golf Café has to offer, visit www.linksgolfcafe.com.

Can’t Get Enough Golf?2012-02-28T19:45:00-06:00

More Benefits of Omega-3s

Promising news about omega-3 fatty acids just keeps rolling in. A new study bolsters previous data suggesting that fish oil supplements high in omega-3s may benefit critically ill people in intensive care units by quelling inflammation. Meanwhile, another study finds that robust omega-3 levels protect the ends of chromosomes from damage, which suggests a benefit against age-related diseases. Click here to read the whole story in Science News magazine.

More Benefits of Omega-3s2010-10-11T12:55:13-05:00

What’s Growing in Heather’s Garden?

I just took an inventory of Heather’s veggie garden: beans, carrots, cucumbers, lettuce, eggplants, onions, peppers, potatoes, broccoli, and squash. Hmm, I know I’ve missed a few. The one vegetable I couldn’t miss is the zucchini. We picked four last night . . . each measuring over 2 feet. Time to make some Ratatouille!

What’s Growing in Heather’s Garden?2010-09-08T16:38:20-05:00
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