STRENGTH TRAINING & NUTRITION FOR WOMEN IN PERI & POST MENOPAUSE

STRENGTH TRAINING & NUTRITION FOR WOMEN IN PERI & POST MENOPAUSE

Research shows that the perimenopausal years (typically in your late 30s to early 50s) are the years with the most pronounced shifts in body composition: increased fat mass, reduced muscle mass, and elevated abdominal. As if we needed any more barriers, most research in health and fitness is done on men. Let’s dive into what research on women of this age group recommends.

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A GUIDE ON TALKING TO YOUR PRIMARY CARE PROVIDER

A GUIDE ON TALKING TO YOUR PRIMARY CARE PROVIDER

As a primary care physician, I spent years of training learning about the human body. Many of the terms we learn to communicate with other providers come from Latin or Greek words. So, cardiomegaly, meaning “big heart,” might be the medical term to describe someone’s enlarged heart, but it doesn’t hold meaning for anyone else.

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THE SUMMER SEASON & OUR MENTAL HEALTH

THE SUMMER SEASON & OUR MENTAL HEALTH

Summer is a great time to be outdoors and escape those dreary Pittsburgh winters. But the summer season also benefits our mental health. Let’s look at some ways you can use the summer season to literally brighten your day. 

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BEAT THE HEAT: AVOIDING HEAT ILLNESS IN THE SUMMER

BEAT THE HEAT: AVOIDING HEAT ILLNESS IN THE SUMMER

It’s summertime, and we all want to enjoy a break from Pittsburgh’s winter season. But, the summer also brings heat waves. 

How do we beat the heat and avoid heat illness? Let's look at simple steps that you can take to avoid heat-related problems this summer. 

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WEEKNIGHT BOLOGNESE

WEEKNIGHT BOLOGNESE

Whether you’ve just crushed a workout or you’re just trying to survive a Tuesday, this spicy and creamy weeknight bolognese is quick, hearty, and packs in serious flavor. It comes together in under 30 minutes and hits the spot when you need something warm, filling, and satisfying, but don’t want to spend hours at the stove.

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HOW MASSAGE THERAPY HELPS ATHLETES MAINTAIN PEAK PERFORMANCE

HOW MASSAGE THERAPY HELPS ATHLETES MAINTAIN PEAK PERFORMANCE

Athletes are constantly pushing their bodies to the limit—training harder, running faster, and lifting heavier, all in the pursuit of peak performance. But to perform at their best, recovery is just as important as training. That’s where I step in, your friendly massage therapist—not as a luxury, but as a crucial part of an athlete’s routine.

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SUNSCREEN SEASON IS ALL YEAR

SUNSCREEN SEASON IS ALL YEAR

I write about sunscreen this time every year because we get a lot of sun exposure with the summer’s longer days. But it is important to remember that sunscreen season is actually all year. You can even get a lot of sun exposure from the snow or when you’re out on the water.  

Let’s look at some FAQ’s about sunscreen.

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