Heel raises and toe raises work the posterior and anterior lower leg muscles and tendons. They also improve proprioception and balance. I suggest doing 1 to 3 sets of both, 10 to 20 repetitions per set. Read more
Many thanks to all those who wrote in with positive feedback and questions on the points that were touched upon. What follows are my answers to a few of the questions that I received. Read more
Recently, I was interviewed by a high school student on a variety of health and economic matters. When asked to name three things not related to food that we can do every day to support optimal health, I replied with the following:
1. Prioritize getting high quality sleep daily - this one habit alone is arguably the single best way of supporting our physical and mental health. Read more
If you look through our archives, you’ll find a more comprehensive guide on hanging and brachiating to develop and maintain optimal shoulder mobility. Read more
This is a follow-up to a previous video on how to build more useful strength with a focus on integrating upper body, core, and lower body conditioning for better overall body awareness and neural activation.
Start with a basic squat with a boxing stance where one foot is forward and your arms are up in front of you with your fists hugging the sides of your head for protection. Read more
This smoothie is an excellent choice for times when you're looking to cleanse and feel light but still need enough substance to propel you through a busy day.
Hemp seeds are an excellent source of plant protein, providing all essential amino acids that your body can't manufacture on its own. Hemp is also a rich source of essential fatty acids - both omega-3 and omega-6 - that support optimal functioning of your cardiovascular and nervous systems. Contrary to popular myth based on the common origin of hemp and marijuana, it's virtually impossible to test positive for marijuana use from eating a small amount of hemp seeds on a regular basis. Read more
Widespread stay-at-home policies are leading to an increase in domestic violence all over the globe.
This is a sad reality that social workers and first responders are well aware of - statistics indicate that whenever families spend more time together, domestic violence increases. Read more
This is an excellent summary of how South Korea has managed to contain COVID-19 more effectively than many other countries thus far. What follows are Dr. Woo Joo Kim's key points on COVID-19 and what we can expect in the months ahead.
The Chinese government notified the World Health Organization of COVID-19 on December 31, 2019. Read more
This lovely piece comes from the soundtrack for Crash Landing On You, a Korean drama series that has been wildly popular throughout East Asia since its release at the end of 2019. Read more
