Put on Your Own Oxygen Mask First

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When you take a flight, each airline has a safety debriefing.  The stewardess stands in the middle of the isle demonstrating the message of putting on your own oxygen mask first.  The message is understandable, if you aren't breathing, how could you possibly save someone else's life.  This message holds true in our everyday life as well.  Many times we put off our own needs and health to prioritize others first.  Kids, family, spouses, significant others, work, errands, friends, all of these can cut into the time of your own needs.  And while serving all of these things or attempting to be … [Read more...]

Finding A Great Fitting Sports Bra (Hint: It’s Easier Than You Think)

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By Cindy Prosser Your sports bra should be your best friend at the gym (yes, it's even more important than your iPod) so take care to make sure you're wearing the right one. However, your quest for a great fitting sports bra starts well before you ever get to the store or open up your web browser for some online shopping. Measure, Measure, Measure! The majority of women wear the wrong size bra. This leads to issues like back pain, shoulder strain and even headaches. Before you even attempt to start bra shopping, get out that tape measure. Some stores offer complimentary bra fittings, … [Read more...]

Fitness Can Be A Lifeline For Cancer Survivors

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Mental and physical stress is definitely two everyday factors in the life of someone who has been diagnosed with cancer. Though a cancer diagnosis of any kind (including common cancers such as breast cancer and even rare cancers like mesothelioma) can cause anxiety and stress, there is something that cancer survivors can do to help improve their day-to-day well being. Cancer patients who exercise consistently have been shown to have lower mortality rates and better quality of life than those patients who are inactive. It may not be the first thing on the mind of a survivor after they come home … [Read more...]