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Recovery Nutrition to Optimize Athletic Performance
When it comes to recovery nutrition post exercise, making sound nutrition choices is just as important as what is consumed leading up to exercise and throughout the day. Recovery nutrition replenishes energy stores, facilitates muscle repair, eases inflammation and soreness, and replenishes fluid lost during activity. All of this sets the body up for the…
Nutrition & Hydration to Optimize Athletic Performance
This is the first blog post in a series on nutrition for athletics. We will start by focusing on nutrition for training and exercise. Here are some guidelines to follow that will enhance performance.
Quick & Healthy Overnight Oats Recipe
Recipe By Alyssa Baxley, Sync Team Member 1/2 cup rolled oats 1/2 cup nut milk (almond, coconut, soy, etc) Maple syrup Nut butter Seeds (chia, flax, hemp, etc) Cocoa Powder Cinnamon Frozen or fresh berries About Alyssa Baxley Alyssa is the communications manager at Synchronicity and has always had a passion for health and wellness.…
4 Antioxidants Essential for Recovery
Both exercise and daily life put stress on the body. At the cellular level this oxidative stress can damage cells, cause premature aging, and delay recovery. We can optimize cellular repair and improve recovery by eating a diet that is rich in antioxidants. In this blog post, we share 4 antioxidants that are essential for effective recovery as well as the foods that contain them in abundance.
Chocolate Cherry “Nice Cream” Recipe: The Power of Cocoa for Exercise Recovery
In this blog post, we share why cocoa powder is a powerful nutrient for recovery and a chocolate cherry “nice cream” recipe to enjoy as a delicious treat!
Post-Exercise Recovery Smoothie
A delicious smoothie recipe created by our registered dietitian, Lauren Zimmerman, for a quick and easy way to incorporate 3 recovery foods.
Thanksgiving Blessings from Synchronicity Guests
We asked Synchronicity guests to share their life blessing. Here are their answers in their words. Have a Happy Thanksgiving! P.S. Did you know focusing on gratitude is a scientifically proven way to improve both mental and physical health? Click here for an article from Positivepsychology.com to learn more and get strategies to enhance your…
Recharging Rooms Gain Acceptance at Work
How did Neuroscientist David Putrino and design firm founder Mirelle Phillips help New York frontline workers manage stress and anxiety during the height of the pandemic? With “recharge room” that simulated the experience of being immersed in nature.
“The Iceman”, Wim Hof’s Methods Come To Mount Pleasant
Aptly nicknamed “The Iceman,” Wim Hof has spent his life training his body to withstand extreme conditions: Scaling mountains in shorts Submerging himself in ice water for 80 minutes Completing a marathon in the desert without water While these feats may seem unattainable (and undesirable) to many, once you get over the initial reaction many…
FREE Stanford Stress Program
In this brief video, we share how you can begin using stress to tap into motivation, enhance focus, and increase energy with Stanford’s FREE 60 minute online ReThinking Stress Program.
Stress + Recovery = Growth
Stress is NOT the bad guy! Check out this brief 3-minute video to see how you can balance the stress/recovery equation to increase energy and get more done.
Why Do You Labor?
Did you know that in our modern world, 66% of our American workforce is not engaged while they are at work, according to a 2018 Gallup Poll. They labor, but they don’t connect that labor to something deeper or more meaningful within the company or themselves. In this 3 min audio clip, we give you a simple exercise you can do today to ensure your labor isn’t in vein.
“The Iceman”, Wim Hof’s Methods Come To Mount Pleasant
Aptly nicknamed “The Iceman,” Wim Hof has spent his life training his body to withstand extreme conditions: Scaling mountains in shorts Submerging himself in ice water for 80 minutes Completing a marathon in the desert without water While these feats may seem unattainable (and undesirable) to many, once you get over the initial reaction many…
Stress + Recovery = Growth
Stress is NOT the bad guy! Check out this brief 3-minute video to see how you can balance the stress/recovery equation to increase energy and get more done.
Evening Stretch for Sleep
Try this FREE 20 minute stretch routine led expert Sync instructor Tracy Abeles to help calm your mind and sleep better tonight. About Tracy Tracy uses her previous experience as an actress and years of experience as a yoga and pilates teacher to bring you a unique, funny, and wonderful experience. She is passionate about…
Free Deep Stretch Recovery Yoga Class
Try this 40 minute yoga video led by expert Sync instructor Tracy Abeles after a long day to allow for a smooth and calm transition into the evening. About TracyTracy uses her previous experience as an actress and years of experience as a yoga and pilates teacher to bring you a unique, funny, and wonderful…
3 Simple Strategies to Sleep Better
Quality sleep is critical for optimal physical and mental restoration and health. If you find yourself struggling to get a good night’s rest, you are not alone. Especially right now. In this blog post, we share 3 simple strategies for sleeping better tonight.
Yoga Stretches for the She Tris Virtual Challenge
As their official nutrition and recovery partner, She Tris asked expert Sync Instructor, Tracy Abeles, to create two FREE yoga videos to help their athletes prevent training injuries, enhance performance, and hasten recovery.
How to Incorporate the 6 ACT Mental Skills During Exercise
Exercise improves the body’s strength, endurance, and coordination. It also offers a unique opportunity for us to simultaneously practice all 6 of the mental skills learned in Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACT). Here are a few easy ways to incorporate practice reps with ACT mental skills while you exercise.
3 Critical Ways Exercise Benefits Your Brain
Did you know that exercise builds your brain, enhances learning and memory, results in a mood-altering chemical cocktail, and may even help treat depression and anxiety?
In this blog post, we highlight the 3 critical ways exercise benefits your brain.
Discover a New Title: Triathlete
We may be socially distanced at the moment, but She Tris #Betheshe Virtual Challenge which starts on Monday, April 27th, is continuing to carry on their mission virtually.
Free Physical Therapist Built Bodyweight Program
Wondering how you can still build muscle without having access to a gym or fitness center? Here is a sneak preview of the free bodyweight training program Made 2 Move Physical Therapy is offering to Charleston locals.
Sweating It Out on a Rest Day: How Infrared Saunas Can Be a Great Self-Care Tool
Why are infrared saunas the perfect solution for when your body needs rest, but you want that post-workout recharge that makes you feel focused and energized?