Mindfulness is Medicine: An Interview with Local Physician Dr. Andy Huchingson
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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.
6 Foods to Optimize Recovery Time and Enhance the Benefits of Exercise
“Optimizing recovery from exercise is considered the holy grail of exercise science,” writes Dr. Greger in How Not to Die.
Check out these 6 foods recommended by our registered dietitian, Lauren Zimmerman, to help decrease recovery time and reduce muscle soreness.
Making Your Favorite Recipes Plant-Based: An Interview with Jessica Murnane
Sync’s Registered Dietitian, Lauren Zimmerman, teams up with Jessica Murnane, author of One Part Plant, to share practical tips to easily transition to a more plant-based diet. You’ll learn her favorite recipes, from simple to elaborate, that anyone can begin making right at home.
Evidence-Based Strategies to Manage Stress: An Interview with Dr. Rheingold
Dr. Alyssa Rheingold, licensed clinical psychologist and Director of Operations at the National Crime Victim’s Research and Treatment Center (NCVC), shares with us evidence-based strategies you can use to help bolster your resiliency during these stressful times.
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.
Putting Defusion and Acceptance into Practice
Now that we’ve covered all the mental skills in Acceptance and Commitment training, how can we put them into practice? In this blog post, check out how our Sync team member, Alyssa, finds herself practicing defusion and acceptance.
Dealing with Anxiety in You & You Children: An Interview with Dr. Albano
During this interview, we discuss with Dr. Anne Marie Albano evidence-based strategies for parents and children to effectively manage anxiety during COVID-19.
Coming Out of Quarantine Stronger: How Our Intimate Relationships Can Benefit From Times of Struggle
In this interview with Dr. Ashley Bullock of Modern Minds, we discuss common habits that can help or hinder our closest relationships.
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.
Mindfulness is Medicine: An Interview with Local Physician Dr. Andy Huchingson
In our interview with Dr. Andy Huchingson, he explains why he teaches mindfulness to his patients, and the community, and how you can begin reaping the benefits today.
Free Deep 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.
Can an Infrared Sauna Benefit Our Physical & Mental Health?
In this video, we highlight the research that has been done on infrared saunas to benefit our physical and mental well-being and share the most important reason to incorporate physical recovery modalities into your wellness routine.
Evidence-Based Strategies to Manage Stress: An Interview with Dr. Rheingold
Dr. Alyssa Rheingold, licensed clinical psychologist and Director of Operations at the National Crime Victim’s Research and Treatment Center (NCVC), shares with us evidence-based strategies you can use to help bolster your resiliency during these stressful times.
Shoulder Optimization
Shoulder injuries in athletes are extremely common. Here are some exercises you can do to increase strength and mobility during our “off season”.
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?