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The Best Way to Warm Up For A Training Run

When we are feeling fired up for a run, it can be tempting to give in to enthusiasm and take off at speed. And when we have limited time in a busy schedule to train, warming up first can feel like a waste of time. But running without warming up not only increases the risk of injury, but it also increases soreness and recovery time, and will...

Posted by Jason Sissel on Oct 1, 2017 9:25:00 AM

What to Expect at Your First Botox Treatment

Botox is famous as the anti-aging treatment first embraced by celebrities, and also notorious for causing the face to appear smooth and immobile. But in the 15 years since it was first approved for cosmetic use, techniques and dosages have been refined and perfected, so that now people can use Botox to appear fresher and more youthful, without...

Posted by Ashley Greer on Sep 30, 2017 9:17:00 AM

3 Rules of Healthy Weight Loss, Why We Fail and How to Succeed

On the face of it, weight loss advice is extremely simple, and always the same: eat right and exercise. And people with weight problems know this advice thoroughly. In fact, many of them have been on various diets, and are extremely well educated on calories and nutrition. So, if it's that simple, why do so many Americans have problems with...

Posted by Brooke Grant on Sep 29, 2017 9:13:00 AM

The Ultimate Hangover Cure: IV Hydration Therapy

Hydration therapy services are popping up all over America, offering luxury intravenous hangover recovery services on demand. In Las Vegas, you can order an IV hangover recovery drip right to your hotel room, freshening you up for another night on the town in as little as 40 minutes. But do these services actually work, or are they just a fad?

Posted by Dr. Nestor Rodriguez on Sep 28, 2017 9:05:00 AM

How IV Therapy Helps Enhance Endurance Athletic Performance

Intravenous therapy is becoming a fixture at marathons, where runners get hydration and electrolytes delivered directly into their bloodstream, rather than waiting for the digestive system to process fluids and nutrients. Many endurance events such as the BolderBoulder 10k and Hospital Hill Kansas City now have a station at the finish line where...

Posted by Jason Sissel on Sep 27, 2017 8:57:00 AM

Are Cosmetic Injectables Right For You?

Cosmetic injectables are a simple, low-risk, effective way to reduce the signs of aging and rejuvenate the skin. Many people enjoy them for the quick results and easy recovery, and today's injectables, delivered by a trained professional, can deliver fresh, natural-looking results.

Posted by Ashley Greer on Sep 26, 2017 8:47:00 AM

Why Men Who Monitor Their Hormone Levels Age Better Than Men Who Don’t

There's no doubt that some men seem to age better than others. Men like Liam Neeson, Tom Cruise, and Denzel Washington have remained fit and active well into the decades of life when most men seem to be declining. But these examples make it clear that slowing down, losing muscle, and losing vitality are not an inevitable fact of getting older.

Posted by Dr. Nestor Rodriguez on Sep 25, 2017 8:42:00 AM

Can Cryotherapy Make You Look and Feel Younger?

We've all heard the stories about the wealthy and famous who have had their bodies frozen after death, planning on a future time when the medical technologies will exist that will restore them to life and health. But can you freeze yourself into youth and health right now?

Posted by Dr. Nestor Rodriguez on Sep 24, 2017 8:37:00 AM

How to Prevent Dehydration

Dehydration is a serious health risk during exercise, particularly when working out for long periods of time, in conditions of high heat or high humidity. During physical activity, the body cools itself and regulates your temperature through sweating, resulting in fluids being directed toward the skin and away from vital functions. Sweat on the...

Posted by Dr. Nestor Rodriguez on Sep 23, 2017 3:57:00 PM

Cryotherapy Isn't Just for Elite Athletes and Celebrities

We most often hear about cryotherapy being used to boost performance for elite athletes like Christiano Ronaldo and Von Miller. High performance athletes use whole-body cryotherapy to speed recovery and reduce injuries, the same way American athletic teams like the Boston Red Sox and the Dallas Cowboys have been using ice baths for decades.

Posted by Dr. Nestor Rodriguez on Sep 22, 2017 3:43:00 PM