As a collegiate athlete I found myself in the training room doing self-myofascial release exercises. Don’t be alarmed, I was not recovering from any torn muscles, sprained joints, or broken bones – I was simply “rolling out.” Self-myofascial release, better known as self-massage or “foam rolling,” is the practice of releasing muscle tightness. It has […]
Would you like some cricket powder with your smoothie? Might sound a little odd, but don’t be surprised if insect protein starts to show up in more products this year. Each year, a number of innovative brands pave the way for new trends in the natural food industry to arise. These emerging trends create new […]
Our diet, health, and the environment are all perpetually linked; what we consume and how we consume our food has an undoubtable impact on the earth. Climate change has always been a pertinent issue, but with the People’s Climate March making headlines a few months ago, more and more people are tuning in on this […]
You just torched a slew of calories from a grueling workout whether that is an intense spin class or another session at your local CrossFit. Rather than blow all that hard work on a shameless kitchen raid, check out these 4 ways to avoid a post-workout binger. Always eat before you sweat Going to the […]
It seems that real food and clean eating has gone mainstream. And for good reason: it makes you feel great! However, mindful eating can become obsessive and can ironically jeopardize your health, even relationships. Yikes! There’s now a name for being dangerously obsessed with eating healthy-Orthorexia Nervosa. “It’s different than going overboard because you want […]
In America, 1 in every 3 kids is overweight or obese. Why aren’t the French suffering from an obesity epidemic like us Americans? They must be doing something right. Rebeca Plantier, CEO and co-founder of Fit to Inspire, went on a quest to uncover why French children aren’t fat. In her research, she discovered some […]
Summer may be over, but don’t put away your camping gear just yet! Southern California’s perfect weather allows campgrounds to stay open and be enjoyed all year-round. And where better to camp than on the beach? As the crowds begin to dissolve and the weather cools down, camping takes on a mellow vibe in […]
Fall weather makes for primetime hiking in San Diego as summer’s warm kiss lingers just long enough for those willing to leave the house without a jacket. The cool seaside breeze and breathtaking mountainous scenery make for hikes well worth the trek. So grab a buddy and venture out to a few of our favorite […]
Shopping your local farmers market can be a fun way to buy fresh produce and support local businesses, but knowing what to look for will save you a lot of time and trouble. Many fruits and vegetables are seasonal and its availability will vary depending on the region’s climate. We created a guide with our […]
In America, conscious consumption has only recently become a large-scale social movement —largely fueled by social media. After all, actions speak louder than words but money speaks louder than both. October is Non-GMO Month, and we believe you have the right to know what’s in the food you feed your family. As midterm elections quickly […]
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