A few months ago, Louise Valentine got word she had successfully reversed a precancerous condition of her stomach after being told by her doctors there was nothing she could do about it. Incredibly, at the same time, she started running her fastest times ever as a competitive runner. Named a Top 10 Performance Coach to Follow in 2021 and a fierce, military spouse, Louise is no stranger to… Read More
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How to Fit Health Into Your Hectic Life
How to Fit Health Into Your Hectic Life by Health Coach, Military Spouse, and Servicemember – Ashleigh Magee
Roller Muscle Release for Lower Back and Hip Pain
By: Dr. Gabriella Rivera, Physical Therapist Are you super active with running, sports, or weight lifting? Movement is great to keep out muscles strong but too much exercise and not enough rest or recovery can also cause issues!! Are you on the opposite spectrum and sit most of the day or can’t find the motivation […]
4 Recommendations to Prevent and Management Lower Back Pain (LBP)
By: Dr. Gabriella Rivera, Physical Therapist Low Back Pain (LBP) is the most common musculoskeletal condition WORLDWIDE! Research has shown that rest and medication actually makes LBP worse!Imaging is NOT indicated for most people with acute low back pain. Here are four recommendations to manage and prevent LBP: 1. Seek early non-pharmalogical treatment 2. Participate […]
Fitness and Nutrition Coach: Ashleigh Magee Coaching
Spotlight Interview By: Christina Etchberger We are happy to introduce Ashleigh Magee as our new Fitness and Healthy Lifestyle Contributor! Read more about Ashleigh and all that she does for the military spouse and veteran community below. Here’s to a more fit and healthy lifestyle! 1) Tell us a little bit about yourself! What is […]
Family Workout with Zohra
Workout By: Zohra @zohragalka Hey hey! It’s Zohra with a special guest in our Wednesday wellness workout video… my oldest daughter. These few moves are very fun to do with your kids and a great way to get them involved with moving their body. If you enjoyed this video, share your workout with us and tag […]
My 7-Day Clean Eating Challenge
Written By: Ashleigh Magee-Healthy Living Coach I am a health and wellness coach who specializes in helping military women balance self-care and weight loss with the demands of active duty. Do you or someone you know struggle with weight loss or health? Click the link below to learn more! Find Ashleigh on Facebook and Instagram […]
Think Brushing Teeth=Exercise Habits
Written By: Casey, IML Fitness Contributor What do you do??? YOU BRUSH YOUR TEETH, DUH!!!!!! Gross analogy maybe but do you already know where I’m going with this? Hint: Think brushing teeth = healthy eating/exercise habits! You’ve committed and recommitted to brushing daily just to quit hundreds of times over…. You’ve been in a REALLY […]
Strength Sliders Exercise with Zohra
Workout By: Zohra @zohragalka Today’s workout includes only strength sliders!! These moves will have you feeling the burn while defining the lower body. Try these out and let us know what you think. And if you don’t have strength sliders feel free to use paper plates they work just as great! WORKOUT: Curtsy slide pulse lunge […]