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Why Being More Playful Might Be the Best Thing You Do for Your Brain

When was the last time you did something simply because it was fun? Not because it was productive. Not because it burned calories. Not because it checked something off your to-do list. But just because you enjoyed it. As children, play is a natural part of everyday life. We climb trees, build forts, race our friends,… Read More

Your Brain Thrives off of Purpose

We spend a lot of time talking about the things we should be doing for our health. Eat nutritious foods. Exercise regularly. Get enough sleep. Drink more water. Nurture social connection. All of these habits are incredibly important – but there is another super ingredient to support your brain and body that comes less from… Read More

When Stress Can Become Your Superpower!

When someone tells you that stress is bad for your health, they’re really talking about chronic stress. Your body is designed to handle acute stress – and in the right amount, it can actually help you become stronger. Bones become denser along the lines of force that… Read More

Cold Therapy: When Chattering Teeth Can Actually Make You Stronger!

Let’s be honest. Our first instinct is usually to run away from the cold, not toward it. It’s not totally natural to want an ice-cold plunge.  But what if a little cold exposure could help you improve your recovery, training, sharpen your focus, and even make you more resilient… Read More

Your Brain Has Reset Buttons (And They Just Need You to Push Them)

Long before your thoughts name it, your body is already holding the stress — in your breath, your posture, the quiet tension in your hands. Or maybe you snap at someone after a long day at work. Your back pain gets worse as you have an argument with your partner. You can’t seem to get motivated,… Read More