Category: "Wellness" Articles
October 1, 2023
In the quest for wellness and recovery, many of us are stepping outside the boundaries of conventional methods to explore alternative avenues that promise rejuvenation and revitalization. Amidst this shift, non-mainstream wellness recovery methods...
September 1, 2023
Why do so many of us feel such a connection to the cause? The American Cancer Society estimates, in the US, 41% of men and 39% of women will develop cancer during their lifetime....
September 1, 2023
Since this is the Giving Back Issue, I thought it fitting to touch on ways we can give back to ourselves. Giving back to yourself is not selfish or indulgent. It is a way...
August 4, 2023
Look – I know we’re in a sweltering heat wave summer, I know it’s hot at literally all hours of the day, and I know when you pair the outdoors with a summer pregnancy...
August 1, 2023
As an exercise physiologist in the Department of Kinesiology and Health Education at UT Austin, one of my research objectives centers on designing interventions to improve glucose control in individuals living with type 2...
August 1, 2023
A 2023 study co-authored by Paul von Hippel, a professor at the University of Texas’ LBJ School of Public Affairs, investigated the impact of state laws and policies on physical education and physical activity...
August 1, 2023
Deciding where to go to school affects multiple aspects of your life, not just your future career. It can also impact your health. Young adulthood is the perfect time to develop self-care habits that...
July 1, 2023
Red light therapy, also known as low-level laser therapy or photobiomodulation, is a non-invasive treatment that uses red and near-infrared light to stimulate healing and reduce inflammation in the body. This therapy has been...
June 12, 2023
The rhythm of the city takes center stage at Four Seasons Hotel Austin this summer with a calendar full of music-centric events and offerings beginning May 27, 2023, through September 4, 2023. The Hotel...
June 8, 2023
With Memorial Day flags still waving in the sunlit wind and kids out and about at all hours, Summer is officially here! As Austinites, we know that means staying outside until we can’t stand...
June 6, 2023
The #1 concern for most people when getting surgery, botox, or work done is the healing process. “How long will I be out?”, they ask their practitioner. A common response is, “It varies from...
June 1, 2023
When we think of elite athletes’ visions of statuesque physiques and robust physical health, come to mind. But what about mental health? Perhaps in the haze of amazement and kinesiological wonder we feel over...
June 1, 2023
If you’ve ever heard of Myofascial Release, you might think it’s foam rolling, using a lacrosse ball, or some other painful modality that aggressively digs into your muscles and soft tissues. While these things...
June 1, 2023
True health comes from deliberately pursuing everything that fulfills you and brings purpose to your life. Sustainable wellness means creating a long-term plan to support and nourish your overall well-being. Building such a plan...
May 21, 2023
Sports are a double-edged sword; while they promote overall well-being, athletes often find themselves suffering from short- and long-term injuries because of them. According to a study, athletes commonly suffer from lower back pain...
May 18, 2023
We all know that low-quality foods lead to bad health. What few of us stop to consider is that low-quality mental foods lead to bad mental health, too. Food serves as an input to...
May 9, 2023
We’re ramping up for the dog days of summer, but despite the oppressive heat, even we Texans seem to walk a little lighter this time of year — and have a little more fun. ...
May 9, 2023
Scorching temperatures, excitement in the air and people staying out later — this is summertime. As you enjoy outdoor activities again, you may notice a bit more fatigue. Blistering heat, along with hours of...
