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New Year’s Resolutions for Boulderites

As the new year approaches, many Boulderites are looking for ways to embrace positive change in their lives. From prioritizing health and wellness to fostering sustainability and community connection, there are numerous resolutions that can enrich the lives of those who call Boulder home. Here are seven impactful New Year’s resolutions tailored specifically for Boulderites, […]

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Get Your Yoga With A Twist!

The benefits of yoga are many! Researchers found that yoga outperformed aerobic exercise at improving balance, flexibility, strength, pain levels, menopausal symptoms, daily energy level, and social and occupation functioning, among other health parameters. Whether you are long time yogi or new to the practice, there are some fun new ways to experience yoga, that […]

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Faces of Boulder – Pic of the Day!

Kyle is a slack line enthusiast.”Keep your eyes up and focused on a point in the distance.”, he gives as advice for first time slack liners. He enjoys challenging himself on the different type of slack lines that he sets up in the parks around town. Kyle also has a wide knowledge of fun group […]

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How to Breakup with Your Couch, or The Science of Motivation

What is it that makes it so challenging to peel oneself off the couch and workout? Who are these crazies who jump out of bed at 5 a.m. and run in the cold, crepuscular morning hours? Or who get in a power hike after work when the rest of us want nothing more than to […]

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Three Simple Ways to Get Back in Your Fitness Groove

Don’t be too hard on yourself. It takes baby steps to get back to a fitness routine, so try to be kind if you don’t achieve all that you desire in a workout.  Americans are conditioned to think if a little bit is good, a lot must be better.  When it comes to exercise, the […]

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Boulder’s Magnetic Pull: Top 10 Reasons I Relocated to Colorado

Boulder, Colorado, often referred to as the “City nestled between the mountains,” has been attracting an influx of new residents in recent years. With its stunning natural surroundings, vibrant culture, and numerous opportunities for outdoor adventure, it’s no wonder people from all walks of life are choosing to call Boulder home. In this blog post, […]

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The Physical Activity Formula for Those With Sedentary Jobs

Perhaps you’ve heard that sitting is the new smoking?  Sitting all day is not good for our health.  We’ve actually known this, from a public health perspective, for over 60 years. Back in the 50s, researchers studied men (yes, not much research done with women in those days) who had jobs that required them to […]

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Eat Well by Eating Low

Ever heard of the glycemic index?  It refers to a carbohydrate’s ability to raise blood sugar to a particular level within a given period of time. Some starchy foods have a high glycemic index that may cause high blood sugar levels after meals. Most non-starchy vegetables, fruits, and legumes have a low glycemic index. The […]

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Your Walking Pace May Determine Your Longevity

It’s long been known that improving your physical fitness is associated with living a longer life. Studies show that past age 65, your walking speed at your natural pace is a surprisingly reliable predictor of survival. The study looked at the natural gait speed of more than 34,000 participants age 65 and older from nine previous studies. These studies followed […]

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Looking Back: 2016 Recap: Stories That Shaped Our Well-Being

This year was a crazy one, with a tumultuous election cycle, protests, shootings, issues of sexual assault on college campuses — it was a year to remember. Some important things happened that informed our health habits.  These events will have impact on our lives and our health now and in the future.  Here are some […]

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