Meditation is an ancient practice that trains the mind to observe and regulate its own activity. It has been used for centuries by Hindu and Buddhist practitioners to cultivate attention, insight, and spirituality (1,2). More recently, meditation has been adopted and adapted by Western science and medicine as a way to enhance well-being, reduce stress, and improve health (1). Why Meditate? Is it worth the hype? There is a growing body of evidence that supports the benefits of meditation for various physical and mental conditions, including (3-6): Alzheimer’s Disease. Anxiety. Cardiovascular... Read More

DISCLAIMER! Isn’t that a fun word to start with? Here’s where I’m going with the disclaimer. We’re going to discuss a variety of exercises to build and maintain a Boulder Body. We intend to and plan to do it without injury and with maximum benefit. 1. Most exercises can be harmful if done incorrectly or if medically contraindicated. (I love that word). As a practical point, my best suggestion is that you start with a trainer for at least a session or so. After you’ve identified the most likely exercise modalities to work out with, have the trained trainer observe... Read More

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