by EXCEL Staff | Feb 14, 2020 | Education, Self-Care, Wellness
This February, take some time to focus on your heart—and no, we’re not talking about today’s Valentine’s Day festivities. February is American Heart Month, which aims to raise awareness about heart health and urge those around you to prevent heart disease....
by Jonathan Zaid, PT, DPT | Jul 15, 2019 | Education, Wellness
Myofascial decompression (MFD), also known as “cupping,” is a traditional Chinese medicine that has been practiced for more than 2,000 years. Notably, professional athletes including Michael Phelps and the U.S. Women’s Gymnastics team have used cupping as part of...
by Tony Bianchino | Apr 22, 2019 | Nutrition, Self-Care, Wellness
Are you hitting your hydration goals? If not, you could be sapping your energy and ruining your ability to lose weight. According to the Mayo Clinic most people are not aware of how much water they are drinking. “Water’s involved in every type of cellular process in...
by EXCEL Staff | Jul 9, 2017 | Self-Care, Wellness
Those who aren’t teachers often imagine that summer is the time when teachers kick back and relax. But the reality is, you’re often using this free time to catch up on everything you don’t get done during the school year, thanks to the demands of the job. While you’re...
