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any of us are aware of the widely known benefits of stretching, including increased range of motion, more flexibility, better athletic performance and recovery. But did you know that stretching also enables better blood flow to our muscles, activating our body’s ability to relax and feel calm? In 2024, to feel naturally more relaxed and less stressed while also gaining the benefits of greater physical flexibility with less restricted movements and stiffness, let’s make stretching a regular part of our daily routine. Spend just 10 minutes twice a day stretching – either on your own or with your trusted assisted-stretch practitioner – and let the body’s parasympathetic nervous system (our body’s natural relaxant) go to work!” — Judithe Andre, owner of Stretch Zone
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im to drink half your body weight in ounces of water daily. Make sure the water is filtered (not tap), and remember to drink an extra glass of water for every caffeinated or alcoholic beverage you consume. Water helps lubricate our joints (preventing stiffness) and gets rid of waste products that lead to inflammation.” — Dr. Shannon Bigbie and Dr. Avery Garrabrant, Ignite Wellness Chiropractic Center
January/February 2024