Quick Exercises You Can Do Anywhere
Researchers are now saying that sitting is the new smoking. Yes, our sedentary lifestyles are actually as bad for us as smoking. It can be overwhelming to think about how much we sit and how to [...]
New to Exercise? Be SMART About It
As we talk about the Mechanical Quadrant of Well-being, movement is a key part. Our bodies are designed to move, they are designed to be active. Researchers are now saying that “sitting is the [...]
Four Habits that Boost Physical Wellbeing
We’re not made to live in pain, but people just get used to it. They think it’s part of the aging process. Often people can only turn their head slightly to one side or the other. And they think, [...]
Want to Transform Your Life? Start Small, but Start Now
At the beginning of the year, we hear many variations on “New Year, New You” and all the things that you can do to exercise, lose weight, and change your life. But with Small Changes, Big Shifts, [...]
[Guest Post] More Isn’t Always Better (even with exercise)
Today’s post is by Scott Heffner, a personal trainer and muscle activation specialist in Kansas City. I get to work out at a local health club today while on vacation. This is something I usually [...]
Ask Dr. Robin, Part II
During the first week of September, I put out a call for your questions. You can read the first set of questions and my answers here. We’re continuing today with the rest of the questions. As [...]
Ask Dr. Robin
Last week, I put out “the call” on social media for you to ask Dr. Robin. As I explained briefly in my Facebook Live video, this week ends our focus on the Mechanical Quadrant. Before we move on [...]
How Yoga Helps the Entire Mind, Body, and Soul
Patricia Gray, the founder of Yoga Gallery, started getting into yoga when she was 15 years old living with her family in Joplin, Missouri. In the course of her life and her practice, she has [...]
Why Your Health Routine Should Include Breathing
When was the last time you took a breath? Every few moments, right? But when was the last time you actually noticed the breath that you took? Patricia Gray, the founder of Yoga Gallery in Kansas [...]
[Video] Whole Body Wellness for Athletes
Can professional athletes at the top of their game actually be in poor health? Steve Spangler found out that yes, they can. Steve was a professional soccer player with Sporting Kansas City, [...]