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Most people think doing a couple of exercises will fix the majority of their postural issues. Yet, we don’t do corrective exercises. And since many of us struggle to do even basic exercises, it is no surprise that stretching and corrective exercises fall even further down on the priority list. Truly, the best exercises for […]

Many of us live our daily lives running on fumes. If you need to change your schedule routinely, getting sufficient sleep can seem impossible. However, with a few good strategies in place, you can make healthy sleep habits a part of your lifestyle, even if you work shifts. Shift Work and Health Concerns Shift work […]

Don’t miss the chance to meet local artists, designers, and craftspeople this weekend at the Big Plan Holding’s Makers Market. The craft fair and pop-up event has been a huge success since its launch early this year. The market is focused on bringing together local, independent brands to showcase a selection of their best work. […]

The first years after college are tough. From trying to establish your career to keeping up with friends and dating, there’s a lot going on. On top of it all, there’s a global pandemic to grapple with these days! Needless to say, it’s understandable if you’re feeling anxious. However, you don’t want that anxiety to […]

September is recognized as Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month when we in the mental health profession bring attention to depression and dark thoughts, which can help assuage suicidal ideation. Raquel Shultz, LPC-MHSP AS, program director of specialized crisis services for Youth Villages, offers tips on how to look for signs that your teen may be […]

Our screen time usage seems to increase every year—in fact, since the pandemic we’re nothing short of “reliant” on screens. We often own multiple computers and it bewilders us when a TV is absent in a house or if someone doesn’t own a smartphone. In short, screens are everywhere and we’re constantly looking at them. […]

USCC members from the State of Tennessee have affiliated with the US Composting Council as an official state chapter to promote the compost manufacturing industry under the umbrella of the USCC, it was announced today. The Tennessee Composting Council (TNCC) has been organized by a group of USCC members working in both the private and […]

A brand new hydration pack brand aimed to smooth out the way you move with your fluids was created out of an apartment in Nashville, TN. Traditionally speaking, moving around with hydration packs feels uncomfortable and awkward. Most packs on the market either slap, bounce, or rub around during exercise – especially on trails, hills, […]

While many of us can definitely remember the times of cubicles, the modern American office is changing. Many of us know the stereotype of the new hip startup with open floor plans, ping-pong tables, and soda fountains or ice cream machines. While these new additions to our workspaces can definitely improve the quality and experience […]

The last few weeks are starting to feel like a repeat of 2020 with COVID-19 cases on the rise yet again as our kids return to school. You and your child are likely anxious about what the return to the classroom will look like this fall. Here are four tips on how to talk to […]

August is National Wellness Month, and as we’re turning the corner on the Covid-19 crisis, having a wellness mindset is more important than ever. The Covid-19 pandemic did many things, one of which was to highlight the importance of overall good health—and how most Americans are simply missing the mark. The Centers for Disease Control […]

Elizabeth Mooney is the Founder of Music City’s first line-dancing workout, Country Fusion Since the age of two, I’ve been a dancer and grew up visiting a dude ranch in upstate New York every year with my family. Throughout my life, I’ve had the privilege of being a professional dancer and choreographer and an Off-Broadway […]