If hiking is a fitness goal for the New Year, you may want to consider using trekking poles. Trekking poles look like ski poles and are standard equipment among hikers. They’re a great way to provide stability and support on all types of terrain when they are fitted and used properly. When selecting trekking poles, hikers have a variety of options. Two poles can be used in tandem for stability, or one pole can be used for flatter terrains. Whether using one or two poles, however, a hiker … [Read more...] about Trekking to Good Health
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Understanding the Difference Between Champaign and Sparkling Wines
In light of the recent holiday season, when thousands of corks loudly popped from their bottles in celebration of a brand new year, I thought I would take this month to write about my favorite type of wine, the bubbly kind! Sparkling wines are the most misunderstood, generally lumped into one category: Champagne. So, I’m here to set the record straight about our favorite celebratory imbibements. Let’s start at the beginning, with the most well-known and coveted of all sparkling wines, … [Read more...] about Understanding the Difference Between Champaign and Sparkling Wines
Making Self-Care a Priority in the New Year
The New Year brings a new start and a new opportunity to create a happier, healthier you. For most people, January means a new start with a fresh slate to change something or to improve some area of your life. So, here are my thoughts on a resolution to your good health: What is Your New Year’s Resolution? Year after year, you resolve to exercise more. Conquer clutter. Save money. And while these aren’t bad resolutions, there’s an even better one you could be making: Self-indulge and take … [Read more...] about Making Self-Care a Priority in the New Year
Surviving, Thriving in Cold Weather with Chronic Pain
Have you ever wondered why as soon as the temperature outside begins to drop, your body begins to ache more? As the colder weather settles in, it also moves into our bones and joints. For people suffering from arthritis and other inflammatory conditions, cold weather and lower barometric pressure mean increase in pain, stiffness of joints and a constant feeling of cold. This happens because the inflammation in our joints (hips, knees, hands, feet, elbows and shoulders) can swell, and the … [Read more...] about Surviving, Thriving in Cold Weather with Chronic Pain
Acknowledging Prescott’s Inspiring Business Climate
First, let me wish everyone a happy, healthy New Year. As I begin my first term as mayor, I am energized by the business climate in our city. For the past year, the city has been actively working to recruit high-technology companies and to create a business incubator for these types of firms. During this process, we have encountered many businesses that are already here in Prescott, doing some inspiring work. I would like to give you a very brief introduction to a few of these … [Read more...] about Acknowledging Prescott’s Inspiring Business Climate
Personal Wellness, Balance Might Be Easier Than You Think
“People often say that motivation doesn’t last. Well, neither does bathing, that’s why we recommend it daily.” ~ Zig Ziglar To achieve and maintain personal wellness, we need more than motivation. Wellness requires a daily “personal” commitment. Wellness is much more than physical health, exercise and nutrition. It is the integration of everything in our lives that makes us who we are. To be fully well, we must have balance in all areas of our life – social, emotional, spiritual, … [Read more...] about Personal Wellness, Balance Might Be Easier Than You Think
Experiencing the Seedy Side of Watters Garden Center
The 2018 organic seed has arrived at Watters Garden Center. Each packet is stamped with an official non-GMO seal, ensuring that these seeds have not been genetically modified. Make sure to verify a seed’s freshness date, organic status and whether it is genetically modified before you buy your seeds for this spring. If you buy your seed online, there are some cautions that are important to have in mind before hitting the “Buy it Now” button. Make sure to check for seed freshness. Seed should … [Read more...] about Experiencing the Seedy Side of Watters Garden Center
Financial Considerations in Divorce
So, you’ve just been served with divorce papers. What now? Following the initial shock of being served, panic and a feeling of being overwhelmed often seems to hit next. If minor children are involved, the biggest fear often revolves around custody and parenting plans. At the same time, financial concerns such as who is going to live in the house and pay the bills become a reality, because in most cases, one party to the divorce moves out and the other stays, at least temporarily. If both … [Read more...] about Financial Considerations in Divorce
How to Simplify, Clean Up Your Life in 2018
Ready for the New Year? Feeling overwhelmed with your current day-to-day tasks? Feeling guilty about what you don’t accomplish? Afraid to make those New Year resolutions because there is just not enough time? Everyone feels these types of feelings at some time or another or in some cases...always. In an effort to simplify the day-to-day, here are some suggestions to consider: Evaluate How You Spend Your Time Make a list. Put the priorities on top. List the things that can be done by … [Read more...] about How to Simplify, Clean Up Your Life in 2018
Marking a New Beginning Today
NAU had many reasons to celebrate in 2017. Our outstanding faculty and staff and our strong degree programs placed us in the top 2.9 percent of degree-granting higher education institutions in the world, according to rankings from the Center for World University Rankings. Our team’s dedication earned our university a higher education civic engagement award from the Washington Center, and the American Association of State Colleges and Universities named NAU as a leader in excellence and … [Read more...] about Marking a New Beginning Today