Sara Mikulsky

This holiday season will no doubt be a bit different than usual. And we also may be purchasing some different kind of gifts this year as well. For those who have switched to schooling and working from home, adjusting to the change has been challenging, both psychologically and physically. Getting the right desk and home office set up is key to prevent discomfort, pain and injuries down the road. So maybe think about purchasing these items as a gift this year to help keep y

Thanksgiving is upon us and it’s time to start cooking. During this food-centric holiday, it’s hard to keep on track with one's diet and exercise. So, try these healthy recipes to give you a little help in the diet department. As for the exercise, get out for that Turkey Trot Friday morning! Fresh Green Bean Casserole This recipe is play on that good old classic grandma used to make. Ingredients: 1 pound of fresh green beans (ends cut off) 1 cup of almond milk 1 tablespoon mi

Thanksgiving is just around the corner and many of us will be partaking in over eating. So what can you do to prevent that sluggish feeling after over eating that makes us so uncomfortable? Try these 3 simple things to help your body digest that food. Go for a walk: Believe it or not, going for a walk a little while after eating can help our bodies deal with over eating. Walking will help circulate blood flow, burn through glucose (sugar), and start metabolizing fat. The l

We have all heard the horror stories of ski injuries and the knee - especially those that involve the ACL. But there are exercises we can do to potentially prevent ACL injuries. These exercises will help strengthen the muscles that surround the knee, helping to protect the ligaments. Try these 3 exercises: Single Leg Squats: This exercise will focus on working the quadricep muscle and controlling knee motion. To complete this exercise, stand on one foot. While keeping th