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Mindfulness Prescriptions; The Mind-to-Muscle Connection (Volume III)

As I continue to pursue the idea of the “mindfulness prescription”, I want to draw some attention to its origin. I’ve always been a strong advocate for the “mind to[…]

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Mindfulness Prescriptions; Unraveling the Connection (Volume II)

Our journey towards bridging the gap between physical and mental health continues this week as we do a deep dive into the body’s systems. Researchers have long been interested in[…]

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Mindfulness Prescriptions; Take a Breath (Volume I)

The connections between physical and mental health are copious, and extend far beyond our current understandings within the field of exercise physiology. However, it should be noted that there is[…]

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Your Resource for Personal Training in Coon Rapids

Success Fitness & Training is on a mission to Normalize Fitness, and this past March, we expanded that mission into the Coon Rapids community! Co-owner, Grace Rasmussen has roots in Coon[…]

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“Empowering Hormonal Balance: Your Guide to Female Hormone Support Supplements”

FEMALE HORMONE “FIX” SUPPORT SUPPLEMENT SHEET Licorice Root (DGL) can regulate androgens by engaging in a symbiotic relationship with CYPI A enzymes, which are pivotal in converting androgens into estrogens. Licorice[…]

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Vitamin D information

Vitamin D is one of the most essential supplements on the market Measurement Unit: In the United States, the most common unit of measurement for vitamin D3 is International Units[…]

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“Balancing the Stress Scale: Understanding Allostatic Load and Taking Control of Your Health”

A brief explanation of Allostatic load is the cumulative wear and tear on the body’s physiological systems due to chronic or repeated stress. It encompasses the various physiological responses that the[…]

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Demystifying Minerals: A Quick Guide to Understanding Their Importance and Overcoming Antinutrient Hurdles

**Below is my attempt to give you this information in a fast-to-read way that hopefully creates further interest.** Minerals are crucial for our well-being as they support the proper functioning[…]

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How can you solve a health-related problems?

What if I told you that the first thing you should do is STEP? You don’t need to walk, although walking might help you think correctly. You’re in better hands[…]

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“Unlocking Hormonal Harmony: Exploring Estrogen Metabolism’s Key Influencers – Liver Health, Methylation, and Dutch Test Insights”

Let’s talk about these areas that all affect estrogen metabolism. 1.) Liver Health 2.) Methylation 3.) Estrogen Metabolism ———————-⬇️ Note that the test is a DUTCH Test from DUTCH. You[…]

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“Balancing Carbohydrates and Hormones: The Crucial Link to Female Ovulation and Cycle Health”

Talking to females specifically… Have you ever been on an extremely low-carb diet with little to no success, or has this caused your menstrual cycle to become imbalanced? You might[…]

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How Functional Health Coaching Is Different Than Healthcare Services

Green, Yellow, And Red Health Illustration When reviewing client cases, I review their Metabolic Stress Questionnaire (MSQ), lab work, and history. Many people come to us in yellow or red[…]

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