Nutrition for Changes and Aging
By: Michael Raynor, MS, RD, LDN As both men and women reach their 40s and beyond, they’re faced with changes thatmay require them to adjust their nutrition and fueling to ensure they’re best supporting theirhealth as well as any performance goals they may have. This can be difficult for many men andwomen because their nutrition […]
The Basics of Macros & Portions
You may have heard of the macronutrients (or “macros” for short). Even if you don’t know whatthey are, you’ve likely seen them listed on the Nutrition Facts panel of all the packaged foodsyou buy–carbohydrates, protein, and fat. These macronutrients are the larger components offood and make up all the calories (also known as energy) that […]
What’s the Deal With Superfoods
By Michael Raynor, MS, RD, LDN If you follow food news or just look at new products in the grocery store, you’ve probably heard of various “superfoods” and the wide array of associated claims made about them. So, what’s the deal with these foods? Are they really “superior”? If so, what makes them super? Superfoods […]
Importance of Evaluating Youth Athletes Prior to Training
There are many considerations when working with developing youth athletes. All kids develop at different rates and have varying amounts of experience. Because of this, there is not a one-size-fits-all exercise program for all youth athletes. These children and adolescents require a detailed evaluation. During our evaluation, we will measure your athletes: Physical maturational age […]
Youth Athlete Development
Youth AthletePerformance Development ProgramBy Dr. Chris Bruscato in partnership with Empower Fitness Empower is thrilled to be partnering with Dr. Chris Bruscato PT, DPT, LAT, ATC, XPS to bring this NEW and exciting program to the Empower community. Chris is a physical therapist, athletic trainer, and performance coach with a special interest in sports medicine, performance, […]
Mindfulness as an Informal Practice
By RJ Lisander In the interest of full disclosure, I get paid to guide people through wellness and mindfulness practices such as mindfulness meditation, guided meditation, and therapeutic yoga. In these meetings, I encourage daily practice to promote the most long-term benefits of the practices. And, I as I offer this encouragement, I also know […]
Staying on Track During the Holidays
By Michael Raynor, MS, RD, LDN For people with health and fitness goals, the time of year (with a string of holidays in a row) can feel like a minefield of temptation and events pulling us off track. The great news is, it doesn’t have to be a stressful time of year that derails you […]
BUSY, BUSY – Take Control of your Time
Do you ever feel like life is not only busy, but too busy? Lately I have been running at a frenetic pace, which has left me feeling exhausted and stressed. Almost to where I am longing for the Safer-At-Home Covid days . . . (almost). However, I woke up this morning determined to take a […]
Yoga Inspires
True yoga is not about the shape of your body, but the shape of your life. Yoga is not to be performed; yoga is to be lived. Yoga doesn’t care about what you have been; yoga cares about the person you are becoming. Yoga is designed for a vast and profound purpose, and for it […]
Managing Hunger & Appetite
By Michael Raynor, MS, RD, LDN Maybe you’re a seasoned athlete, have been working out consistently for years, or maybe you’re new to working out consistently. Regardless of which camp you fall in, working out consistently and more frequently can lead to an increased appetite or feeling hungrier because of the additional calories you’re burning, […]