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Sensible Exercise

Posted on November 30, 2022November 30, 2022 by Dr. Hal Edghill, D.C.

Sensible exercise would seem to be a straightforward proposition. Acquire the necessary equipment, learn the required mechanics, then practice on an ongoing basis. Liberally sprinkle in competitive events along the way and enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle. If human beings were only ever so practical. Oral Traditions I love mentorship. Whether receiving guidance…

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The Fun of Commanding Your Fitness

Posted on October 31, 2022October 31, 2022 by Dr. Hal Edghill, D.C.

I like to take charge and put fun into my fitness. The positive feedback loop of my fitness choices creating situations that make me feel better about myself are priceless. Careful reflection, committed application, and the humility to change when things don’t go as planned, all come into play. Mindfulness is empowering. While the frustrating…

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The Aging Athlete and How I Came to Embrace the Bonk

Posted on August 28, 2022August 28, 2022 by Dr. Hal Edghill, D.C.

Now including myself in the ranks of what we politely call an aging athlete, I must admit my surprise at becoming so accepting of the once dreaded bonk. To simply run out of gas during exercise can be irritating. Having such a deficit reach the level of a full-on bonk where the body performance falls…

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Living Up to Expectations: Reality Bites

Posted on October 31, 2021October 31, 2021 by Dr. Hal Edghill, D.C.

Reality… what a concept. (Thank you, Mr. Williams.) COVID-19 has afforded us lots of opportunities to examine the reality of our world as seen through many eyes. We live in a diverse world and do not all see the same thing. Conformity to dogma does not produce resilience, only compliant followers. Participating in group-thought that…

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Even More Life Lessons Learned from Cycling

Posted on July 31, 2021July 31, 2021 by Dr. Hal Edghill, D.C.

A few years ago, I wrote about some Life lessons I had learned over the years through my participation in cycling. Bicycling can be just a fun form of recreation for the whole family. If you are so inclined, a cycling lifestyle can also lead you into explorations of physical performance, nutrition and even human…

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