Wellness

Far Infrared Sauna

What Is a Full-Spectrum Far Infrared Sauna—and What Does It Do?

December 19, 2025

What Is a Full-Spectrum Far Infrared Sauna—and What Does It Do? If you’re new to saunas, the phrase full-spectrum far infrared sauna can sound intimidating. The good news? It’s actually …

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mild cold plunging

My Journey with Mild Cold Plunging For Improved Health

December 19, 2025

My first cold therapy experience was a three-minute icebox plunge just above freezing. It was brutal, leaving my body aching for days. I quickly concluded cold therapy wasn’t for me. …

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7 Wellness Strategies for Aging Gracefully

December 4, 2025

Aging gracefully is a multi-faceted journey that encompasses physical health, mental well-being and social engagement. For those aged 50 and over, adopting certain wellness practices can significantly enhance quality of …

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Healing through Yoga Therapy

Joann’s Healing Journey With Therapeutic Yoga

September 22, 2025

I recently sat down with Joann, a long-time yoga student (13 years), to discuss her journey of healing through yoga. We met back in 2012 in my group classes at …

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5 Ways Yoga Heals

Here Are 5 Ways Yoga Healed Me

November 16, 2024

I was awakened in the early spring of 2009 by a sharp pain in my right breast. As I shifted around trying to relieve the pain, I had a piercing thought seemingly out of nowhere: “could this be breast cancer”?

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Peptides Explained

Peptides Uncovered: What They Are, How to Use Them, and the Top 10 for Health!

November 14, 2024

Peptides Uncovered: Your Guide to What They Are, How to Use Them, and the Top 10 for Health!   If you’ve ever heard the term “peptides” and wondered if they …

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An Open Letter To a New Yoga Student

An Open Letter to a New Yoga Student

October 26, 2024

An Open Letter to a New Yoga Student A student in my class had never done yoga before. He arrived late, and the only space available was in the middle …

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chronic disease

Can a health and wellness coach help improve the health of someone with a chronic illness?

October 26, 2024

Ask a Health Coach with Hope Knosher: Can You Help with a Chronic Illness? A health and wellness coach can play a significant role in helping improve the health of …

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Whole Body Vibration

The Benefits of Whole Body Vibration

September 15, 2024

The Benefits of Whole Body Vibration: What Science Says About This Fitness Tool If you’re looking for a versatile and effective tool to enhance your fitness routine, using a vibration …

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I have tried to lose weight many times before, only to lose weight and then gain it all back—plus more. What am I doing wrong? I understand your frustration, and it’s great that you’re seeking guidance to make a lasting change in your weight and overall health. Achieving long-term weight loss success involves more than just diet and exercise; it’s about making sustainable lifestyle changes. Here are some steps to help you start a plan that will “stick” this time.

Ask a Health Coach: How can I lose weight so that it “sticks”?

August 22, 2024

I have tried to lose weight many times before, only to lose weight and then gain it all back—plus more. What am I doing wrong?  I understand your frustration, and …

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How To Choose a Health and Wellness Coach

How To Choose a Health and Wellness Coach

August 22, 2024

Although many people have specific health issues to address, such as smoking cessation or weight loss, one doesn’t need to have a particular health concern to benefit from health coaching. …

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health and wellness coach

What is Health and Wellness Coaching?

August 22, 2024

Most Americans are aware that they should implement healthy habits. The difficulty, however, is not that they lack knowledge or don’t know what to do; the difficulty is that they …

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Vagus Nerve Exercises

Restore A Sense of Wellbeing With These 5 Vagus Nerve Exercises

April 8, 2024

In a previous article, I wrote about understanding stress and the vagus nerve. In this journal post, I will share simple vagus nerve exercises that help restore the ventral vagal state …

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Phosphatidylcholine and Glutathione

The Synergy of Phosphatidylcholine and Glutathione : A Powerful Duo for Detoxification and Cellular Health

March 23, 2024

In the quest for optimal health and well-being, many individuals are exploring alternative therapies to support detoxification and overall cellular health. Two promising options that have gained significant attention in …

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How Does Health & Wellness Coaching Work

How Does Health & Wellness Coaching Work?

March 19, 2024

A coach will help you define your vision for wellness and then use that vision to co-create a completely personalized action plan based on your goals and aligned with your values. Your personalized program will prioritize your health and wellness, enhance your well-being, and move you toward where you want to be.

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6 Activities to Balance Nervous System

6 Activities To Balance Your Nervous System

February 5, 2024

Six Activities To Balance Your Nervous System Safe to say, we have all been under stress lately. Change is hard, and there has been a lot going around in every …

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HIIT

Everything You Need To Know About HIIT

January 18, 2024

The popularity of HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) is rising for a good reason. It provides numerous benefits in a short period. HIIT training matches the benefits of more prolonged …

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How to Create Lasting Change

5 Ways to Enact Lasting Change

January 8, 2024

Many recommit to their health and wellness goals as the new year begins.  But how will this year be different?   Creating lasting change requires thoughtful planning, commitment, and the implementation …

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Benefits of Senolytics

Unlocking the Secrets of Aging: The Benefits of Senolytics

January 1, 2024

Aging is an inevitable part of life, but what if there were a way to optimize the aging process? While we can’t stop the passage of time, recent advancements in …

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8 Stress Response Signals You Should Know

November 21, 2022

Once upon a time, humans needed the energy generated by stress to survive. We were hunting, farming, or fighting the elements. The body’s stress response would switch to “on” and provide a spike of “fight or flight” cortisol and adrenaline to complete the task at hand.

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