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Don’t sleep on insomnia: tips to help you get more sleep
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Don’t sleep on insomnia: tips to help you get more sleep

by d-mars.com News Provider Have you ever struggled with sleep? Many people know what it feels like to have jet lag when traveling, or to toss and turn at night when they’re anxious and overwhelmed by life. But how do you know if your sleep problems have turned into insomnia? Read on to find out….

5 steps for better health from a registered dietitian
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5 steps for better health from a registered dietitian

by d-mars.com News Provider If you’re looking to put health first, who better to turn to than a registered dietitian? “When you’re figuring out what health or lifestyle changes you want to make, write out the pro’s and con’s of each change,” said Registered Dietitian Kelli McGrane, M.S. (@HealthyToast_RD). “Once you know why you’re choosing…

Getting More Movement Throughout the Day
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Getting More Movement Throughout the Day

by d-mars.com News Provider Working or learning from home? It’s more important than ever to ensure you move throughout the day. Doing so will help keep your mind and body healthy and agile. Here are a few tips to move more throughout the day. Take designated breaks: While your workplace likely afforded you regular opportunities…

6 tips for controlling your high blood pressure
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6 tips for controlling your high blood pressure

By d-mars.com News Provider Did you know high blood pressure (hypertension) is a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and “The Surgeon General’s Call to Action to Control Hypertension,” nearly half of U.S. adults have high blood pressure, yet only 1 in 4…

THE YMCA OF GREATER HOUSTON LAUNCHES HTX+, A TRANSFORMATIVE VIRTUAL PLATFORM
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THE YMCA OF GREATER HOUSTON LAUNCHES HTX+, A TRANSFORMATIVE VIRTUAL PLATFORM

The first-of-its-kind virtual platform is geared to tackle social isolation by providing Houstonians resources to strengthen spirit, mind and body in the comfort of their homes  By d-mars.com News Provider The YMCA of Greater Houston recently announced the launch of HTX+, a new on-demand, one-of-a-kind virtual platform with fitness and wellness courses and resources for…

From amore to l’amour: This Valentine’s Day, discover your language of love
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From amore to l’amour: This Valentine’s Day, discover your language of love

By d-mars.com News Provider No topic gets the heart pumping like love. And despite plenty of advice from experts, not everyone shows affection in the same way. This Valentine’s Day, why not try to communicate with your paramour like you never have before? Instead of saying “I love you,” say “je t’aime” or “ich liebe…

What are postbiotics and why should they be part of your daily routine?
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What are postbiotics and why should they be part of your daily routine?

By d-mars.com News Provider Many of us are looking for ways to be more proactive about our health. One way to accomplish that is by adopting more healthy habits to support our immune systems. “In addition to adequate sleep, exercise, eating a balanced diet and managing stress, it’s also important to support gut health,” says…

5 steps to help stop the rise in deaths from heart attack and stroke
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5 steps to help stop the rise in deaths from heart attack and stroke

By d-mars.com News Provider **Permission granted by ShantaQuilette Carter-Williams.At 42, ShantaQuilette Carter-Williams never saw herself as someone who had a heart problem. She was active, paid attention to what she ate and felt healthy. But one day, while on her usual run, she felt her heart flutter and went to the doctor. Six years later,…

Why heart health awareness is crucial for African Americans
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Why heart health awareness is crucial for African Americans

By d-mars.com News Provider When former NBA player Caron Butler was in the league, exercise wasn’t something he needed to worry about during his 14-year professional career. These days, in his new role as an assistant coach at Miami Heat, he’s learned to be more mindful about incorporating physical activity into his daily routine to…

How to Reduce Your Recovery Time After a Tough Workout
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How to Reduce Your Recovery Time After a Tough Workout

By d-mars.com News Provider More Americans are investing their time and energy in the pursuit of fitness these days, with the percentage of people belonging to gyms and health clubs nearly doubling from 2000-2017, according to Statista. Beyond casual workouts, participation in extreme sports and endurance events has grown exponentially in the past 25 years….

Pain Doesn’t Discriminate: Study Finds Young People Experience Pain as Frequently as Older People
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Pain Doesn’t Discriminate: Study Finds Young People Experience Pain as Frequently as Older People

By d-mars.com News Provider A sore back. That stiff joint. Another headache. With so much time being spent at home, you’re probably noticing more of your daily aches and pains. Many people tend to envision pain only impacting older people, and while everyone’s pain is unique, you might be surprised to learn that pain impacts…

Chris Hollins, Harris County Clerk: Helping To Ensure a Safe & Fair Voting Process – October, 2020

Chris Hollins, Harris County Clerk: Helping To Ensure a Safe & Fair Voting Process – October, 2020

By d-mars.com News Provider Every election is imperative for voter participation.  But especially during this time where our country is facing challenges of injustices, rising racial divide, and the unforeseen and unprecedented economic and health effects of COVID-19, no American can afford to be indifferent in exercising their right to vote this November.  In addition…

Chris Hollins, Harris County Clerk: Helping To Ensure A Safe & Fair Voting Process

Chris Hollins, Harris County Clerk: Helping To Ensure A Safe & Fair Voting Process

Leading With Integrity for Your VOTE To Count Every election is imperative for voter participation. But especially during this time where our country is facing challenges of injustices, rising racial divide, and the unforeseen and unprecedented economic and health effects of COVID-19, no American can afford to be indifferent in exercising their right to vote…

Being a Great Leader Means Serving, Learning, and Being Self-Reflective
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Being a Great Leader Means Serving, Learning, and Being Self-Reflective

By: Reggie Collier There are obvious character traits that successful leaders should possess. We know that leaders should be hard-working and tenacious, that they should be self-motivated and have good problem-solving skills, and that they should be confident and move with integrity. Of course, these character traits helped me build the Reggie C. Fitness community,…

Taking Action: Houston’s Response to the Life and Death of George Floyd – June, 2020

Taking Action: Houston’s Response to the Life and Death of George Floyd – June, 2020

A Special Message from our President and CEO On May 25, 2020, George Floyd was murdered after being pinned on the ground under the knee of a Minneapolis police officer for 8 minutes and 46 seconds. His last words, “I can’t breathe,” have become an infamous mark throughout the protests that erupted across the world…