TP Blog

Welcome to our blog, here you will find information on fitness, nutrition, weight training, general healthy and physical therapy. It is our hope you will find the information useful and as always please ask us if you have any questions.

Standing Bird Dog

Standing Bird Dog

In last month's newsletter we promised 6 exercises that can help you maintain a healthy and strong core. People think most "core work" occurs on the floor. We like to mix it up (horizontal and vertical) since when you are lying down on the floor you are not fully...

read more
Asian Salad

Asian Salad

I had never had black rice but I saw this in one of our health & nutrition publications (IDEA) and thought I had to try it.  What a treat!  As many of you know, I am not a cook and while I don't really mind cooking - grocery shopping - UGH!  This recipe however...

read more
A Exercise For A Stronger Core

A Exercise For A Stronger Core

We have all seen countless ads for exercise programs that promise a “flat belly.” Unfortunately, the promise of a flatter abdomen doesn't mean a fit mid-section, which functions to support your spine and promote good posture, among other things. In fact, upon further...

read more

Can Inactivity Kill You?

It’s no secret that inactivity is bad for your health, but it may be worse than previously thought. According to a new study, it’s even more deadly than obesity—twice as deadly, in fact. Researchers at Cambridge University studied more than 334,000 men and women over...

read more
Ginger and Coconut Tofu (or Chicken)

Ginger and Coconut Tofu (or Chicken)

Here is a great recipe that Janet (BeWell Asheville) is teaching to our Healthy Entree's class in this month's healthy cooking series. You can use with tofu or chicken. So give it a try and let us know what you think and if you are interested in participating in our...

read more
One gallon of water a day?

One gallon of water a day?

We all know how important it is to stay hydrated but did you know that the latest recommendation is to drink one gallon of water per day? My first thought when I read this was that’s a lot of water. My second thought - I’m going to be in the bathroom all day long....

read more
Safety Tips for Exercising Outdoors in the Winter

Safety Tips for Exercising Outdoors in the Winter

Dressing in layers, protecting your hands and feet, and paying attention to the forecast can help you stay safe and warm while exercising outdoors in cold weather. Cold weather can discourage even the most motivated exercisers. And if you're not as motivated, it's all...

read more
Helpful Nutrition Apps

Helpful Nutrition Apps

Five fitness and nutrition apps that can help you keep your exercise and nutrition on the right track for the new year. MyFitnessPal helps users track exercise, diet, calories and more. It has a barcode scanner and claims to have the largest food and calorie database...

read more
Charred Corn Salad

Charred Corn Salad

This late summer salad combines sweet August corn (charred on the grill to perfection), bursting ripe tomatoes, and fragrant fresh basil. If you don't have a grill, no problem! Instead, roast your foil-wrapped corn in a 350 degree oven for 20-25 minutes. What You'll...

read more