You don’t need a cape to change your health story You may have already heard the news… Batman was spotted at our Salem Walmart. Yes. I’m serious. The real, live Batman apparently needed to make a quick grocery run because his mom needed some Greek yogurt for a smoothie recipe. Unfortunately, the smoothie didn’t turn out very well. But Batman? Batman was a hit. Now, this particular Batman may have been a little shorter than you would expect. And his secret identity wasn’t Bruce Wayne. It was...

Squirrels, Princesses, and Bigger Arms I’ve been thinking a lot lately about rest and recovery. And I’m realizing there’s a difference between doing nothing and actually recovering. Sometimes we think rest means sitting on the couch, scrolling through our phones, and watching three hours disappear. Sure, you weren’t working—but did you actually feel better afterward? Maybe a better way to gauge recovery is simple: Do I feel better after doing this? For some people, recovery might be...

Vacations may refresh you, but true recovery begins every day with sleep, restoration, and a healthy nervous system. As I sit here reflecting on our trip to Great Wolf Lodge, I'm reminded of something we all need a little more of: recovery. Trips and vacations are incredibly important for a family, but parents know there's a distinct difference between the two. A trip is when you take your kids with you. A vacation is when it's just you and your spouse. When you have young children, a trip is...