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                                    • 6 Reasons New Year’s Resolutions to Get Healthy Fail — And What Actually Works

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                                      |Date: March 05, 2025
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                                      6 Reasons New Year’s Resolutions to Get Healthy Fail — And What Actually Works

                                      6 Reasons New Year’s Resolutions to Get Healthy Fail — And What Actually Works

                                      Every year, millions of people set resolutions to get healthier. But by February, most have already given ...

                                      Every year, millions of people set resolutions to get healthier. But by February, most have already given up. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. The problem isn’t a lack of willpower—it’s that ...

                                      March 05, 2025
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                                    • 5 Essential Health Metrics You Should Check Every Year (But Probably Aren’t)

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                                      |Date: December 12, 2024
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                                      5 Essential Health Metrics You Should Check Every Year (But Probably Aren’t)

                                      5 Essential Health Metrics You Should Check Every Year (But Probably Aren’t)

                                      When was the last time you checked in on your health? Annual checkups with a primary care provider are es ...

                                      When was the last time you checked in on your health? Annual checkups with a primary care provider are essential for tracking important health basics like blood pressure, cholesterol, and weight – but ...

                                      December 12, 2024
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                                    • The True Measure of Progress: Tracking Body Composition Over Time

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                                      |Date: September 11, 2024
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                                      The True Measure of Progress: Tracking Body Composition Over Time

                                      The True Measure of Progress: Tracking Body Composition Over Time

                                      When it comes to health and fitness, most of us have been conditioned to rely on the bathroom scale for f ...

                                      When it comes to health and fitness, most of us have been conditioned to rely on the bathroom scale for feedback. We step on, see a number, and let it dictate our mood, our self-worth, and even our he ...

                                      September 11, 2024
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                                    • The Power of Strength Training: Boosting Health and Longevity

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                                      |Date: June 10, 2024
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                                      The Power of Strength Training: Boosting Health and Longevity

                                      The Power of Strength Training: Boosting Health and Longevity

                                      Did you know that one of the best ways to ensure we age gracefully and stay healthy is through strength t ...

                                      Did you know that one of the best ways to ensure we age gracefully and stay healthy is through strength training? Strength training, also known as resistance training, involves exercises that improve ...

                                      June 10, 2024
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                                    • Unlocking the Secret to Fighting Heart Disease: Your Heart Rate Holds the Key

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                                      |Date: April 11, 2024
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                                      Unlocking the Secret to Fighting Heart Disease: Your Heart Rate Holds the Key

                                      Unlocking the Secret to Fighting Heart Disease: Your Heart Rate Holds the Key

                                      In the United States, heart disease remains the leading cause of death, posing a significant health chall ...

                                      In the United States, heart disease remains the leading cause of death, posing a significant health challenge. However, there's a powerful tool in the battle against this prevalent condition: understa ...

                                      April 11, 2024
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                                    • Unlock Your Fitness Potential: How Valley’s Lifestyle Medicine Clinic Tailors Exercise for Success

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                                      |Date: March 13, 2024
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                                      Unlock Your Fitness Potential: How Valley’s Lifestyle Medicine Clinic Tailors Exercise for Success

                                      Unlock Your Fitness Potential: How Valley’s Lifestyle Medicine Clinic Tailors Exercise for Success

                                      Have you ever started an exercise plan, but didn't see the results you were hoping for?Do you ever wonder ...

                                      Have you ever started an exercise plan, but didn't see the results you were hoping for?Do you ever wonder how much time you’re supposed to spend exercising? At Valley’s Lifestyle Medicine Clinic, our ...

                                      March 13, 2024
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                                    • A SMART Way to Achieve Your Goals

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                                      |Date: January 17, 2024
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                                      A SMART Way to Achieve Your Goals

                                      A SMART Way to Achieve Your Goals

                                      by Carly Headd, Director of Wellness Programs, Lifestyle Medicine Clinic It’s that time of year again. We ...

                                      by Carly Headd, Director of Wellness Programs, Lifestyle Medicine Clinic It’s that time of year again. We start thinking about where we want to be 12 months from now, envision what we want our health ...

                                      January 17, 2024
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                                    • This Summer, Make Health a Family Focus

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                                      |Date: July 13, 2023
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                                      This Summer, Make Health a Family Focus

                                      This Summer, Make Health a Family Focus

                                      For many families across the country, warm weather means time spent with family – whether it’s backyard c ...

                                      For many families across the country, warm weather means time spent with family – whether it’s backyard cookouts, picnics at the park or family vacations. These events are a time for families to recon ...

                                      July 13, 2023
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                                    • Cool Tips for Hot Temps – Advice from Valley Providers & Staff for Staying Safe and Comfortable in the Summer Heat

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                                      |Date: June 15, 2023
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                                      Cool Tips for Hot Temps – Advice from Valley Providers & Staff for Staying Safe and Comfortable in the Summer Heat

                                      Cool Tips for Hot Temps – Advice from Valley Providers & Staff for Staying Safe and Comfortable in the Summer Heat

                                      Summer in Washington state is a great time to get outdoors and enjoy the beautiful weather. But while the ...

                                      Summer in Washington state is a great time to get outdoors and enjoy the beautiful weather. But while the warmth is a nice break from the chilly, rainy months, it is important to be mindful of keeping ...

                                      June 15, 2023
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