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Wills Chiropractic in Rochelle, IL, is proud to offer Power Plate, a revolutionary piece of equipment that promises to elevate your workout experience. But what is a Power Plate and what does it do? Whether you're looking to build strength, enhance muscle recovery, or shake up your fitness routine (figuratively and literally), this vibrating platform can be an absolute game-changer.
When summertime rolls through Rochelle, IL, it’s only natural that you’ll want to go outside and spend some time in the sun. But before you do, it’s important to apply sunscreen. If you wear sunscreen that’s at least 30 SPF—even on overcast days—you can make a daily effort to protect your skin. Pair the benefits of daily sunscreen use with supplements for skin health, and you’ve got a dynamic duo.
Let’s talk about something that often gets pushed to the bottom of the priority list among men: self-care. Taking care of yourself is crucial for everyone, and it’s the furthest thing from selfishness. These four self-care ideas for men, including getting better sleep and making time for exercise, are all easy ways to look after your well-being.
Feeling sluggish and drained of energy as the summer heat rolls in? Now is a great time to explore ways to increase natural energy so that you can take full advantage of the beautiful weather in Rochelle, IL. With the help of natural mood and energy boosters like massage and chiropractic care, you can make this a summer to remember.
Whether you’re a new mother, the mother of a teenager, or even the mother of an adult child, struggling to get a good night’s sleep is not uncommon. When you’re sleep-deprived, it’s hard to be all the mom you can and need to be for your new baby or your curious adolescent. These tips can help moms from all walks get better and more restful sleep.
It’s springtime once again in Rochelle, IL, and that means it’s a perfect time to go outdoors and exercise. The perks of working out in the sunshine are not to be overlooked, and if you know how to do it safely, you’ll reap the benefits in full.
A lack of motivation can be a major roadblock to better fitness, but there are plenty of tricks for getting around it and back on the right track. Setting realistic fitness goals, giving yourself grace when you backslide, getting friends involved, and working with a personal trainer who knows how to motivate you to work out are all approaches worth taking.
You lead a busy life, which has its upsides and downsides. One of the definite downers of balancing work, family, friends, and all the other bits and pieces in between is feeling like you never have enough time for yourself. But you can change all that in 2023. Investing in your health and making time for wellness should be one of your top goals for the new year ahead.
Are you getting plenty of rest but still feeling fatigued from the holidays? All that shopping and stress may not be to blame for your tiredness. You could be suffering from chronic fatigue syndrome, a condition that causes you to feel run down and can last for months. While there’s no cure for chronic fatigue syndrome, there are steps you can take to beat it—and Wills Chiropractic, your go-to wellness clinic in Rochelle, IL, can help.
Whether you’re propping yourself up to get through the crush of the holiday season or preparing for the new year ahead, this is the right time to start taking better care of yourself. Daily self-care supports better emotional health—not to mention your overall well-being—and it can be achieved in a variety of ways that give you purpose and peace of mind.
We love the holidays, but let’s be real for a second: It can be draining trying to keep up all that holly jolly. Between staying on top of things at work, keeping your home in order, and fitting all those gatherings into your schedule, it can add up in a hurry. That’s why now is a great time to learn about how you can have more energy for the weeks ahead. The benefits of natural supplements, acupuncture, and chiropractic care can all make a big difference when you’re trying to find the energy to stay merry and bright.
It’s the time of year when we look back at what we achieved in 2023 and what we can do better in 2024. Creating New Year’s resolutions around starting healthy lifestyle habits or making time to work out is a great way to set yourself up for success. Knowing which resolutions to consider and how to go about making them a reality can ensure that you’re looking back a year from now and seeing progress you’re proud of.
There’s still plenty of time left in the year to break out the clubs, head out to the links, and try your best not to embarrass yourself in front of your friends. A day out on the golf course can be a real joy (even through the frustration), but it becomes much less fun if you’re dealing with an injury. If you follow some steps before, during, and after your game, you’ll be better able to prevent and recover from injuries like golfer’s elbow.
Going back to school can be stressful—even if you’re not the one who has to worry about taking tests. This time of year can be a handful for busy parents and kids alike, so the importance of establishing a solid back-to-school routine can’t be understated. By working to get everyone on a regular sleeping schedule and starting good habits for exercising at home and preparing healthy meals, the whole family will be in a position to ace the year ahead.
A good night’s sleep is the foundation you need to build better health. Catching a full eight hours of Z’s a night will help you feel more rested and give you the energy you need to power through your day. But how do you get better sleep if you’re struggling? A good pre-bedtime routine and natural supplements for sleep can go a long way.
It’s a new year, and that means you’ve got a great excuse to pick up better health habits for the year ahead. Don’t put your health off and find yourself feeling regretful when spring kicks off—take steps today that will put you on the path to feeling great and looking the part, too.
Getting the proper amount of sleep every night is one of the absolute cornerstones of better health and wellness. If you’re still recovering from the hustle and bustle of the holidays, you may be struggling to figure out how to get your sleep schedule back on track. By following a few handy tips for crafting a better bedtime routine, you’ll be sawing logs in no time
Looking to head into fall with a new healthy habit? Focusing on fitness has far-reaching benefits including increased productivity and a better overall quality of life. By following some helpful workout tips, you can start making big lifestyle changes and get on the way to healthy living this autumn.
Maintaining optimal wellness requires staying active. Many doctors, fitness trainers, and even ordinary people who lead healthy lives are passionate about this topic. However, living an active lifestyle can cause injury. Here's how to stay active by receiving regular chiropractic care!
Summer is finally here! Warm days and sunshine get us outside. But how can you get out of the winter funk and start a healthy lifestyle this summer? Try chiropractic adjustments! Learn how chiropractic benefits your health and wellness.
Chiropractic care is usually associated with spinal and joint treatment. We can provide solutions for these things, but they are not the only thing we can do for your body. Our commitment to you includes providing you with knowledge about taking care of your body. For example, what are you doing to maintain a healthy lifestyle this summer? Here are a few simple healthy habits that make taking care of yourself easy.
The time is almost here. The weather has teased us for weeks — hot, cold, hot, cold. Everyone knows spring is coming, and most are already looking forward to it. The onset of spring is a time of fun and renewal. However, if you have not been preparing your body for it, you may find that it is not quite ready for spring when it arrives. During winter, we tend to overeat or avoid movement. No matter what, you still have time to prepare your body. Check out how you can set yourself up for spring health and get moving with chiropractic care.
If you want to share your happiness with someone special, your family, or even just yourself, you must begin by caring for one person — you! So this Valentine's Day, consider taking care of yourself first. Then, try adding these self-care practices to your daily health and wellness routine.
A new year means New Year’s resolutions! For the majority of our patients, those resolutions are often a commitment to a healthy lifestyle for the year to come. Here are our health tips to help you make the most of the year to come.
Winter brings short days, grey skies, and — for some — seasonal affective disorder. Cold weather and little sunlight are common factors associated with seasonal depression. Learn how chiropractic helps with seasonal depression and your mental health.
There is no better exercise than one that is so fun that it does not feel like work. You may not sweat as much as you would in a Spin class, but your favorite fall activities could be burning calories that you were not aware of. Check out these exercise ideas disguised as fun October events.
Tomorrow is Earth Day and as we celebrate our planet, why not take some time to think about how much your health impacts the health of the earth? Here are our tips to help better your health and the planet’s.
LOOKING FOR HABITS It’s natural for our brain to create habits. Any time we take on a new task, it takes extra energy to process doing these habits. The brain does what it can to make and keep habits that we become used to. One important habit that we all naturally have is called Homeostasis. This is basically the balance in our body. As an example, if you go outside without a coat in winter, or wearing a sweater in summer, our body will do everything it can to regulate our temperature and keep us in our habit.
Winter may seem like the season to trade in your runs and hikes for treadmills and hot yoga, but recent trends show an uptick in outdoor exercise. If you are lacing up your sneaks to get outside and enjoy the benefits of running, here are our winter running tips.
Happy New Year! Most of us are very excited that 2020 has come to an end and find ourselves hopeful for the year to come. Like many, you’ve probably set resolutions and goals for the year to come, but have you set them in a way that makes them achievable?
Did you know that more than one in two adults report experiencing musculoskeletal conditions? This includes back pain, joint pack, neck pain, osteoporosis, and arthritis. A healthy musculoskeletal system is important no matter what time of year, but this week is Bone and Joint Health National Action Week, so it’s the perfect time to learn how to keep healthy. Here are our tips.
If you’ve ever experienced an injury from a workout or even just moving the wrong way, you’ve probably wondered if you should plug in the heating pad or pull out the ice back. We often hear people do both, which can further aggravate the injury. Instead of getting stuck being in pain, follow our tips so you know when to use heat or ice therapy.
Summer has officially started and most of us are looking forward to some fun in the sun. When the hot air hits and school is out, it is easy to relax and not take things too seriously. Work? We’ll take vacation. Diets? More like sundaes and snow cones. But the relaxed nature of summer makes it one of the most important times to strive to protect your health and wellness. One way to do this is with chiropractic care. Chiropractic is easy, quick, and comes with a ton of benefits. If you want to improve your health without the hassle, check out these reasons why you should add it to your summer routine.
Taking care of your body requires effort, time, and commitment. In order to see the best results possible, you need to create and stick with a healthy routine. As we practice social distancing, it can be harder than ever to maintain a routine. Here’s why it’s important to stay motivated and keep up with your regular chiropractic and exercise routine.
Spring has officially started! This time of year is usually one of a fresh start, but coronavirus has left many of us feeling stressed and anxious. Chiropractic can not only help your immune system, but it can also help you tackle spring cleaning chores and at this time, it is particularly important to keep a clean home and healthy body. Here’s how chiropractic can spring you into good health.
Daylight Saving Time is tough for many of us – the loss of sleep and trying to adjust to a new time schedule puts a lot of stress on the body. Here are our tips to help you adjust to the time change
Whether you are getting reacquainted with Wills Chiropractic or are entirely new to chiropractic, it’s always good to have an understanding of how chiropractic can benefit your overall health and wellness. Many people still hold the belief that chiropractic is only for treating back pain. While we can certainly help with that, there is so much more that chiropractic can do! Here are just a few of the many ways chiropractic can benefit your healt
Whether you love the cold temperatures and snow days in winter or your longing for the warm sunshine of summer, winter is in full swing. This brings a lot of fun activities like warming up by the fire, drinking hot chocolate, and playing in the snow but it also brings some problems into our lives.
From fragrant roses to aromatic lilacs, flowers not only smell great and add a punch of color to any room, but they may be good for one’s health. How?
Just like nourishing food and pure water, sleep is essential when it comes to your health. Sometimes, however, it can be difficult to shut down and get the rest our bodies need. If reading a book and counting sheep haven’t helped you nod off to dreamland, consider these ways to induce sleep
Whether we’re sitting slumped over our desks, strapping on backpacks that are too heavy or lifting items incorrectly, our backs can take a beating. This February, show your back a little love!Our body wasn’t designed for sitting, even though we do a lot of that these days—whether it’s at work or at home. Having ergonomically designed, quality furniture that respects our bodies is important.
