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(ALMOST) ANY DOG CAN BE A BACKCOUNTRY ADVENTURER

READY. SET. GO!

Here are some quick tips to get started.

DOES YOUR DOG HAVE THE RIGHT SKILLS AND TRAINING?

Practice makes perfect. Start slow. Choose a flat, mellow hiking trail. Be prepared for distractions while on trail, such as cool smells, wild animals, and other outdoor enthusiasts …

Embrace Your Fear and THRIVE!

Are you ready to turn your fear into your superpower? Let’s DIVE into how embracing discomfort can lead to amazing growth and resilience!

Fear: Your Secret Weapon for Personal Growth

Ever notice how your palms get sweaty and your heart races when you’re about to …

Meet Sonja Stilp: Mother of Adventure

Mother, Physician, Athlete: Dr. Sonja Stilp RISES to It All

“I step into nature every day to find wellness and inspiration. I encourage others to do so as well.”

As a single mom to twin boys and a practicing physician, Genesee resident Sonja Stilp, M.D. …

Best BioHacks of 2023 to ROCK Your Wellness

Why wait?!   It is time to ROCK your WELLNESS.

The 2023 BioHack review.. featuring Dr. Stilp’s simple favorites of the year.

 

Reflecting on the past year, we’ve embraced a series of simple, yet effective biohacks that can significantly enhance our health and well-being. From natural …

Want Better Sleep? Go Barefoot in the Dirt

What is the KEY to better rest?

This may be as simple (and FUN) as walking barefoot in the DIRT.

A 2022 study out of Taiwan found that grounding, or having direct contact with the Earth, helps sleep. In the study, people with mild Alzheimer’s tried …

Lift Weights to Delay Death

strength + muscle mass = mortality

Did you know your muscle strength can determine how long (& well) you live?

We all likely know recommended weekly exercise goal to stay healthy: 150 minutes of moderate activity or 75 minutes of vigorous exercise. But an important, often forgotten …

A DOG a Day Keeps the Doctor Away

To be the healthiest, it may be time to add a dog (or another) to your family.

The Health Benefits of Canine Companionship are Numerous!

Neuroscientists can now confirm what many …