Tensegrity can be thought of as an aggregate of compressive and tensile forces, which induce stability (Levin, 2002). Tensegrity not only exists at the cellular level; research has supported a link of the cell to the extracellular matrix, thereby affecting the behavior of other cells it is connected with. Moreover, observations have also suggested a […]
Read MoreInflammation is a natural immune response to neutralize and clear foreign bodies and damaged cells in the body (Ilich, Kelly, Kim, & Spicer, 2014). However, prolonged states of inflammation, as seen by the frequent overconsumption of foods (i.e., refined sugars, processed foods, grain fed meats) rich in omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids (a pro-inflammatory fatty acid) […]
Read MoreMy client Richard Hynes. The Firefighter Combat Challenge was in Atlantic City, NJ. He placed first overall in the tandem event, third overall in the relay and fourth overall for the weekend. Next event is in Moncton in August. Ps. I’m not short, he is just really friggin tall. Well okay yes I am short. […]
Read MoreBig day In Republic Jiu Jitsu! I was awarded my blue belt. The work is JUST beginning
Read MoreI remember years ago reading a book about weight loss that Oprah had co-written. In the book Oprah related a story about winning her first Emmy award, but instead of enjoying the accolade, she was worried about being overweight. Her partner, Stedman, told her that by being so overweight that she was not living up to her […]
Read MoreHello All! Wagnney Fabiano (Black Belt- Brazilian Jiu Jitsu) was in Saint John’s for the weekend providing instruction to our club (Rebpulic Jiu Jitsu). It was incredible watching a master at his work. Check out Republic Jiu Jitsu here in Saint John’s if you are looking for a fun, informative, and challenging environment to learn […]
Read MoreEver hit the biking trails with a flat tire? Perhaps you pushed onwards anyways. So what right? You are almost home. In the midst of your trek, you noticed that the flat tire spread its problems around the bike just a little more than you expected: The spokes sustained more than normal wear, and the […]
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