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Katie Seavey Pegoraro

Katie Seavey PegoraroMarch 28, 2017 0

Magical Thinking: Not just for kids!

Magical thinking is a typical behavior in which a child believes their thoughts and actions can control outcomes. Take the example of when a pet dies and the young child has to reason with the new concept of loss. The child perceives this loss as something they could have controlled or something they can potentially fix. Examples:

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Elizabeth Bautista

Elizabeth BautistaMarch 24, 2017 0

Con analítica de SAS, DIRECTV ‘enciende’ más televidentes en Colombia

I. Perfil del Cliente DIRECTV es el sistema de televisión satelital líder en el mundo. Inició operaciones en Colombia en el 2006 y año tras año ha crecido su participación en el mercado de televisión por suscripción ofreciendo la mejor experiencia de entretenimiento. En la actualidad se ha consolidado como

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Cathy Greer Mazanec, MPH, RDN, LDN

Cathy Greer Mazanec, MPH, RDN, LDNMarch 22, 2017 0

Cauliflower Rice...Wait, What?

With new health recommendations suggesting 8-10 servings of low carbohydrate vegetables daily, it’s been exciting to see how the creative foodie community is using vegetables in place of high carb starches in recipes. If you haven’t heard, cauliflower rice is the newest kid on the block. The premise behind the

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Chelsea JonesMarch 15, 2017 0

Take It Or Leave It: Common Fitness Myths Debunked

Have you been working your butt off in the gym and not seeing results? Or maybe you’ve tried a new exercise you found on YouTube and ended up injured, even though you did it “just like that guy” did? Chances are you have fallen for some of the mainstream health

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Radhika KulkarniMarch 8, 2017 0

Women in analytics - a personal perspective

I am often asked to describe my career as a woman in analytics and provide some insights to guide women who wish to be part of this field and to succeed as leaders in the profession. I have divided my comments on women in analytics into sections, starting from the beginning,

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Ashley Bailey, MS, RDN, LDN, IFNCPMarch 8, 2017 0

The Best Thing Since Sliced Bread

Sweet Potato Toast is quite literally one of the best things since sliced bread (and it has SO much more flavor)! This nutrient dense, whole foods, gluten-free, fiber-rich complex carbohydrate can be eaten with breakfast, lunch or dinner or even as a snack. Sweet Potato Toast isn’t bread made from

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Page CvelichMarch 7, 2017 0

Parenting...whose energy and for what purpose?

I was at the park with my three year old granddaughter this past weekend. As I was watching the parents running, fetching, pushing, I was reminded of some advice I received from a very wise woman when I had young children. She said, “If you are expending more energy than

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Celeste CooperMarch 3, 2017 0

Urdhva Mukha Svanasana: March Yoga Pose of the Month

Strengthens arms, wrists, core, spine and thighs. Opens chest and shoulders while improving posture. Upward-Facing Dog Pose (Sanskrit: Urdhva Mukha Svanasana) Begin lying down on mat (face down). Legs are lengthened behind with inner thighs spiraling so all ten toes and top of feet are planted in mat. Place palms

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Rebecca AllenMarch 1, 2017 0

March move of the month - Lunge

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Lisa AllredFebruary 28, 2017 0

Dating and the Single Parent #worklifelove

As a single mom of 10 years, I have vacillated back and forth from “There is no evening that I wouldn’t rather take a bath than go on a date” to “ok, this might be fun.” Mostly, thinking about dating as a single parent just makes me tired. Whether you

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Katie Seavey Pegoraro

Katie Seavey PegoraroFebruary 24, 2017 0

Is Dating Always at the Bottom of Your 'To-Do' List? #worklifelove

Thanks to Laurie Berzack, MSW, this week's guest blogger for the Work/Life Relationship Series! I've been a matchmaker for more than a decade, I've seen and heard it all. Do you really have no time to meet someone or is that merely an excuse? If you DO want to find the love of

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Kelly Gehle, MS, RDN, LDN, IFNCP

Kelly Gehle, MS, RDN, LDN, IFNCPFebruary 22, 2017 0

Coffee: Good or Bad?

Ok, let’s just get this out of the way first. I love coffee! I mean, I LOOOVE coffee! The smell, the taste, the morning ritual, I love it all! Now, having said that, my goal for this blog is to be as unbiased as possible, and to provide the facts

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Katie Seavey Pegoraro

Katie Seavey PegoraroFebruary 17, 2017 0

Romance....With a Toddler? #worklifelove

Thanks to Sara Thatcher, LCSW, for today's Relationship Series guest blog. So you are married with a toddler…Who has time for a spouse? Becoming a parent completely changes the dynamic between spouses. Sleeping in and cuddling with your beloved on weekends is replaced by little voices requesting your undivided attention

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Celeste CooperFebruary 15, 2017 0

The Sound of Silence

The morning sunrises have been exceptionally beautiful this winter. Vibrant colors of fiery pinks and orange give way to bright blue skies and white fluffy clouds. There is something magical about being connected to nature, especially in the early morning before life has awoken. It takes me back to my

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Katie Seavey Pegoraro

Katie Seavey PegoraroFebruary 14, 2017 0

14 Things You Can Do Tonight That Have Nothing To Do With Relationships #worklifelove

If “ugh” is the response that comes to mind when you remember today is Valentine’s Day – this is the post for you! We want you to have a GREAT night tonight. A great night doesn’t have to be filled with over-the-top activities. A great night can consist of doing something

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Lisa AllredFebruary 10, 2017 0

LGBTQ Teen Dating #worklifelove

In our Work/Life Relationship series we are trying to offer something for everyone. I thought a light-hearted blog of funny dating stories from LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning) teens would be a good addition. This year W/L will be doing more educational offerings around parenting LGBTQ kids and

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Kelly Gehle, MS, RDN, LDN, IFNCP

Kelly Gehle, MS, RDN, LDN, IFNCPFebruary 8, 2017 0

What is Nutrigenomics?

Have you ever wondered why your friend lost weight on a specific diet and you lost nothing, even though you did exactly what he or she did, or why your spouse’s cholesterol is better than yours even though you eat the same foods? It’s because we are all different and

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Dana AderholdFebruary 6, 2017 0

What I Learned at a Rap Concert or Utilizing Support Systems in Times of Change

On any inauguration day in our country’s history people probably found themselves in one of three categories: happy & hopeful, disappointed & apprehensive, or apathetic & checked-out. Change is difficult, whether you perceive it as positive or negative. This blog is not to share which category I fall into but

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Amanda PackFebruary 3, 2017 0

Reduce your risk for heart disease by deep breathing + 4 other stress relieving tips

Last night I dropped a check into my son’s school’s American Heart Association Fund Raiser and this morning we kicked off #NationalWearRedDay at the RFC with our annual Wear RED for Heart Health Breakfast Run. What’s the deal with all heart health awareness this month? Heart Disease Not only is it

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Celeste CooperFebruary 1, 2017 0

Chaturanga Dandasana: February Yoga Pose of the Month

Strengthens arms, shoulders, back, core and quadriceps Four-Limbed Staff Pose (Sanskrit: Chaturanga Dandasana) Start on hands and knees and then move into Plank. Wrists are under shoulders and you’re engaging quadriceps and pressing through heels as if you’re stepping on the floor. Core is engaged and drawing in towards spine.

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Rebecca AllenFebruary 1, 2017 0

RFC Move of the Month - ROW

Looking for ways to add some variability to your routine? Try these row options. You can choose one or all as you focus on your back while keeping your core engaged. The row incorporates almost every muscle involved in moving your shoulder and your elbow. It also relies on muscles of

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Katie Seavey Pegoraro

Katie Seavey PegoraroJanuary 26, 2017 0

When Life Contradicts Your Assumptive World

Throughout life we are bound to grieve many things but often may not realize when we are grieving. I am not referring to the grief felt after the death of a loved one. This post is not meant to equate these losses to the experience of the death of a

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Cathy Greer Mazanec, MPH, RDN, LDN

Cathy Greer Mazanec, MPH, RDN, LDNJanuary 25, 2017 0

A New Kitchen Hack for Low Carb Breakfasts

We’ve become a lower carb household in the past few years due to family health history and genetics that strongly encourage it. As a result, our decades-old breakfast of eating cereal with milk went out with the trash leaving the challenge of finding low carb, nutrient-dense options.

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Amanda PackJanuary 18, 2017 0

Cut the excuses; it's time to get moving!

It's the 3rd week of January. Did you set a fitness resolution or a 2017 exercise goal? How are you doing? Usually week 3 is where things start getting real. And by real, I mean real hard. The sparkle of newness wears off, enthusiasm wanes, the gym is crowded, and

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Kim AndreausJanuary 17, 2017 0

Helping Seniors Stay Safely At Home for Longer: Apps for Smart Phones & Tablets

Today's guest blogger is Liisa Ogburn, founder of Aging Advisors NC About one in every seven Americans is over 65 and that number is projected to increase to one in five by 2050. Ninety percent of people over sixty-five want to live out their days at home. However, only sixty

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Ashley Bailey, MS, RDN, LDN, IFNCPJanuary 11, 2017 0

Dinner On Your Doorstep

With the holidays, and all the tempting sweets and treats that come along with it, behind us, now is the perfect time to kick start the New Year with a clean slate. No matter what your goals or resolutions are this year, eating more fresh, whole foods is an excellent

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Celeste CooperJanuary 6, 2017 0

Downward Facing Dog: January Yoga Pose of the Month

Strengthens arms, core and quadriceps; opens shoulders and chest while lengthening hamstrings (great pose for the entire body) Downward Facing Dog Pose (Sanskrit: Adho Mukha Svanasana) Come onto floor on hands and knees. Place knees directly below hips and hands slightly forward of shoulders. Spread palms, middle fingers parallel

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Amanda PackJanuary 6, 2017 0

RFC Move of the Month - Squat

Happy New Year! We're switching things up this year, instead of a workout of the month, we're featuring a move of the month. We'll provide options that require equipment while others can be done anywhere. Refine your technique and try a new variation! Up first - SQUATS

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Celeste CooperJanuary 4, 2017 0

Planting Seeds, Cultivating the New Year

As the New Year has woven its way into our landscape, I think of the days that have vanished into the horizon. I’m reminded of how quickly the seasons pass and how synonymous they are with resolutions. We begin by planting seeds in the cool, moist soil. We tend our

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