Short- vs. Long-Term Memory: How Does Memory Work?
Remembering where you parked the car is different from remembering how to tie a shoe — but why?
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Sleep Myths Explained
Sleep matters — this much we know. Here are the facts about why sleep matters and the truth behind some common sleep myths.
What to Know When Hiring a Personal Trainer
One way to add a layer of fitness accountability is to work with a personal trainer. Here are the steps you should take to ensure you get the most out of this fitness partnership.
Nikki’s story: post-pregnancy exercise is full of struggle and success
When Nikki was pregnant, friends told her she’d lose a lot of the baby weight once the baby was born, but it wasn’t that easy for her — and it isn’t for many women. This is her story.
What to Expect When You Start Lifting Weights
Regular strength training changes your body, especially when it is part of an overall fitness routine. Here’s what to expect.
What Are NORCs? A Guide to Naturally Occurring Retirement Communities
Where will you live when you’re 80? For a lot of retirees, the answer to that question is NORCs. What they are and what they do.
Stress & the Human Brain: Facts & Fixes
Stress literally changes who we are. That’s why it’s key to understand how to bring calm into our lives, anticipate stressful triggers and, when possible, avoid them.
7 Things Every Woman Should Know About Breast Cancer
Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in Tennessee. Dr. Phillip Burns offers 7 things women should know about breast cancer.
Workplace Wellness: 5 Ways to Gamify Office Health
Employees spend a lot of time on the job, so Tennessee companies are encouraging healthy behavior through wellness challenges. Here are 5 tips for doing them right.
How to Know if You Need a Prostate Screening
Prostate cancer is the third most common cause of cancer-related death in men, but when detected early, its survival rate is nearly 100%. Here are the signs you need a check-up.