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You have probably heard from other people that you should use heat or ice on injures, but are you getting the correct information that will actually help your body in the proper way...?

Here is a great little read on when the Ice vs Heat. Take a look and see if you have been hearing the right information, or if you need to change things up!

If you are still experiencing pain after you have been icing or heating, give us a call at (425)868-9593 so we can get you back to the pain free lifestyle you deserve.

When Should I Use Heat Or Ice To Treat Pain? Depending on your type of injury, you'll want to treat it with heat or cold therapy. Learn what type can help you heal your injuries faster!

Are you thinking about starting a workout routine, but are falling short of making sure you commit to what is needed to hit your goals...

We have all been there, its tough to start out and how to maintain your focus of reaching your goals.

Here is a great article that helps dial your routine into shape, as well as give you some good advice and tips on keeping your goals realistic while still making it fun and enjoyable. Give it a read and see what you have been missing to help guide yourself to those workouts that you have been dreaming of...

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Are you the person where breakfast is the most important meal of the day? Or are you a person who skips breakfast all together...? Either way, your not alone as many people go without breakfast and others who never skip breakfast.

This is a great read on 15 of the best breakfast recipes that will help your body start the day off on the right foot with being super food breakfast ideas. Give it a read as you never know what could be your go-to breakfast that your body has been craving for...!!

15 Superfood Breakfast Recipes To Start Your Day Right These 15 superfood breakfast recipes include omelets, smoothies and smoothie bowls, parfaits, hashes, and baked bread.

When you are working out, do you ever find yourself trying to figure out a new way to burn that excess weight for your weight loss goal or fitness goal...?

Have you tried just normal pushups with your workouts? If not then this article is for you, give it a read and see how pushups and the potential variations could add a boost to your workouts and weight loss goals!!

If you experience any pain when doing these pushups or variations to the pushups, give us a call at (425)868-9593 so we can get your body back to a pain free workout and get your back on track for you to hit your goals...

The #1 Pushup Workout for Weight Loss A trainer breaks down how to perform his #1 pushup workout for weight loss with five different pushup variations.

When you get sick you don't feel like cooking or doing any thinking about what types of foods that could make you better or worse...!

Here is a quick little article that could help curb those ideas around what to eat to make you get better quicker when your sick. Give it a read and see what you could add to your diet when you feeling under the weather...

9 Foods to Eat When You're Sick — and 3 to Avoid | Livestrong.com Discover the ideal foods for illness and those to avoid when you're not feeling well. Get a comprehensive guide to choosing the right nutrition during sickness.

The office will be closed in observance of Labor Day Monday, Sept. 2nd.

From all of us at Plateau Chiropractic, we hope everyone has a safe and fun Labor Day Weekend.

Are you struggling to find the time to workout when your working longer hours, sitting at your desk, or just don't really want to go to the gym to get that workout in...?

Here are 13 Chair exercises that can change the way you look at working out. Whether your stuck at a desk all day, or just want to change things up from lifting weights. Give this article a chance and see how beneficial and rewarding these chair exercises can be...

If for some reason you experience any pain in your arms, neck, mid back and hips when doing these exercises, give us a call today at (425) 868-9593 so we can get you back to a pain free workout!

Chair Exercises: 13 Best Workouts for Whole Body Chair exercises are a terrific way to workout your whole body. Here's a step-by-step guide to the best 13 chair workouts.

Are you lifting weights in the gym and wondering if you are doing the right moves to get the best strength and workout possible...?

Check this quick article out in regards to bicep workouts. Maybe you need to shift how you are doing things for better results. Give it a read and see for yourself how you can increase your strength and have quality time in the gym for better results!

Stop Doing These Biceps Exercises. Do These Moves Instead. Sometimes, simpler is better. That's especially the case when it comes to building big arms.

Do you struggle at times with what to cook or eat to create more of a healthy eating routine at home...? Sometimes its tough to get it all together with our lives being very busy and hectic and we just rush to the quick and easy meal!

This is an amazing article with 30 Tips that will help you and your family get a better meal at the end of the day. Give it a read and try out some of the tips that the article mentions, as you may actually start eating better and create a better eating routine for yourself and entire family...

30 Tips to Help Your Family Eat Better Try one of these tips each day for a month to help your family take a step-by-step approach to.

Are your working out harder this year and just not seeing the results that you were expecting...? Maybe its your protein intake that is holding you back, and you just don't know where to go from here?

Here is a great read about how to go about increasing your diet to be more rich in proteins, which will help your body work for you and to ultimately get you to that goal that you set out this year! Give it a try and see how your goals in the weight room can become achievements and a success story for yourself...

Hitting A Plateau? Inadequate Protein Intake Could Be The Cause If you're struggling to achieve your fitness goals or are experiencing stalled weight loss or muscle gain, you may not be eating enough protein. But, how much protein do you need to build muscle and avoid a plateau? Experts explain how much you actually need and actionable tips to boost your intake.

Do you have a problem with more inflammation in your body, and are trying to figure out what to do to decrease it overall? The more inflammation you have, potentially the more pain your body is in and it is harder to recover from general aches and pains....

This is a really good article that gives your perspective on an Anti-Inflammatory diet, and how to go about it and why it could be very beneficial for you. You don't have to get on the diet itself to have the benefits, but the information and what to eat could help curb some of that extra inflammation that is going on in your body.

Give it a read and try it for yourself!

Anti-Inflammatory Diet: Diet: How It Works, Benefits, Foods, and More Anti-inflammatory foods may help prevent chronic diseases. Get a complete food list, find beginner tips for following this diet, and more.

With the summer here and the temperatures starting to rise daily, do you know that you need to eat and drink differently when the heat rises...?

If your doing the same habits when its cold outside compared to when its hot outside, this article is for you! Check it out and give a good read over, as it may surprise you that you need to look at drinking and eating differently and how it will help benefit your body in those days of higher temperatures...

How to Eat & Drink Differently During a Heat Wave What you eat and drink in a heat wave matters for hydration, energy, mood, and more. Get dietitian Joanna Gregg's hot weather tips.

Are you stuck doing the same workouts and expecting the results that are just not showing up...? Maybe its time to add some different ideas into your workout routine!

Give this article a read and see for yourself how Pilates can help improve your overall body strength and flexibility, which could give you the advantage you have been looking for in your workouts...!

These Are The Many Benefits of Adding Pilates Into Your Life Pilates, a low-impact exercise method developed by Joseph Pilates, has gained immense popularity in recent years for its numerous benefits. This mind-...

With the Olympics being on this summer, here is a great article that highlights some of the worlds best athletes and what they do to stay healthy and active, so they can be the best they can be every day...

Give it a read and see if your daily habits match what they do, or if you need to look at your habits and change some of them to be healthy. You never know how a small tweak of your daily habits could change how your body works for you!

I Interviewed 10 Olympians & Here Are 5 Healthy Habits They Do Every Day Star athletes, including Katie Ledecky, Sha’Carri Richardson and Coco Gauff, share the healthy habits that will help them succeed at the Olympics.

Are you struggling with tightness and limited mobility in the hips and lower back region? If so your not alone, as a large majority of people have issues with tight hips...

Here are 14 of the Best Stretches for your tight, achy hips for you to start today! Give it a read and see which ones you have not tried, as they may help you get past your tight hips and create more motion in the lower back and hip regions.

The 14 Best Stretches For Releasing Tight, Achy Hips STAT They're a great emotional release, too.

Are you having problems with shoulder pain and are running out of ways or ideas to help with decreasing the pain?

Here is an amazing article that helps explain what could be possible causes for your shoulder pain, as well as some specific exercises that will help strengthen your muscles with giving you more mobility in the shoulders. Give it a try and see for yourself what else you can be doing to help with the pain.

If you are still experiencing pain when doing these exercises, give us a call today (425) 868-9593, so we can get your shoulder back into a pain free zone and back to working out to strengthen your muscles around the shoulder area.

Best Exercises For Shoulder Pain These exercises for shoulder pain can strengthen and relieve your shoulder discomfort, but it's important to understand your injury first.

Lets face it, we are ALL trying to find some types of different and crafty ways to help burn more fat with the summer in full swing...

Here are 21 Fat burning foods that can ultimately increase your metabolism, which helps with weight loss and you feeling better and ready for those summer activities...

21 Fat Burning Foods That Increase Your Metabolism Explore the top 21 fat burning foods that can increase your metabolism to promote weight loss and better wellness overall.

Are you starting to workout and feeling down with so much information out there, it is hard to know where to start!

This is a great read that will help dial in your goals with a fitness routine that you create and works for your lifestyle... Give it a read and see how you can improve your workouts so you can get the success that you are looking for!

Beginner's Guide to Staying Fit: Tips and Tricks Fitness Tips for Beginners: A Comprehensive Guide to Staying in ShapeStarting a fitness routine can be daunting, especially for beginners. With so much information available online and in magazines, it can be hard to know where to start. However, the key to success is to start small and build gradua...

Do you get tired of working out and not getting the results that you are looking for...? If so your not alone out there!

Check out this amazing article about 5 of the best "EMOM" (Every Minute on the Minute) mini workouts. Give it a try and see if you can do all of them, and how you feel afterwards! The results may shock you...

5 Best ‘EMOM’ Workouts To Melt Belly Fat A trainer walks you through how to perform five of his best EMOM workouts to melt belly fat and tone your entire body.

Are you experiencing High Blood Pressure? If so, what are your daily routines that can help decrease your blood pressure....

If you don't have any morning routines, check this article out that gives you 5 things to do every morning that can help lower your blood pressure! These routines can help start your day off right, and help your overall blood pressure decrease...

5 Things to Do Every Morning for Lower Blood Pressure | Livestrong.com Get cardiologist-approved tips to lower your blood pressure in the morning, including skipping caffeine and sugar, eating a balanced breakfast and exercising.

Looking for new ways to increase your strength...? Have you ever thought of doing a kettle bell workout? If not here is your chance to switch things up when working out.

Check out this great article that walks you through the kettle bell workout that will help with stability, coordination, and strength!

If you experience any pain when doing this workout, give us a call at (425) 868-9593, so we can get you back to being pain free to help you continue these workouts!

Kettlebell Sn**ch: How To, Benefits, and Variations The kettlebell sn**ch is a great way to increase strength, coordination, and stability. Here's how to do it!

The Office will be closed from Monday July 22nd – Friday July 26th.

We will Re-open on July 29th.

If you would like to get in for an appointment before then, call us now to schedule your appointment before the schedule fills up.

We hope everyone is having a safe and fun summer!!!

If we don’t see you in the office before, we look forward to seeing you in the office once we open back up on July 29th.

From all of us at Plateau Chiropractic, we hope you have a great rest of your week!!

Are you running out of ideas for a quick workout...? Are you trying to lose that extra weight to hit your goal for the summer...?

Here is an amazing 20 minute bodyweight workout that will help you change your workout routine up, and get you to your weight loss goal. Give it a try and see for yourself the benefits of this 20 minute exercise that doesn't require you to have any weights or go to a gym...!

20-Minute Bodyweight Workout for Weight Loss Scientists recommend you 150 minutes of physical activity per week if you want to lose weight. It’s 20-22 minutes a day. Here simple 20-minute workout which you can do at home without special equipment. This workout routine includes 10 minutes of cardio, 7 minutes of strength training and 3 minute...

Is your goal for this summer is to have stronger and ore toned arms...? Are you finding yourself doing the same old routine and are looking for new ways to brighten your workout routine?

Here is an article that shows you the Top 7 Yoga poses to help increase the strength of your arms and get them toned and ready for summer. Give it a read and see how these yoga poses can help increase your upper body strength.

If you do experience any pain when doing these yoga moves, give us a call today at (425) 868-9593, so we can help get your body back to a pain free workout, so you can get those arms toned and ready for summer!

Top 7 Yoga Poses For Stronger And Toned Arms Aren't well-toned arms super attractive? Stay put and practice yoga, and you’ll soon be able to flaunt those beautifully sculpted arms you have been dreaming about

When you workout, are you more of a cardio person before you lift weights or do you lift weights and then end with cardio...?

Here is a great article to help you decide if your doing it in the correct order, compared to what results you are shooting for. Give it a read and see how you can tweak your workout routine to make sure your body gets the most out of what type of goal you are looking to achieve!

Cardio Before Or After Weights? Here's How To Decide, From The Pros We're all wondering.

Lets face it we all push our bodies beyond the breaking point at times and we feel the pain afterwards. The question is what to do, how to get your body back to a pain free status, and is there anything that can help that maybe you haven't tried yet...?

Cold is a huge factor in helping the body heal. Here is a great article on the benefits of cold water therapy, and how it can help heal your body. It is a great read with 6 great points, which may change the way you look at cold water therapy!

Discover the Healing Power: Exploring the Benefits of Cold Water Therapy Cold water therapy, also known as cold immersion therapy or cold hydrotherapy, is a practice that involves exposing the body to cold water for therape...

Do you ever find yourself trying to figure out a new way to help burn some calories to help with weight loss and increase your exercise?

If high intensity isn’t your thing, here are 29 other ways to burn calories at home and around the house. Give this article a chance and you may be surprised on some of the things that you can do right at home, or other activities that are easy to pick up!

If you experience any pain when doing these activities, give us a ring today at (425) 868-9593, as we can get you pain free and back to working out and burning those calories!

29 Everyday Ways to Burn Calories Discover tips on how to burn 300 calories in 29 different ways, including everyday activities around the house, aerobic exercise routines, sports, and hobbies.

Do you like to eat Avocado's or are you not a fan of them....?

Avocados are an excellent source of fiber and fat, and a good source of vitamin C and potassium. This article outlines what dietitians really think about them, and whether they are truly the perfect food for your waistline.

Give it a read and you may find yourself reaching for an avocado at the store the next time your in the produce isle...

Avocado Guide: Nutrition, Benefits, Side Effects, More What are the health benefits of eating avocados, should you eat them to lose weight (we asked a registered dietitian), and are they a vegetable or a fruit?

Sometimes its really hard to get the right amount of vitamins and minerals in our body every day. One essential nutrient in Vitamin E (which our body doesn't make), so we need to figure out ways to add this into our diet.

Here is a very good article on 15 delicious types of food that have a lot of Vitamin E, which will help your immune system operate better. Check this article out and see if you are consuming some of these 15 types of foods, and if you are not maybe the next time you are at the grocery store pick some of these up as your body will like your for it...

15 Foods High in Vitamin E for Better Heart Health Discover yummy, easy-to-find foods high in vitamin E, a potent antioxidant that supports immunity, reduces inflammation, and protects your cells.

Lets face it we all get "hangry" at times, and this affects our mood which then affects what foods we eat, good or bad...

Here is a great article about Food and Mood, and it will help guide you into making better choices when you get "hangry". Give it a read, you may pick up a couple of great ideas that will make your mood better with the right food you put in your body!

Food and Mood Have you ever felt “hangry” (hungry + angry)? Food and mood affect one another.

With summer on its way, this is a great time to stock up on some seasonal foods that are great for your body with important nutrients your diet needs!

Here are 5 foods that Dieticians are saying to stock up on, so you can take advantage of seasonal fruits are that your body is in need of...

5 Foods to Stock Up On in June, According to Dietitians Nutrition experts reveal the 5 foods to stock up on in June as summer produce fills the shelves. Plus, they recommend a high-protein food that pairs perfectly with fruit.

Do you workout in the morning for your routine and are constantly finding yourself not eating the right foods once your done with your workout...?

Here are 16 of the Best Foods to eat right after your morning run or workout, which will help your body get back the nutrition it needs. Maybe you are eating some of these, and if not it is a great reminder that there are good foods out there that can help your body after a good morning workout!

16 Best Foods To Eat After A Morning Run – Post-Run Recovery Nutrition Post-run foods must be healthy, easy to digest, and have the right combination of nutrients. Here is the list of the 15 best foods to eat after a morning run.

Do you like to workout at home but feel like your doing the same exercises over and over again...? Maybe its time to step things up a bit with your workout!

Here are 33 Step Exercises that you can do right at home and it will give you change up you need to try something different. They all have videos so you can watch each exercise. Give it a chance, you may find out these workouts get great results!

33 Best Step Exercises for Your At Home Workout See my expert approved step exercises for a low-impact way to get your heart rate up, build strength, improve balance and coordination!

Lets face it we all have busy lives, but where can you find the time to balance being physically fit having an exercise routine with also having a busy lifestyle...?

Here is a great article that gives some awesome ideas on how to fit that exercise routine into your daily life with some simple strategies. See for yourself how easy it can be to find the time and balance exercise with your busy schedule.

Balancing Exercise and a Busy Lifestyle: Tips and Strategies We all know that exercise is important for our physical and mental health, but it can be difficult to fit it into a busy schedule. Whether you’re a working professional, a full-time parent, or a student, finding the time and energy to exercise can be a challenge. However, with a little bit of plan...

Summer is just around the corner and if getting into shape for that summer weather is what your working towards, are you doing what is needed to help you achieve the look your going for...?

Here are 25 of the Best Ways to help you attain your goals for the upcoming summer. Give this a good read, because you may find some additional ways that can help you get to where you want to be!

25 Best Ways To Lose Weight By Summer Nutrition and wellness experts break down the 25 best ways to lose weight by summer to have some fun in the sun.

Correction - The office will be closed May 24th and May 27th for Memorial Day Weekend

The office will be closed Friday, May 26th and Monday, May 29th in observance of Memorial Day.

Call us today at (425) 868-9593 to schedule an appointment before the schedule fills up!

Wishing you a safe and enjoyable Memorial Day from all of us at Plateau Chiropractic!

Are you trying hard to lose that extra weight, but are still hitting a wall and not achieving your goals...?

Here is a great quick read about 6 Reasons why you're not losing weight and what to do about it to make more progress... Check it out, it could be eye opening and help you break through that barrier to losing the weight and hitting those goals you are working so hard to achieve!

6 Reasons You're Not Losing Weight — and How to Start Making Progress | Livestrong.com Wondering why you're not losing weight, even with diet and exercise changes? Stress, sleep and more could be to blame. Learn how to start making progress here.

Lets face it we ALL try to eat healthy, but sometimes its tough with the fast pace life that is going on all around us. Take a look at this article and see some great Healthy eating habits from around the world.

You never know what you may like, sometimes its great to try something different and a healthy option is always a great choice! Give this article a read and see if something peaks an interest...

10 Surprising, Healthy Eating Habits from Around the World The Mediterranean diet isn’t the only global cuisine worth copying. Here are some healthy eating habits to borrow from countries around the world — and some practices to leave at the border.

Lets face it, we ALL want to have long-term weight loss, but how do we get there and what do you need to do...?

Give these 12 exercises a chance, and add them to your daily routine if they are not apart of them right now. If you get started on these today, then the long-term weight loss will start to happen and you can start to see the results in your overall fitness goals.

12 Best Exercises To Support Long-Term Weight Loss A personal trainer walks you through 12 of his best exercises for long-term weight loss and improved overall fitness.