Grass is turning green, daffodils are slowly growing out of the soil, and driving ranges are open which can only mean one thing: spring is finally here...although Mother Nature is playing a little April Fool's joke on us currently. As the sun stays out longer, we here in New England get the itch to get outside to do some springtime activities. We are just now realizing that we may have been putting our health on hold this winter. Spring is a time for renewal and regrowth so don't beat yourself up if you have been too stationary these past few months. Now is the time to push forward with a newfound vigor.

Much like the sun melting away the snow and bringing up the new flowers, we can begin new healthy routines. Spring forward and start that exercise program you've been putting off, or haven't committed to. Clean up your diet by avoiding the center part of the supermarket and trying to shop around the perimeter of the store where the fresh food is. Carve out some "me" time during the day to relax because it is NOT a selfish thing to do; how else are you going to keep up with all of your family's busy spring schedules if you don't take care of yourself? Continue to receive your spinal adjustments here at the center as part of a wellness regime in order to remain pain free during these renewed activities and treat yourself to a massage or a calming therapy session upstairs at Alternatives 4 Health for stress reduction. Your health is your most valued possession, so make time this spring to clean up your old, less healthy, routines.

Remember, falling down is an accident, however staying down is a choice. Put away the winter boots (in a day or two) and dust off those sneakers. Get out in the sunshine and slowly increase your activity. Take care of yourselves and please ask any of us at the Chiropractic Health Center if you need additional assistance, nutritional supplements or wellness advice. We are here to help you be the best you can be. See you soon and Happy Spring!