In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Qi is the vital life force that animates everything, the energy that moves our body, digests our food, and gives us vitality. We often speak of two types of Qi: Pre-Heaven Qi and Post-Heaven Qi. Pre-Heaven Qi  is the essence we inherit from our parents. It is the deep constitutional energy that shapes our core vitality and tendencies. It’s like the savings account we’re born with. Post-Heaven Qi , on the other hand, is the energy we gene

Living with a chronic illness or persistent pain can be profoundly challenging, but adopting a whole-person approach, rooted in the idea that everything is connected, makes it possible to maintain a good quality of life. This philosophy recognizes that managing long-term health conditions requires more than just treating a single symptom; it demands a comprehensive plan addressing the interconnected physical, emotional, and social aspects of health. By treating each part, we

Mindset cue: movement snacks beat motivation Motivation dips when it’s cold or dark out. So rely less on “feel like it” and more on “just do two minutes.” Set a cue: brew your coffee, walk for two minutes. Drop your shoes by the door. Keep a resistance band next to your keys. The friction to start is minimal—and the win is real.

What to Do After a Car Accident: A Simple Step-by-Step Guide: ep 1: Stop, Breathe, and Check for Safety Accidents Happen: Take a deep breath. Stop your vehicle — leaving the scene is a serious offence. Check for injuries — if anyone is hurt, call 911 immediately. Move vehicles (if drivable) out of traffic; if not, turn on hazards and stay safe.

“TRX is all about meeting your body where it’s at,” says Naissa Preston, Personal Trainer and TRX Instructor at 4Points.“You don’t have to be super fit to start — it’s adjustable, safe, and incredibly effective for building total-body strength.”

Why You Might Not Feel It Right Away Immediately after an accident, adrenaline and stress hormones flood the body. They help you stay alert and focused — but they also mask pain. Once those chemicals start to settle (usually over the next 24–72 hours), stiffness, soreness, and even headaches can start to show up. This delay is completely normal and part of how your nervous system and immune system respond to injury.

Everyone should get checked by a health professional. Even if injuries seem minor, symptoms like headaches, neck pain, or stiffness often appear later.➡ Tip: Did you know you don't need to see a doctor to have your first assessment? It can sometimes be challenging to see a doctor quickly. In Alberta, you can also see a chiropractor or physiotherapist for your initial assessment — no doctor’s referral required.

In addition to needling, acupuncture often incorporates a range of complementary techniques, including cupping, gua sha (scraping therapy), auricular therapy, electro-acupuncture, acupressure and moxibustion. These modalities enhance and tailor the treatment to meet each individual’s unique needs, providing a holistic and integrated approach to healing.

When most people think about exercise, they picture muscles getting stronger, calories being burned, or lungs working harder. But there’s something happening deep inside your body that often gets overlooked—your muscles are actually talking to the rest of your body.