I Told My Wife, “If I Ever Decide to Run 100 Miles, Please Stop Me.”
Week 6 of training for the Lake Sonoma 100. I am a chiropractor in Chelan, Washington, and this is the honest version of what a 100 mile ultramarathon is doing to me before I have even reached the start line. I was laying in the passenger seat with my feet propped up. I could barely […]
Sunlight Benefits for Athletes | Reduce Pain & Boost Recovery
Benefits of Sunlight for Health, Energy, and Pain Relief | Chiropractor Guide Most people think the sun is something to avoid. I think that’s backwards. The sun isn’t the enemy… it’s one of the most powerful health tools you have. And if you’re dealing with low energy, chronic pain, poor sleep, or burnout, there’s a […]
The Athlete’s Edge: The One Thing That Helps Me Train Harder, Recover Faster, and Stay Injury-Free
If you’re an athlete, you know the game: train hard, push limits, rest just enough to go do it again. But here’s the truth no one really talks about—your body can only take so much stress before it starts to break down.Not just your muscles. Not just your joints. Your entire system. And if you’re […]
Honoring Our Heroes: A Message to Firefighters in Chelan, Manson, Pateros, Wenatchee & Brewster
Trauma takes a toll—physically, emotionally, spiritually. You don’t have to carry it alone. When the smoke clears and the flames are out, our firefighters are often left with more than soot-covered gear. They carry images, traumatic moments that linger long after the sirens fade. Recently, I’ve had conversations with several firefighters in the Chelan Valley, […]
Why This Ultramarathon Runner is Terrified of a Triathlon (And Why You Should Care)
What Scares Me the Most (And How I’m Overcoming It) I’ve run multiple ultramarathons—50+ mile races that test every ounce of physical and mental grit. I’ve endured long nights on the trails, fought through pain, and crossed finish lines I once thought were impossible. But here’s the truth… An Olympic Triathlon scares me. It’s […]
Most People Ignore These 6 Things… and That’s Why They’re Still Tired
Feeling Broken? I Was Too. If you’re reading this and feeling like your body is fighting against you—whether it’s chronic pain, stubborn weight, anxiety, or pure exhaustion—I see you. I’ve been there too. And I know how discouraging it is to feel like you’re doing everything “right” but still waking up tired, inflamed, and off. […]
Still Tired and Gaining Weight? You Might Be Missing This Hidden Hormone Fix
A Deep-Dive Into Epi-Paleo Rx by Dr. Jack Kruse (and What It Means for You) If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything “right”—eating clean, working out, taking supplements—but still stuck with stubborn fat, low energy, or sleep that never quite restores you, then I want to share a book that hit me hard: Epi-Paleo […]
This Book Changed How I Think About Cancer A Thought-Provoking Look at Cancer and the New Biology of Water by Dr. Thomas Cowan
⚠️ Disclaimer: This blog is not medical advice. Always talk with your doctor before beginning or changing any medical treatment, especially related to cancer or chronic illness. The information below is for educational purposes only and is meant to inspire deeper learning and conversation. As a chiropractor who works with runners, nutrition clients, and everyday […]
Why Your Jaw Might Be the Real Reason for Your Headaches, Neck Pain, and Fatigue (And Why Most Docs Completely Miss It)
Let me guess… You’ve got that annoying tightness in your jaw.Maybe your head pounds behind your eyes by 3 p.m.Your neck feels like it’s been in a car accident after every Zoom call.And let’s not even talk about the “click-pop-snap” soundtrack every time you yawn. Most people brush it off.“You’re just stressed.”“Try a mouthguard.”“Maybe you […]
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This Book Fixed the Missing Link in My Health (and My Patients’)
If you’re like most of my patients — you’re driven, disciplined, and probably a little frustrated. You eat clean. You work out. You try to get enough sleep. And yet… something’s still off. You wake up tired, your joints feel stiff, the scale doesn’t budge, and your afternoon energy crashes harder than your college roommate […]