Top five reasons why flip flops are NOT shoes

1. They provide no shock absorption
2. They provide no arch support
3. They provide no lateral stability
4. They provide no motion control
5. They change how you walk.

Walking in flip flops can cause low back pain, ankle pain, and hip pain. Remember the song we all learned in preschool?  Read more

In Chinese medicine, there is a cycle of seasons.  Winter is the time of water, Spring is wood, Summer is fire, and Fall is metal.  When you move between the seasons, there are periods of transition called Earth. During these Earth transitions, your body is more susceptible to disharmony.  This disharmony manifests in many ways, such as allergies, body pain, headaches, moodiness, and neurological issues.

There are some practices that can help you adjust to these changes. First, keep the body (particularly the neck) covered in the presence of wind.  Second, keep the muscles pliable with regular stretching and exercise. Third, proper nutrition will help with the transition. Read more