Discover how Jo Placencio, an Austin-based midlife content creator and Reiki master, integrates health, fitness, and mindfulness in her daily life. In this interview, Jo shares insights into her wellness journey, from her transformative start in fitness at age 15 to her current passion for functional training, meditation, and balanced nutrition. She discusses routines that keep her energized, the importance of community support, and practical tips for anyone pursuing wellness in midlife. Jo’s inspiring journey emphasizes the power of resilience, dedication, and self-love at any age. Whether you’re new to fitness or looking to deepen your wellness practices, Jo’s experience offers valuable guidance and motivation.

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Adventure racing pushes athletes to their physical and mental limits, demanding peak resilience across challenging terrains and multiple disciplines. Recovery is essential for maintaining performance and overall well-being. Dr. Jess dives into the importance of recovery in adventure racing, offering evidence-based strategies like compression, cold plunges, sauna therapy, rest, hydration, and nutrition. By integrating these practices, athletes can enhance their recovery, reduce injury risk, and optimize their performance, ensuring they are prepared for the challenges ahead.

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Recreational sports offer a plethora of benefits, from physical fitness to mental well-being. Whether it’s a friendly game of basketball with friends or a leisurely jog in the park, engaging in recreational sports is a fantastic way to stay active and social. However, amidst the excitement of competition and the drive to improve, one crucial aspect often gets overlooked: recovery.

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Generator Athlete Lab, a health and wellness studio in Austin, offers a recovery method termed The Protocol. This treatment follows a precise formula: 30 minutes in the infrared sauna and 15 minutes in alternating hot and cold tubs, all followed by a compression therapy session. While this strict outline may seem intimidating, this specific offering has been Generator’s number one seller ever since it first opened — and presented the founders, Dr. Jessica Tranchina and Delfin Ward, the naturally viral word-of-mouth marketing every business craves. Now, as The Protocol has become common knowledge among Austinites, AFM caught up with Dr. Jess about all things health, wellness, and business.

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Red light therapy and sun exposure are both forms of light exposure, but they differ significantly in their mechanisms, risks, and therapeutic applications. This article breaks down the key differences and the benefits of red light therapy.

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In this article, we delve into the science behind cold exposure and its positive effects on heart health and the various time recommendations appropriate for a cold plunge or ice bath.

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In the ever-evolving landscape of fitness and athletics, the pursuit of optimal performance has led to a continuous exploration of recovery methods. Over the years, athletes and fitness enthusiasts have experimented with various techniques, from cutting-edge technologies to ancient practices. Surprisingly, the journey to enhance recovery has circled back to the basics, with sauna therapy, ice baths, and compression emerging as timeless pillars of recuperation.

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Cold exposure, also known as cold therapy or cryotherapy, is the practice of exposing the body to low temperatures for a short period of time. Cold exposure can be done in various ways, such as taking cold showers, ice baths, cold plunges, or using cold packs, ice vests, or cryogenic chambers. Cold exposure has been used for centuries by different cultures and traditions for its health and wellness benefits. This article will explore some of the main benefits of cold exposure and how to incorporate it into your daily routine.

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Giving back to yourself is not selfish or indulgent. It is a way of honoring your needs, values, and goals. It is a way of nurturing your well-being, happiness, and resilience. It is a way of showing yourself love, respect, and compassion. When you give back to yourself, you are not taking away from others. In fact, you are enhancing your ability to give to others by replenishing your own resources. Here are some ways you can give back to yourself.

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Red light therapy, also known as low-level laser therapy or photobiomodulation, is a non-invasive treatment that uses red and near-infrared light to stimulate healing and reduce inflammation in the body. This therapy has been gaining popularity in recent years due to its numerous health benefits. In this article, we will explore the benefits of red light therapy and provide scientific references to support these claims.

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There is no adventure or long distance race Jess Kolko has been afraid to conquer. I’m excited to have this opportunity to dive deep into her training regimen, routine, and nutrition strategies before, during, and after her races.

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You need more money; you must dedicate your life to training; you have to be a super athlete — these are incorrect but real beliefs people have about triathlons. I know some of you may be intimidated by them, but here are some common misconceptions about triathlons, so you believe that you can do it, too! 

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