My Loss On June 22nd I lost my big brother, Jason Sheppard, and my world changed. I’ve had the opportunity to celebrate his life, and there was so much to celebrate. I spoke about Jason and felt I said everything I wanted to say. Family came from all over bearing much needed embraces and support….
Finding Balance with Regular Exercise
Every time I hike with a medical student we inevitably have the same conversation; the importance of balancing the unavoidable stresses of life with regular exercise. An exercise routine requires your time, energy, and attention; all things in short supply during periods of intense psychological distress like medical school. So what makes it all worth…
Stay Fit, Not Still with Bodyweight Circuit Training
While the Telegraph and Mescal fires in Globe, Arizona are thankfully 65% and 88% contained, hazardous smoke continues to disburse west towards my home in the Phoenix Metro Area. Just a few moments of exposure to this smoke can cause symptoms like scratchy throat, cough, irritated sinuses, headaches, runny nose, and stinging eyes; and more…