Peak Experiences

peak experiences

Peak Experiences

The American philosopher and naturalist Henry David Thoreau roamed far and wide over the hills and mountains of his native Massachusetts and neighboring New Hampshire. In his masterwork, "Walden," Thoreau famously stated that we must "reawaken and keep ourselves awake, not by mechanical aids, but by an infinite expectation of the dawn, which does not forsake us even in our soundest sleep." One of Thoreau's primary methods for maintaining such wakefulness was to explore the natural world and spend significant time outdoors every day.

Those who live in New England may literally walk in Thoreau's footsteps, rambling around the countryside in the environs of his native Concord, Massachusetts, and climbing the regional mountains of Wachusett, Greylock, Wantastiquet, Katahdin, and Monadnock. Those of us who live elsewhere may recreate Thoreau's sense of awe, wonder, and accomplishment by discovering the beauty and grandeur of our own locales, whether they be the desert landscapes of the American southwest, the sweeping vistas of the Canadian heartland, or the dense forests of central Europe. The great thing, as Thoreau knew, is to get outside, walk around, and reacquaint and reintegrate ourselves with our environment and the abundance of life surrounding us.

The exercise we obtain by adhering to Thoreau's prescriptions provides ongoing vigorous physical activity and contributes substantially to our long-term health and well-being. Such outdoor exercise can be done by anyone, including young children and the oldest of seniors.1,2 Some may want to climb actual hills and mountains, but staying right at sea level will also provide quality exercise that is profoundly beneficial. The key for all of us is to exercise regularly. Exercising five days a week, for at least 30 minutes each day, is optimal and such a program is recommended by federal governments and healthcare organizations. As well, optimal weekly exercise includes both strength training and cardiovascular activities. These two forms of exercise are synergistic in that doing one type of exercise reinforces the benefits of the other. When you engage in both cardiovascular and strength training exercises on a regular basis, you quickly make gains in the areas of strength, endurance, coordination, balance, and flexibility. As well, we may notice that physical fitness enhances our ability to concentrate, be creative, generate new ideas, and get more done.3

Regular chiropractic care is an important component of all our physical fitness and wellness activities and helps ensure that all of our physiological systems are functioning at peak capacity. Regular chiropractic care optimizes our spinal biomechanics and the flow of information through our nerve systems, and helps make sure that all the processes that keep us healthy and well are coordinated and working in harmony. Overall, regular chiropractic care helps us obtain the most from our exercise program and contributes substantially to the health and well-being of our families and ourselves.

1 Soga M, et al: Gardening is beneficial for health: A meta-analysis. Prev Med Res 5:92-99, 2016

2 Jenkins DW, Jenks A: Hiking with Diabetes: Risks and Benefits. J Am Podiatr Med Assoc 107(5):382-392, 2017

3 Schuch FB, et al: Exercise for depression in older adults: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials adjusting for publication bias. Rev Bras Psiquiatr 38(3):247-254, 2016


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  • ""Dr. Suppes has helped me with extremely tight shoulders and lower back. I work on a computer and carry stress in my shoulders and neck so she has been a lifesaver for me. I like it that she uses manual and activator to adjust me. It seems to work a lot better with both! I go regularly and it's been great! thank you so much, Dr. Suppes, for the amazing adjustments! Your a great chiropractor! ""
    -Female 24 yrs old, Plymouth, MN
  • ""There is no better place to be then in the care of your chiropractor!!! You will find, your pain is not a lifestyle. Dr. Janice is a miracle worker. Like a divine spirit there to take away your pain and to teach you exercises on how to keep it away. If you're honest with yourself and to her you will feel like 1 million bucks. I was barely able to walk at the biginning of the week and was on Workman's Comp and then at the end of the week I felt good enough to do jumping jacks of joy!!! But I will just settle on some yoga to strengthen and stretch. thank you so much Sundial and the angels they have working there!!!!!!! ""
    -Male 42
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    "I have been using chiropractors for over 45 years. Dr. Suppes ranks at the top of chiropractors. I had a bulging disc and the technique she used was excellent and provided outstanding relief. I would highly recommend her to anyone for needing chiropractic help. ""
    -Male 60yrs old, Plymouth, MN
  • ""Dr. Suppes has helped me with my tight shoulders and neck, which can give me a headache at times. I am fairly stressed and carry my stress in my shoulders. I go every 2 or 3 months for regular adjustments and it has helped tremendously! they have the best customer service and Dr. Suppes is a wonderful doctor and person. I recommend her to all my friends! Thank you, Dr. Suppes!"
    -Female 23 yrs old, Plymouth, MN
  • ""I play hockey twice a week and get knocked around a lot. Dr. Suppes was the first chiropractor I have been to. She helped me with many issues with my joints and back pain. She has helped me get pain free and enjoy playing hockey without being in pain afterward. she has made me a believer in chiropractic care. And thanks for getting me in on late notice! Dr. Suppes is a great chiropractor! ""
    -Male 24 yrs old Minnetonka MN
  • ""Everyone at the clinic is very supportive and professional - Dr. Jan took good care and gave good advise. If I ever need chiropractic services again I will go back. ""
    -Female 74 yrs old, Mpls, MN