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Bill Moist

Catch a Cold? Catch Some Relief! 8 Natural Cold Remedies

What 30 Dozen Capital Reef Fruit Pie Sales In 3 Hours Reveal First, the beautiful lady standing next to me at Capital Reef National Park in Torrey, Utah, is my daughter Allison. One year ago, Ali and her business partner, Mason, started Sleeping Rainbow Adventures Jeep tour business near the park. (SRAdventures.com) They started out with three Jeeps and one employee. This year they expect to add a fourth Jeep and two more employees because, even at this early date, business is brisk. So, what do fruit pies and Jeeps have in common with RV sales and RV parks? The quick sale of fruit pies the first week of April tells us RVers (and travelers) are starting earlier this year. Demand for RV parks in this remote area is nearly full this early in the season. The RVers we talked to were happy to get a place to park their RV. But more RVs are coming. Major RV and boat maker Winnebago says it now has $4.4 BILLION worth of orders in its backlog as demand continues to rise. In conclusion, the observed evidence from Utah and the Winnebago RV backlog tells us the RV industry is continuing to create more unmet demand for RV parks.

Despite your best efforts to avoid getting sick, colds can be easy to catch, no matter the time of year. You may not necessarily be sick enough to take heavy medication, but you still want some relief and the ability to breathe through your nose. Here are eight natural remedies to help you banish the cold virus from your system.

Stay hydrated.

Every time you visit the doctor, their top recommendation will always be water. When your body is sufficiently hydrated, it becomes a well-oiled, germ-flushing machine! The average recommended daily amount of water a day is 64 ounces, but everyone has different needs, so be sure to talk to your doctor!

Get a full night’s rest.

When an illness is knocking on your door, rest and sleep is important in helping your immune system to function at its strongest and best to get rid of germs and bacteria. Allow yourself ample time to rest — especially during flu season!

Take your vitamin C.

–Bill Moist

Found naturally in citrus fruits, tomatoes and potatoes, vitamin C has been proven to shorten the lifespan of a cold and to boost your immune system.

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Gargle warm salt water.

You can also take vitamin C supplements daily to keep your body strong and healthy!

If you dissolve a half-teaspoon of salt into a cup of warm water and gargle, it should work well to help your sore throat catch some relief! You can do this a couple of times a day. Just be sure to test the temperature of the water before gargling! (Children under 6 years of age are not able to gargle properly and should not try this solution.)

Drink your tea, and don’t skimp on the honey!

Honey contains natural antiviral and antimicrobial properties! When combined with a calming tea such as ginger or cinnamon, it works well to relieve a sore throat or congestion and keep you optimally hydrated.

Use a vaporizer.

Take a hot shower.

Adding moisture to the air around you while you’re home sick can aid in getting the mucus flowing and reducing stuffiness. Especially when you’re sleeping, a vaporizer is a helpful tool to have on hand!

When you’re feeling sick and congested, break up the mucus with a long, steamy shower. Don’t be afraid to stay in there a little

longer than you normally do to allow yourself time to soak up all of the benefits. Hot showers are a relaxing decongestant!

Everybody is different and may react differently to various cold symptoms. In turn, certain natural remedies may work wonders for one person but not another. The next time you catch a cold and are feeling a little under the weather, try out a few of these home cures and see which ones help you feel better!

Chicken soup really is good for the soul.

Hot liquids can also aid in breaking up mucus buildup in your nasal passages and chest and reducing the nasty symptoms that come along with the common cold. Sometimes, Mom may really know best!

And Watch Your Sales Soar FREE YOUR TEAM FROM ‘MEETING BRAIN DRAIN’

company huddle, consider making it weekly or even monthly to save brain space. 2. When you meet, always set an agenda. We’ve all attended “30-minute” meetings that stretched to two hours as the speakers rambled. Don’t let this become the norm! Instead, set an agenda for every meeting — even a routine check-in — and stick to it. If you’re a talker, consider including timestamps with each item to really keep you on task and get your team back to work ASAP. (Not sure how to write a fantastic agenda? Visit HBR.org and search “How to Design an Agenda” for an in-depth article on the topic.) 3. Encourage time blocking. Fewer interruptions to your team’s flow means it’s easier to get back in the zone, so try to cluster meetings during one part or “block” of the day/week. This will help your team build routines around those blocks, and they’ll be able to dive deep during non-meeting blocks without the fear of interruption. Try these strategies today and watch your key performance indicators (KPIs) for lead generation, conversion, and retention closely. You might be surprised at the results!

Here’s a shocking statistic for you: According to a Productivity Trends Report from ReclaimAI, the average professional is spending almost 309% more time in one-on-one meetings right now than they did before the pandemic. That’s crazy! Worse, it’s a waste of valuable time and a drain on your team’s productivity. Meetings can be productive, but there’s a reason why the phrase “This should have been an email” exists. If you pull your best people into Zoom call after Zoom call, they won’t have the focus they need to work quickly and perform at their best. That has implications across every department from marketing and sales to billing. Entrepreneur has a few suggestions for how to free your team from this brain drain. 1. Say goodbye to company- and department-wide meetings. Think of building a meeting the same way you’d think of building a team: Add as many people as you need, and only that many. The more you can whittle down the required attendance for meetings, the less you will impact your employees’ productivity. Entrepreneur suggests keeping meetings at 4–6 people when possible. If you have a daily

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The History of Cheerleading HOW COMPETITIVE CHEERING BEGAN

When most people think of cheerleading, they think of a squad on the sideline of football and basketball games. But another form of cheerleading is far more competitive and requires mental and physical training. With the rising popularity of Netflix’s original series “Cheer,” let’s look at the history of competitive cheerleading. Early History The first cheer team began in the 1800s with an all-male group chanting at college football games between Princeton University and Rutgers University. Cheerleading spread when Princeton alum, Thomas Peebles, took cheerleading to the University of Minnesota. However, it wasn’t until 1923 that women started to cheer at the University of Minnesota. Then, in the 1940s, while all college-aged men were in the draft for WWII, more women became involved in the sport. Competitive Cheerleading Begins As more athletes began participating in cheer, they wanted to incorporate higher-level skills in their routines. This was when cheer associations were created to fill this need — thus, competitive cheerleading was born. The first cheerleading association was created in 1961 by Lawrence “Herkie” Herkimer. He developed the National Cheerleaders Association (NCA), a

cheer camp where teams could learn new skills and compete. (He also patented the pom-pom!)

In 1974, Jeff Webb founded Universal Cheerleaders Association (UCA). This association allowed cheerleaders to learn

more difficult skills they could use in their routines, such as tumbling, stunting, and pyramids. As the popularity of cheerleading grew, more associations were created as time went on. All Star Cheer Unlike high school teams, All Star Cheer focuses more on athletic training and competition performances and less on cheer chants. This began in the late 1980s and gained popularity through the ’90s, with the first cheerleading competition airing on CBS. Then, in the early 2000s, the International Cheer Union gained approval for cheerleading to be recognized as a sport. Now, the stunts, tumbling, and choreography in cheerleading are more complex than when they began. The teams push themselves to the limits, mentally and physically, each time they hit the mat. As a result, this sport allows athletes to learn discipline, trust, and dedication while fighting for their right to be named national champions.

Take A Break

Summer Strawberry Spinach Salad Inspired by AmbitiousKitchen.com

Ingredients

• 5 oz organic spinach • 2 cups strawberries, halved • 1 large avocado, sliced • 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced • 1/2 cup feta crumbles • 1/4 cup roasted pistachios, chopped

• 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar • 1/4 cup olive oil • 1 garlic clove, grated or finely minced • 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard • 1/2 tbsp strawberry jam • Freshly ground salt and pepper, to taste • 1/3 cup raw, sliced almonds

1. In a small bowl, combine balsamic vinegar, olive oil, chopped garlic, Dijon mustard, and strawberry jam. Mix well. Add salt and pepper to taste. 2. In a pan, toast the almonds over medium heat until they are golden brown. 3. In a large bowl, add spinach. Then layer on strawberries, avocado, red onion, feta, toasted almonds, and chopped pistachios. 4. Toss dressing in salad or serve on the side. Directions

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From the Desk of Bill Moist PAGE 1 Natural Cold Remedies That Work PAGE 1 3 Tips for Boosting Productivity PAGE 2 Only Men on the First Cheer Team? PAGE 3 Take a Break PAGE 3 Summer Strawberry Spinach Salad PAGE 3 Stretching Preserves Flexibility PAGE 4

STRETCHING PRESERVES YOUR FLEXIBILITY FOR LIFE

A NOT-SO-SECRET FOR YOUR LONGEVITY

Can stretching extend my life? Not only does stretching improve your independence, but it might also help you live longer. Studies show that stretching is linked to improved circulation, and better blood flow can lead to improved heart health and cardiovascular function. Considering that heart disease is the leading cause of death among adults in the U.S., that’s a huge bonus! The benefits of stretching are best enjoyed without injury, however, and that’s why it’s important to warm yourself up before stretching. Although it used to be thought that stretching is the first step before exercise, it’s now becoming more commonly understood that light activity is better for preventing injuries from overstretching. Physical therapist David Nolan of Massachusetts General Hospital told Harvard Health, “All it takes to warm up the muscles before stretching is 5–10 minutes of light activity, such as a quick walk. You can also stretch after an aerobic or weight-training workout.” If you’re worried about joint pain, it’s smart to stretch as well as build stronger muscles to carry your body weight more effectively — especially around your spine, hips, and knees, which do most of the heavy lifting. Proper stretching and joint care can take years of effort, but as research shows, it pays off over many decades.

Engineers and doctors can agree on one thing: Lubrication is often necessary for joints to function and move properly, including human joints. Every day, your joints create fluid that allows your arms, legs, neck, and back to move properly. But did you know that by stretching and using your full range of motion once a day, you can help those joint fluids preserve your flexibility and balance? Many people are worried about their independence later in life, and an improper sense of balance can be a big part of that. Stretching keeps muscles flexible, strong, and healthy, but the “flexible” part is more important than most people think. Without flexibility, our muscles shorten and become tight — and even with the fluids that our joints create, without regularly stretching, we’ll still be unable to use our full range of motion.

By the time you need your muscles for activity, they’re weak and unable to extend fully. This puts you at risk for joint pain, strains, and muscle damage.

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