Dr. Kristen at Care More Chiropractic

Every January, we talk about doing more—more goals, more workouts, more productivity. But what most of us are really craving isn’t more … it’s energy . As a single mom, business owner, and chiropractor, I understand this deeply. My days are full before they even begin. There’s no “extra” time or energy lying around—I have to be intentional about how I create it. And one thing I’ve learned both personally and professionally is this: energy starts in the nervous system. Your nervous system controls everything—how you move, how you heal, how you adapt to stress, and how energized you feel throughout the day. When your spine is misaligned, the communication between your brain and body is compromised. You may still function, but you’re working harder than you need to. Chiropractic care isn’t about masking symptoms or pushing through exhaustion. It’s about restoring proper alignment so your body can operate efficiently. When the spine is aligned, the nervous system functions better—and wh...

As we move through January, my word of the year— Elevate —has been front and center here at Care More Chiropractic. For me, elevating energy isn’t about pushing harder or relying on caffeine to get through the day. It’s about supporting the body so it can do what it was designed to do: adapt, heal, and thrive. Energy is not just about how awake you feel. It’s about how well your nervous system communicates, how efficiently your body moves, and how resilient you are to daily stressors. Below are five simple, sustainable habits that can help elevate your energy naturally—starting from the inside out. 1. Prioritize Nervous System Health with Chiropractic Care Your nervous system controls everything —movement, digestion, sleep, immune function, and yes, your energy levels. When the spine is not moving or functioning properly, it can interfere with the nervous system’s ability to communicate clearly with the body. Chiropractic adjustments help restore proper motion to the spine, reduce ner...