Reading Time: 4 minutes Do you get enough exercise? For most Americans, that answer is a big “no.” Most of us have sedentary jobs, drive a vehicle to and fro, and generally don’t have a lot of obvious opportunities for physical activity throughout the day. But not being active enough is bad for our health—and it’s time to start moving our bodies more. We … Read More
9 Injury Prevention Tips for Safe Athletic Training
Reading Time: 3 minutes Athletes of all ages are at risk of injury. Physical fitness can be so good for your muscles, bones, and overall health, but injury prevention is key to avoid hurting yourself during training. Whether you’re a professional athlete or just getting back into the gym, you should be cautious of how you train to stay healthy and avoid injuring your … Read More
7 Benefits of Yoga for Your Body and Mind
Reading Time: 3 minutes You probably already know exercise is good for health and longevity. But did you know yoga can provide the same benefits as other forms of exercise—and then some? Let’s look at the top benefits of yoga and why you might want to consider adding it to your own health and fitness routine. What is Yoga? Yoga is a practice that … Read More
Family Fitness Tips: 5 Exercise Ideas for Kids and Adults
Reading Time: 3 minutes Most Americans don’t get enough exercise, and that includes kids, too. The rise of digital activities like TV, computers, tablets and smartphones, and video games has made it extremely easy to have fun while barely moving a muscle. Unfortunately, our health has suffered in the process. So what can we do? A good place to start is by finding ways … Read More
Holistic Ways to Fight the Winter Blues
Reading Time: 3 minutes The winter months bring us the holidays, a new year, and many other meaningful times of life. But colder temperatures and shorter days can also spur an imbalance in some of us, causing a winter blues that lingers during the season. If you’re seeking natural methods for dealing with low mood during the colder months of the year, here are … Read More
6 Ways to Boost Focus & Concentration Naturally
Reading Time: 3 minutes Our daily choices affect the brain, as well as the rest of the body — and sometimes our modern environment can make us feel a little off, tired, or experience a lack of concentration or “brain fog”. Thankfully, there are some habits we can adopt to naturally support focus and productivity each day. Here are some top tips to try: … Read More
4 Ways to Better Support Your Bones
Reading Time: 3 minutes Eating and living well is the best way to nourish our bodies and avoid health concerns as we get older — and that includes the health of our bones! They form the framework of our bodies, so having strong bones is important for avoiding long-term issues, such as bone loss and fractures. What Affects Bone Health? Although bone loss is … Read More
How A Meaningful Life Can Help You Sleep Better
Reading Time: 3 minutes Do you wake up each day with a purpose? Whether you do or not could have a significant impact on your sleep and sleep-related conditions. A study recently published in Sleep Science and Practice journal demonstrated this in over 800 senior citizens. The results showed that those who said their lives were meaningful experienced: Better sleep quality 52 percent less likelihood … Read More
Exercise: Are You Getting Enough?
Reading Time: 3 minutes You likely know that exercise is important. But how much do you need, exactly? And how do stay motivated if exercise itself seems like a chore? If these are questions you have, here’s a quick breakdown so you can truly begin making exercise work for you. How Much Exercise Do We Need? General guidelines recommend that most adults get at … Read More
7 Sneaky Everyday Items that Cause Us Pain
Reading Time: 3 minutes Dealing with pain and aren’t sure why? It could be caused by something common you do every day and didn’t realize was an issue. Here are some of the top offenders and how you can modify them to reduce strain and pain over time: #1 Electronic Devices Smartphones, computers, and even e-readers can be tough on the eyes, but they’re hard on posture, … Read More