The Harmful Effects of a Sedentary Lifestyle
Have you ever heard the expression, “An object in motion tends to stay in motion.”? Well what do you think a sedentary object is going to continue to do? Humans are pretty habitual creatures. It’s much easier to continue to do something from a formed habit than to step outside a comfort zone and try […]
Postnatal Fitness Tips
With new motherhood on the horizon, you’re ready to get back into shape and return to your old body. However, when you can start working out, how hard you can push yourself and more are all critical components of getting back into action. Consider all these things before your first trip back to the gym […]
Know Your Weight Limit
It’s no secret that lifting weights is a great way to get in shape. When you combine weight training with cardio work, you have an awesome combination of fat-burning components all happening at once. Isolating one from the other will never yield the same benefits as combining the two together. But do you know your […]
Making Good Habits
Good habits don’t just come naturally. With planning, time and focus they become part of your every day life. For many, what used to be a chore becomes so normal they can’t imagine life without it; things like having a smoothie for breakfast or running after work. Here’s how you can make those good habits […]
Maximizing your time at the gym
Your time is valuable, and time is often referred to as “money”. However you view time, whether you have plenty of it or never enough, it is precious. Your time at the gym is equally as precious and valuable, as gyms provide an excellent escape from the stresses of work and responsibility. These stresses and […]
Benefits of Kale
Kale is one of the “freshest” of the super health foods being talked about and consumed everywhere. Kale is not new, but it’s health benefits are being noticed everywhere. The benefits of kale are so superior to many other vegetable that it is earning nicknames like “the queen of greens”, “a nutritional powerhouse”, and “the […]
Fitness Tips for the Busy Mom
With so much to do already the idea of regular exercise can seem daunting. The truth is, it might just be easier to tackle all the things on your to do list when it includes a few regular workouts each week. Exercise boosts your energy levels and brain power while reducing stress, anxiety and insomnia. […]
Practice Patience
Everyone says patience is a virtue, and when you’re sitting in traffic, waiting to see results from a new diet or arguing with your significant other—that statement couldn’t be truer. See how you can become more patient in every area of your life with just a little practice. Meditate The best way to practice patience […]
Stay Consistent; Consistency is Key
Staying consistent is an important key to cultivating healthy lifestyle habits. When practiced regularly, your new behaviors will quickly become habits that you do as automatically as you brush your teeth. Set yourself up for success For many people, watching a movie sets up the expectation that there will be popcorn or some other snack. […]
Health Benefits of Smiling
You may have been given the compliment by an admirer, “Your smile lights up the room.” You may have even noticed your afternoon perk up when you lighten up the mood at work by telling a joke, or smiling at your best friend’s bizarre dream she recently had. Have you ever noticed that when you […]
