I’m getting to the point in the year when I can see the finish line, but I’m struggling to keep myself motivated. I feel a little burnt-out, overwhelmed, and ready for a much-needed break. I know the end of the school year is near, but lately I’ve found myself needing encouragement to keep going. …
Carbs Are Your Friend, Not Your Foe
There seems to continue to be a constant battle with carbs. They are totally excluded in fad diets, and some are listed as one of the major food sources for certain chronic diseases. When choosing for it to be a friend or foe, most are choosing it to be a foe. Let's say this together in harmony, …
Workout Recovery: Are You Doing Enough?
You go to the gym day in and day out. You lift weights and don't neglect cardio. But how are you doing with workout recovery? That is, are you giving your body the proper rest it needs? Proper recovery from workouts, especially from ones that are taxing, is vital if you want to prevent injury, …
Maximizing Mental Health
People always want to lose weight, start a new diet plan, or begin whatever workout is trending that month. People focus on their physical health and what is seen on the outside, but do they focus on their mental health what is found on the inside? Not always. It can be hard to find time to sit down …
Moving in the Morning
To some, getting out of bed and going to work out first thing in the morning is the only way to start the day. To others, nothing could sound less appealing. However, if you’re one of those people who don’t find themselves hitting the snooze button every morning, getting to the gym or doing a home …
Grab a Friend & Get Moving: Partner Workout
What's the only thing better than a sweaty, challenging, upbeat workout? Doing that workout with a friend - duh! Studies show that perceived support from our peers can have an influence on our exercise habits. What's more, working out with a friend makes going to the gym a little less daunting and a …
Gym Newbie? Click Here!
The gym can be a super intimidating place. Walking into a gym for the first time with the desire to get in shape feels like walking into your first day at a new school. There is a sense of uncertainty and intimidation in the air, masked by the smell of sweat and metal. Not to mention everyone seems …
Resilience: Your New Secret Weapon
Resilience. It's your ability to recover from difficulties and adverse events. Think of yourself as a human rubber band. When you get stretched out, do you spring back into shape? In other words, when you face trials and tribulations, are you able to recover? Individuals who are resilient bounce …