Insulin is such an important hormone because it regulates our blood sugar. Basically, after eating something, the amount of sugar in our bloodstream increases. Insulin instructs the cells to absorb the sugar from our blood. It is released from the pancreas and has other “jobs” to do, especially …
The Best 10-Minute Yoga Workout For Sculpted Abs
Do you want to build sculpted abs but don’t have enough time in your schedule for a full workout? Then this post is for you! Traditional core workouts are amazing, but the way yoga sequences fire up the belly through every breath and vinyasa helps sculpt abs in almost the same way! Plus, there are …
Tips for Staying Hydrated
The month of June is upon us, which means the warmer spring weather is finally upon us. We all know how important hydration is year round, but it becomes increasingly important as the temps rise and we spend more time outside. One of the most forgotten ways to boost your health is to STAY HYDRATED. …
5 Ways To Keep Yourself Moving
We get it; sometimes life can get in the way, making it difficult to make time for exercise. In some cases, our bodies might still be recovering from an injury and limit us from participating in certain exercises. Even if you are struggling to find time in your day, below are 5 simple ways that can …
Intermittent Fasting: The Good, The Bad, and The Biology
You may have read my article a few months back on Intermittent Fasting (IF), and whether or not it might be good for you to try. For the past couple years, IF has been a major health trend; as a refresher or for those that don't know, IF is a more regimented way of eating in which one increases the …
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Leg Exercises For More Defined Calves
Have you been trying to gain more toned calves? Here are a few tips and exercises to help define the calves and work the leg muscles! Stay active: Preventing fluid from building up in your lower legs is key for defined calves. The solution is simple: just get up and move throughout the day. …
‘Sleepy’ Clean
When you think of the word 'hygiene’, what comes to mind? I imagine it's something along the lines of wearing deodorant, brushing your teeth, changing your underwear, showering or bathing daily, and generally not stinking. However, I’m willing to bet that sleep didn’t come to mind. As a matter of …
Standing Desks: The Why and The DIY
Standing desks are an increasing trend and for good reason: sitting and general sedentary time is known to be a prominent risk factor for many health conditions diseases. Outcomes from excess sitting and sedentary time are almost similar to those of smoking cigarettes. The purchase (or creation!) of …