Did you see this title and start counting on your fingers: "I know there's physical health, mental health... wait, social health??" Social health refers to wellbeing gained from someone's social bonds and interpersonal relationships. Humans are such social creatures; we all need social interaction …
A Quick, Plant-Based Meal For Busy Nights!
I won't speak for you but when I get home from a long day or I'm strapped for time and I haven't prepped meals, my diet suffers in a BIG way (insert the laziest meal you've ever made and I guarantee I've made some iteration at some point in my life.) If you find yourself in a similar predicament, …
Is Your Phone Ruining Your Back?
As smartphones, tablets, and laptops have become a central part of most Americans’ lives, we have all felt the effects – literally. The constant use of electronic devices has begun to take a physical toll on our bodies, as most of us who spend hours looking at screens all day can attest. We know …
The Power Of The Squat
What is the single best strength-building exercise many of us could be incorporating into our exercise routine? Consult enough exercise scientists and the latest exercise research, and the answer would likely be a resounding: squats. For lower-body strength and flexibility, there is probably no …
What Exactly Is Tabata?
Are you looking for a more intense workout that takes less time? Then Tabata training may be perfect for you! Tabata training or Tabata protocol is a specific type of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) that increases your heart rate in a short period. Trainers developed Tabata training to …
Delicious Mocktails For Spring Break
Whether you over-indulged this Spring Break, or you just want a tasty drink without "drinking", these Mocktails are delicious and much better for your body than their alcoholic counterparts! Blueberry Lavender Fauxjito: lavender simple syrup: 1/2 cup honey, coconut/raw sugar, or other …
Working Out When Away From Home
In the past, I've found it really difficult to workout when I'm away from home. Your routine is disrupted, you might not have your normal space or equipment, and your time is not always your own (especially around the holidays!). I'm going to a new city for the first time this Thanksgiving, and, …
Stressed? Try These Deep Breathing Exercises
We've all heard the suggestion to "take a deep breath" when we get overly activated. Why? Because taking even just a few deep breaths can slow your heart rate, calm your mind, and deactivate your sympathetic nervous system (responsible for the "fight or flight" response). Performing breathing …