To be get fit you don't need to be in the gym every single day of the week - for many people, this is unrealistic or unsustainable. Most people believe that to get in shape, you have to focus one body part/section a day, which is a routine called “Splits”. This means that you split up your body …
5 Habits That Will Make Going to the Gym Easier
Making it to the gym after a long day can sometimes be a bit tricky and going to the gym consistently after a long day at work or in class can be even trickier. Despite this, there are some easy everyday habit changes you can make to help get you on the right track to a more consistent gym …
The Must-Have Free Fitness App
What makes a workout routine sustainable? It has to fit your schedule, it has to be adaptable, and - most importantly - it has to be ENJOYABLE! If you've found yourself in a fitness rut or you've been wanting to try new workouts but don't have the time or money... then read on, Pilgrim! This article …
Goal Setting: Making Fitness Dreams A Reality
Do you hope to change something about yourself someday? Maybe you have a desire to workout more, or eat a cleaner diet, or sleep better? While sustainable behavior change takes time and consistency, it is most certainly possible! As a Clinical Health Coach in training, behavior change is constantly …
The Scary Truth About Sugar
First, let me preface this article by admitting that I have quite the sweet tooth. There are some people who claim to not like sweets and while I wish that was me, its just not. I love sweet creamer in my coffee, and the occasional donut, pastry, or candy. However, after watching "Sugar: The Bitter …
Social Media On Mental Health
Have you ever stopped to wonder just how much social media has affected us over the years? With many of our current feeds being infiltrated with bikini bods and tropical vacations, it's important to know the effect social media can have. Depression and Anxiety Especially in youth, signs of …
Running For Mental Health
It's probably not shocking to anyone at this point that running is great for both physical health and mental wellbeing. As a recent convert to daily runs, I can attest to the fact that it has been helping stabilizing my mood in a big way. I will also say that up until my recent shift, I absolutely …
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. …