Do you ever get headaches from staring at a screen all day? I know I do. As a college student, I basically live on my computer. I am always doing work, which is the case for a lot of people. However, staring at a screen all day, especially at night can be harmful for your eyes and your sleep habits. …
The Small Decisions Matter!
The little decisions you make throughout the day can make a huge impact. You might not realize the small decisions you have each day. Let’s take a step back and find a few ways that you can get your body moving more throughout your everyday life without going to the gym or a fitness class. Take the …
Your Shoes Could Be Killing Your Workout
Now I'm sure you've heard that getting the right type of workout shoes is important. Have you really looked into this, though? Probably not--I know I haven't! Even though there are endless shoes for the seemingly endless types of workouts, most people just buy whatever shoe fits and feels …
The Detox That Actually Works
Diet culture - stop trying to make detoxes happen. They're not going to happen! Fun fact - did you know that your body naturally detoxes itself? And that you don't need detox teas, apple cider vinegar shots, or any other nonsense of the like? It's true! Your liver, for example, filters your blood …
Design Your Own Circuit Workout
When I don’t know what kind of workout I feel like doing, my go to is always a circuit training workout. I’ve started to come up with my own right before I workout based on what I want to focus on that day. The best part is, there’s no right or wrong way to do this! If you’re short on time, you …
Travel Friendly Fitness
Are you finding that you’re too busy to make it to the gym some days? Sometimes life, school or everyday obligations pile up and you just can’t find the time for that daily workout. Additionally, travelling for work, vacation and holidays may make you feel behind on your fitness goals. Rather than …
Workout Pain You Shouldn’t Ignore
There's a big difference between discomfort and pain during a workout. Discomfort normally goes away when the exercise is completed. Pain lingers. When the pain is serious enough, your body compensates by using the surrounding muscles which can further complicate things. It's important to pay …
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. …