Summer and fall are the best times to seek out some scenery and enjoy outdoor activities. You don’t need much preparation and it’s easy to adjust to your personal fitness level. Make a plan, pick a park or preserve, and enjoy this simple and well-rounded exercise choice. Lots of Muscle Groups: Walking and hiking trails vary a great deal from…
These are the ones that everyone, at every age need to do on a regular basis. They set the table for a baseline level of cellular, muscular, and skeletal health. These essential practices will give you a foundation to participate in the activities you love, to look great, and feel your best: Get Your Heart Rate Up: If you…
We should all have a flow when it comes to our weekly shopping. Fresh vegetables, meats, fish, and eggs should be coming and going pretty quickly. When you’re planning for a period of a few weeks though, there are a few items that make sense to buy in bulk. Here are a few to remember… Nuts and Seeds: Buying small…
A growth mindset towards exercise disregards time limits and self-judgment. Learn to be flexible with your approach and give yourself options to keep yourself moving. Here’s the best three exercise approaches when you are short on time: Walk/Jog/Run: Whether or not you just woke up, need to get out of the office, or have just eaten dinner, there is no…
Apparent quick fixes to our health and wellness are everywhere we look. Years, and often decades, of lifestyle habits are the primary drivers for who we are and how we feel. Here are three foundational habits that everyone can do to improve their health for the long haul: Drink Water Before Every Meal: So simple, but a lot of us…
Omega 3 fatty acids are essential to our health, widely accepted to improve cellular health, heart health, and overall metabolic function. Our bodies don’t produce omega-3 fatty acids, so we need to get them in the food we eat. If you want to lower inflammation, have better skin, and boost your overall health, make sure you are getting these fats…
Getting a good groove with your weekly nutrition requires effort and rhythm. Planning ahead allows you to “win” more meals than you lose over the course of the week. Falling back on easy to grab, highly processed options is convenient at the time, but will have direct impact on your energy, metabolism, and waistline. Here are some tips to stay…
The body is made up of over 70% water and is constantly using it for literally every bodily function. If you fail to give your body what it needs, it will let you know. Ignore these symptoms and you can put yourself at serious risk… Lightheaded, or Dizzy: Your blood pressure is greatly influenced by the amount of water…
Whether you’ve planted a little garden for yourself or are a frequent visitor of the weekend Farmers Market, this is a great time to be cashing in on juicy, fresh, and locally grown vegetables. Here’s the top three to be grabbing on a weekly basis right now: Zucchini: Versatile and easy to cook with. Chop it up and toss…
Making your way to a real food diet can be hard. Being married to outdated options can have negative long-term effects on our health. Here are a few suggestions to swap out the old and bring in the new… Water for Juices and Soda: Water makes up 75% of our body and is essential for the healthy function of every…