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The Secret to Kick-Start Your Metabolism

Oct 19, 2023 | Nutrition & Wellness

Stretching in the Morning: The Secret to Kick-Start Your Metabolism We all know that getting out of bed in the morning can sometimes feel like a daunting task. The thought of leaving the warmth and comfort of our cozy blankets can be quite discouraging. However, what if we told you that there’s a simple and…

What Walking Can Do for Your Health

Dec 6, 2021 | Active Living

Think about the last time you went out walking. Was it indoors or outdoors? Did you go with someone or was it a solo excursion? Did you see anything cool or walk away with any neat insights? How did you feel afterwards? Walking is one of the simplest forms of exercise that can help to…

13 Tips For a Healthy Lifestyle

May 17, 2021 | Nutrition & Wellness

Leading a healthy lifestyle is not out of reach. It just requires a few small changes and a shift in mindset to take good care of yourself! 1. Stretch regularly. Stretching is one of the easiest forms of exercise to start. You do not have to be pushed to your extremes to find success with…

Outdoor Exercise: The Best Way to Improve Health

May 3, 2021 | Active Living

It’s easy to see the importance of getting outside when we are cooped up inside for days at a time. Taking the opportunity to do some outdoor exercise can have significant benefits for your health and well-being. Benefits of exercising outdoors Increased focus Did you know that even brief stints of time outside can boost…

What is Wellness? The Four Pillars of Health

Apr 8, 2021 | Wellness & Mindfulness

What are the pillars of health and wellness? According to Pfizer, “Wellness is the act of practicing healthy habits on a daily basis to attain better physical and mental health outcomes so that instead of just surviving, you’re thriving.” When you search “pillars of wellness,” though, you will find dozens of different results. The Academy…

Kicking Sugar Cravings- Eating Less Sugar to Be Healthier

Nov 13, 2020 | Nutrition & Wellness

Kicking Sugar Cravings- Eating Less Sugar to Be Healthier We’ve all heard that sugar is bad for you. There is a reason that your mom wouldn’t buy every candy bar at the grocery store and that dentists scream around Halloween: human bodies aren’t designed to process large amounts of manufactured sugar. The trick is to…

The Importance of Staying Hydrated

Nov 2, 2020 | Nutrition & Wellness

The Importance of Staying Hydrated Drinking water. It’s not a new concept and you know you have to do it consistently. Yet, why do we struggle with staying hydrated and drinking enough in a day? When we don’t have enough water, we can find ourselves getting crabbier, with less energy, not thinking clearly, and potentially…

Stretching for Diabetes- A Starting Place for a Better Life

Nov 21, 2018 | Nutrition & Wellness

Stretching for Diabetes- A Starting Place for a Better Life If you’re diabetic, joint pain may seem like a normal part of your life. You’ve noticed that it’s becoming increasingly more difficult to do everyday activities like tying your shoes or getting out of bed. You may feel older than you really are. You avoid…