“Rest and motion, unrelieved and unchecked, are equally destructive” —Benjamin Cardozo Sometimes we get caught up in our daily lives and aren’t as gracious to our bodies as we should be. We continue to work hard without rest. Rest can seem counterproductive to fitness goals, but it is rejuvenating to our bodies and beneficial for our mental health. Recovery is essential for our ...

Working out and moving on your own is great, but it can be challenging sometimes. One way to encourage yourself to stay on track with your fitness goals is to have a workout buddy. The biggest advantage of having a workout buddy is the built-in accountability. You’re less likely to skip a workout when you know someone else is depending on you. Your workout buddy can be someone ...

Do your muscles feel stiff, sore, tight or restricted? Do you want your body to move optimally in a full range of motion? Do you want to get the most out of your workouts? If you answered yes to any of the questions above, then self-myofascial release (SMR) is for you! Keep reading to learn why SMR is important and how you can integrate it into your weekly routine. What Is SMR? ...

Maintaining good posture is tough. We sit a lot — at work, in the car, at the dinner table, while visiting family and friends, and more. Sitting is not a bad thing, but sitting incorrectly with slouched shoulders is. Sitting in a slouched position happens when we’re not paying attention to sitting up tall or we’re neglecting to get up and move often.Sitting incorrectly can lead ...

Mornings can be very busy and are often set by routines. These routines set the tone for the day, determining whether your day will progress on a positive or negative track. The important thing to remember is you are in control. There are several ways you can adjust your morning routine to create a positive atmosphere. Adding a short, 10-minute bout of movement to your morning ...