Moving more throughout your day is a guaranteed way to improve your health. Researchers say that the more NEAT (non-exercise activity thermogenesis) you get throughout the day, the healthier you become. Non-exercise activity is any movement you do that is not a planned workout routine. Standing two minutes for every thirty minutes you are seated, walking to a faraway parking sp ...

A new year brings us new opportunities. It is a chance for each of us to hit the reset button and focus on our next big achievement. Many of us hit the ground running with thoughts of where we want to be, but before we get going, we need to be aware of where we are. Much like being lost while driving a car, not knowing where you’re at makes it very hard to determine the directi ...

Have you ever tried to drive your car when it’s freezing outside? It always takes a few minutes to warm up properly. The same is true of your body. No matter what type of physical activity you’re doing, you need to warm up first to perform at your best. What happens in a warm up? A warm up starts to wake up the body’s systems in preparation for a workout. Your mind gets in the ...

The holiday season is filled with delicious and comforting foods. But do you ever feel conflicted or guilty when making food choices? Let’s change that mindset! There are many ways to stay healthy during the holidays and still enjoy your favorite holiday foods. Below are a few tips to encourage mindful eating. Use a smaller plate. By using a smaller plate, you don’t have to wo ...

“The most important thing you will ever wear is your attitude.” – Jeff Moore Each morning when we wake up, we have the opportunity to embrace a positive attitude. It is hard work to consciously control your thoughts, attitudes and actions despite outside forces or events. However, adopting a more positive mindset has great impacts on your mental and physical health. As we bring ...