5 Ways to Find Your Fitness Motivation
Even the most dedicated exercise enthusiast can hit a workout rut, but there are a few ways you can stay motivated, whether it’s adding a
Even the most dedicated exercise enthusiast can hit a workout rut, but there are a few ways you can stay motivated, whether it’s adding a
Resistance training is increasingly important as you age. It helps build and maintain strong bones and vital muscle tissue, preventing sarcopenia – the gradual muscle
Many women are concerned about the appearance of their lower abdominal area – the pooch. This area is hard to target with just basic crunches,
By Greg Fox While you’re reading this article, your body is operating normally, keeping your heart beating, your lungs breathing and your brain engaged. The
The Jack Knife is an incredibly challenging exercise that works multiple muscle groups to develop a strong, fit core. This exercise incorporates your lower back,
June 7 is Global Running Day! If you’re able to take part, get out there and shoe those running shoes who’s boss!
Getting bikini ready means ridding your body of excess fat. This super charged workout is designed to do just that. Through a series of plyometric
Spinal health must be respected. The spine directly links human brain and body function to physical movement. Your spine and spinal cord endure massive impact
By Courtney Farnet What if you could burn hundreds of calories in just 30 minutes? Sprinting requires little time, lots of energy and burns more
By Courtney Farnet Life is all about balance. Americans spend too much time balancing work, checkbooks and social lives and too little time working on
By Courtney Farnet Your booty is the largest and strongest muscle in your body. The gluteal muscles assist with maintaining balance and posture. They allow
By: Juliane Kristine Morris While you may not want to break into a tree, table or downward facing dog pose while you’re in line at
By Courtney Farnet A strong core is much more than a lean, chiseled “six-pack”. It is a complex series of muscles that move, support and stabilize
You already know that regular exercise is good for you. The problem is doing it consistently. Only going to the gym once every couple of
By: Tami Charbonnet Co-written by: Model, International Les Mills Trainer, and Presenter Anna Lowery The truth is – everyone “CAN” dance! Our bodies naturally respond to the
Staying in a balanced frame of mind is often difficult in the midst of our fast-paced daily lives. It is important to connect deeply with
Not only is a slender tummy confidence boosting, it is a sign of good health. A study published in the “Journal of the American Heart
By Juliane Morris If exercise is a bad word to your ears, you’re not alone. Where some people smile at the thought of a gym
By Juliane Morris Stay on Top of Your Fitness When You’re Away from Home Vacation or business travel tends to lead to over-indulging, treating yourself
Conditioning the muscles located around the abdominal region and spine or “the core” is tough, but necessary for a healthy level of fitness. Along with
By Shannon Brown Consider Bioidentical Hormones Bioidentical hormones have gotten a lot of attention recently. Instead of hormone medications, bioidentical hormones are an exact match
By Samantha Harrison Stress is a difficult condition to treat because it manifests itself differently in everyone. Some people may react to stress by spending
You know the statistics -more than one-third of children and more than two-thirds of adults in the UnitedStates are overweight or obese. Those numbersare high
By Sara Kirckland That dreaded time of the year is almost here – cold and flu season. This means sicknesses brought on by cooler temperatures,
The life cycle begins and ends with breathing, from the first cry exiting the womb to the last dying breath as the body shuts down.
By Shannon Brown The holidays are the most wonderful time of year! But trying to make healthy choices, in addition to attending holiday gatherings and
Hormonal imbalance. We’ve all heard the term, but do we really know how hormones contribute to our daily wellness? Hormones regulate almost every function of
By: Patricia Danflous Enjoy life. Stop and smell the flowers – or just take time to use your nose, mouth and lungs for cleansing and wellness.
By Patricia Danflous Take charge of your body… Laughter is the best medicine… Positive thinking speeds healing… An apple a day keeps the doctor away…
By Patricia Danflous What’s a girl from Atlantic City, New Jersey doing in California’s wine country? Carmel Baronoff’s simple answer is “living well.” One of
Regardless of weight or body type, it’s common to see some belly bloat. The foods we choose, how we’re digesting and simply the air we’re
By Greg Fox Mainly found in fruits, vegetables and whole grains, fiber has many beneficial effects on the body and is essential for your good
By Ann Jarema When natural light comes into contact with our skin, it kick starts the body’s natural production of Vitamin D. And why does
By Shannon Brown The holidays are the most wonderful time of year! But trying to make healthy choices, in addition to attending holiday gatherings and
Looking for a way to relax? Increase circulation? Boost immunities? Would you believe me if I said you could accomplish all of that with something
By Michele Robert Poche Vertigo is the feeling of motion, spinning and tilting in the absence of any movement. Although it can be quite
35 million Americans are affected each year by seasonal allergies. As pollen scatters through the air, rhinitis attacks become abundant, causing pain and irritation in the
The mind is a very powerful thing! Hypothetically, our thoughts can be likened to seeds we plant in our minds. These seeds can grow into
By Liz Genest Smith If you deal with a chronic condition, have ever been injured, or are simply over 40, you know how important it
By Shannon Brown Consider Bioidentical Hormones Bioidentical hormones have gotten a lot of attention recently. Instead of hormone medications, bioidentical hormones are an exact match
By Liz McGehee To achieve mind-body-soul balance, nurture your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual needs in the following ways: 1. Maintain a grateful attitude. Creating and
When toxins are plentiful, the body has a sure way of letting you know the signs and symptoms of toxicity. Toxins are harmful substances that
Each one of the habits below can reduce your risk of breast cancer by more than 50%. By implementing many of these into your lifestyle,
By:Amber Arevalos Nothing is more naturally beautiful than a rainbow. Believe it or not, there are foods of every color in the rainbow. From vibrant
By Kristy Podruchny When it comes to chronic inflammation, nature has a lot to offer. Relief from rheumatoid arthritis (RA) often comes from natural remedies—in
By:Amber Arevalos Nothing is more naturally beautiful than a rainbow. Believe it or not, there are foods of every color in the rainbow. From vibrant
The life cycle begins and ends with breathing, from the first cry exiting the womb to the last dying breath as the body shuts down.
You know the statistics -more than one-third of children and more than two-thirds of adults in the UnitedStates are overweight or obese. Those numbersare high
It may seem futuristic, but what if you could improve your health by using your mind? Two ancient therapies can help you do just that!
Did you know that burying the hatchet offers many health benefits? Letting go of anger and resentment can actually reduce anxiety, lower blood pressure, and
“I’m probably tired from working too hard.” “I’m too young.” “This pain will pass.” It’s easy to dismiss the signs of heart disease, but ignoring
By Sara Kirckland That dreaded time of the year is almost here – cold and flu season. This means sicknesses brought on by cooler temperatures,
Eastern cultural traditions place great importance on breathing properly; they claim it is essential to maintaining chi – the life-force energy. Seeking relaxation techniques to counteract the
By Shannon Brown We stopped taking antibiotics after we began feeling better, or perhaps, began exercising too soon. It’s okay, we’ve all been there. But
By: Patricia Danflous Enjoy life. Stop and smell the flowers – or just take time to use your nose, mouth and lungs for cleansing and wellness.
Looking for a way to relax? Increase circulation? Boost immunities? Would you believe me if I said you could accomplish all of that with something