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Fuel Your Summer Workout
Exercise should be a year-round habit. A combination of resistance, cardiovascular, balance, and flexibility training supports overall health and longevity. Many of us are thrilled to move our workouts outdoors. However, as outdoor temperatures rise, your body must work harder to keep cool. That means usual nutrition and hydration routines may need a seasonal adjustment. Regardless of your outdoor exercise, the right nutrition and hydration strategies can help you maintain energy, prevent fatigue, and stay [...]
What is Holistic Wellness?
Holistic or integrated wellness addresses the body as a whole, where each area works in harmony with the others. The American Institute of Health Care Professionals1 defines it as “an approach to health that considers the whole person, addressing physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual components of well-being.” Holistic approaches emphasize the integration of these areas, suggesting that they should be considered together when treating and maintaining health. It is not an alternative to traditional [...]
What is Sleepmaxxing?
A viral trend called Sleepmaxxing is sweeping its way through social media. It combines various strategies and practices to optimize nightly sleep. While prioritizing sleep is a necessary component of health, is the approach of sleepmaxxing safe and effective? As with many things on the internet, trends can become popular before adequate research has been completed. Not every trend is beneficial, and certainly not one size fits all. Let’s explore the pros, cons, and overall [...]
Trending Fitness Tech
The tech and fitness industries are continuously growing and evolving. As they come together, we see new trends constantly emerging. Let’s break down the current trends and explore the benefits they can bring to your current fitness routine. Wearable Tech From watches and rings to bands and smart clothing, wearable fitness tech is gaining popularity and continues to expand and improve. Watches and wristbands remain the most common form, providing numerous metrics with quick and [...]
Preventive Habits for a Longer, Healthier Life
Health and longevity in life are not simply measured by the quantity of years, but by the quality that accompanies them. The daily habits we make impact our wellness today and in the future. The following preventive practices can help support long-term health and quality of life. Eat Nutritiously Fill your daily diet with a variety of colorful, nutrient-rich foods. Aim to incorporate a variety of fruits and vegetables to obtain the necessary vitamins, minerals, [...]
Mindful Eating for Stress Relief: How Food Becomes Self-Care
In our busy lives, eating often happens quickly. We may grab a bite between meetings, scroll through our phones, or eat in the car. When meals become rushed, food feels like just another chore. Mindful eating offers an easy way to slow down and turn meals into moments of self-care that benefit both mental and physical health. What is Mindful Eating? Mindful eating means paying full attention to the experience of eating. Instead of hurrying [...]
4 Ways to Combat Digital Stress
We live in an ever-expanding digital era, where news, communication, work, and entertainment are constantly at our fingertips. Between emails and social media, it can be challenging to unplug. Technology can certainly make our lives easier in many ways. However, when it is misused or abused, it can bring negative impacts such as stress, mental health issues, and disruptions in sleep. Practicing strategies to combat digital stressors can keep our screen time more manageable and [...]
The Pros and Cons of Wearing a Weighted Vest for Exercise
Trends come and go in the fitness industry, making it difficult to navigate what is worthwhile and beneficial. A recent trend includes wearing a weighted vest for exercise. This is often referred to as rucking. While this training tactic originated from military training to build strength and endurance, it has now become a mainstream physical activity. Weighted vests can add intensity to workouts, but they are not necessarily the best option for every exerciser. We’ll [...]
Why Oral Health is Important for Wellness
Most of us are familiar with the importance of brushing our teeth regularly and maintaining good oral hygiene. However, oral health goes beyond clean teeth and healthy gums. Caring for our mouths has a direct impact on our overall well-being. Let’s explore how proper dental care can benefit our physical and mental health. Prevent and Manage Diseases and Conditions The mouth is full of germs and bacteria. While they are largely harmless, some dangerous germs [...]
Mindful Eating for a Better Metabolism
In a world of quick meals, constant multitasking, and endless diet advice, many people worry that their metabolism is “slow” or “broken.” While genetics and age do play a role, everyday behaviors and habits, such as how we eat, significantly influence our body’s energy balance (metabolism). One powerful, evidence-based strategy that often gets overlooked is mindful eating[i]. Mindful eating is not a diet. It doesn’t require special foods, supplements, or calorie counting. Instead, it involves [...]