Wellness Blogs & Resources

From Couch to 5K: A Training Plan for New Runners

From Couch to 5K: A Training Plan for New Runners

For new runners, a 5K can sound pretty intimidating. But even if you’ve never run before, running your first 5K is completely achievable, regardless of your fitness level. You just need to have patience, persistence, and lots of motivation. Of course, it also helps to...

How to Find Purpose in Your Work

How to Find Purpose in Your Work

"A job is a job." We've all heard this phrase before. At the end of the day, a job provides an income and supports us financially. And while that might be true, there's still a lot of value in finding meaning in our jobs. Jobs allow us to build relationships, learn...

Tips for Gardening at Home

Tips for Gardening at Home

Growing your own food has so many health benefits — physical, mental, social, you name it. Gardening is a good form of exercise, it can improve your diet, reduce your stress levels, and bring you closer to others with community garden beds. Studies have even found...

What to Shop for at the Farmers Market

What to Shop for at the Farmers Market

The weather is warming up, which means it's finally that time of year — farmers market season. Shopping at a farmers market is the easiest way to eat locally-grown, fresh produce. And it's easy to know where the food comes from — the growers are right there and you...

The Mental Health Benefits of Being Socially Connected

The Mental Health Benefits of Being Socially Connected

Everyone loves to have a good time. You know when you leave a social gathering feeling totally refreshed and completely fulfilled? We're all familiar with that warm, fuzzy feeling. Time spent with those that you trust and that care about you is good for everyone. But...

Facts and Myths About Mental Health

Facts and Myths About Mental Health

Over the last few years, mental health has become a hot topic of discussion. The COVID-19 pandemic really shifted the conversation on mental health and how we view mental illness — it's taken away some of the stigma, and therapy has become more popular, and even...

The Mental Health Benefits of Spring Cleaning

The Mental Health Benefits of Spring Cleaning

Spring is finally here. The days are longer, the weather is warmer, and our windows are open as much as possible. And many of us are planning our annual weekend of spring cleaning after a long winter of being cooped up inside. Sure, cleaning isn't super exciting for...

The 5 Best Stretches for a Long Road Trip

The 5 Best Stretches for a Long Road Trip

Hitting the road for a family vacation soon? Unfortunately, Long car rides come with long periods of sitting, often resulting in neck and hip stiffness, lower back discomfort, muscle cramps, and knee pain. The good news is, taking a few minutes to hop out of the car...

Hacks For Eating Healthy While On The Road

Hacks For Eating Healthy While On The Road

Spring Break is just around the corner, and a lot of us are looking forward to time off from our jobs, routines, and (hopefully) the cold weather. But, it’s easy to see vacation as a break from everything—including healthy eating habits. Of course, it's ok to splurge...

How To Fuel Your Workouts

How To Fuel Your Workouts

Have you started working out since the new year? And are you feeling the benefits? Have you been an avid athlete training for an upcoming event? Whether competitive or recreational, physical activity puts extra demands on your body. So you need to make sure you...