Ways to Squeeze in Exercise During the Holiday Season
As soon as November hits, our already hectic schedules get even busier. And there are only so many hours in a day. Something has to go. Unfortunately, the first thing to take a hit — even when we need it the most — is typically our workout routine. The average...
5 Benefits of Outdoor Exercise
The nights might be getting longer and the weather might be cooling off, but that doesn’t mean you have to give up all of your favorite outdoor activities. There are so many benefits to spending time outside—like an improved mood, increased energy, and better...
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...
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...
10 Ways To Stay Active When You’re Stuck Inside
There’s nothing better than cozying up with a blanket and binge-watching your favorite shows during the winter. But, the colder, snowy weather isn’t an excuse to totally ditch your exercise routine. Staying active during the winter season is important — it...
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- A Healthier Way to Tailgate September 12, 2024There's a slight chill in the air, the leaves are starting to change colors, the kids are back in school — it's beginning to feel like fall. And with the change of the season comes some of our favorite autumn traditions, like apple picking, carving pumpkins, corn mazes, and of course, tailgating.
- Self-Myofascial Release: Gaining the Benefits of Massage on Our Own September 12, 2024We all know the basic benefits that getting a massage give us — reduced muscle tension, better sleep, improved flexibility and circulation, and more. But what about self-myofascial release?
- 5 Benefits of Packing Your Lunch August 14, 2024Childhood and adulthood are wildly different, but they do have one thing in common—both kids and adults must make a decision on whether to pack their lunch, eat at the cafeteria, or go out. Granted, in the case of children, it’s usually the parent that decides, but the fact remains—it’s a choice that must be […]
- How to Cope with Back-to-School Stress August 7, 2024As the summer winds down and the new school year begins, the excitement of going back to school is often mixed with feelings of stress, anxiety, and nervousness. Back-to-school stress is common for not only students, but parents and teachers as well.