At times, it can be difficult to commit to a large change, whether it be beginning a new fitness program, implementing a healthy habit or modifying an aspect of your lifestyle. But when you commit to change, you take the first — and sometimes most difficult — step in the
Have you ever tried using a chain, but one link doesn’t work properly? If this one link is even slightly broken, the whole chain could fall apart. The human body can be viewed in a similar way. The joints in our body make up what is known as the kinetic
The human body can be thought of as three separate systems — the mind, the body and the soul. The connection between these systems reflects how your thoughts and feelings affect your physical well-being and vice versa. Oftentimes, we are faced with daily challenges that could derail these systems. What
As the famous saying goes, “Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.” But what makes the morning meal so special? The energy our bodies use to function throughout the day is given to us through food. When you first wake up, your body is very low on energy
For your body to function properly, you need to consume the three macronutrients that help fuel your energy systems: carbohydrates, fats and proteins. The main function of carbohydrates and fats is to provide the body with energy, also known as ATP. Proteins, on the other hand, are mainly used to
For many, it can be difficult to fit time for working out into your busy schedule. But did you know completing three 10-minute workouts throughout your day can provide the same benefits as one 30-minute workout? When it comes to working out, a little bit can go a long way.
We are often faced with the challenges and demands of everyday life: work, school, family, household chores, etc. The most difficult challenge of all is navigating yourself through these demands with a calm mind and giving each component the full attention it needs. Yoga can be a great tool for
“You don’t have to see the whole staircase,” Martin Luther King Jr. once said. “Just take the first step.” Change can often feel overwhelming. It may seem like you have endless meetings, phone calls, distractions and overall chaos in your life that keeps you from starting something new or working
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