Moving After Meals

As a kid, were you ever told you had to wait 30 minutes after eating to play, swim or run around? It turns out that the opposite may be true! In fact, one of the best things to do immediately after eating a meal is to go on a light

Is Bigger Better?

Over the last 20 years portion sizes have not only increased at fast food establishments, but also at restaurants and even in our homes. As a nation we are eating more than ever and moving less each day as we continue to transition from physical to sedentary jobs. When we

Healthy Breakfasts for Your Busy Life

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. But some mornings, you may find yourself overwhelmed, out of time and reaching for a breakfast bar while running out the door. Having a gourmet breakfast may not always be realistic during the workweek, but that doesn’t mean you can’t plan

Morning Movement for the Win

The alarm clock sounds, and you slowly make your way out of bed. You sleepily stumble to the kitchen to pour yourself a hot mug of coffee or tea and then find yourself on the couch, turning on the TV or scrolling through your phone to catch up on the

Use Psychology to Shop Smarter

You park your car, grab a cart and enter through the automatic double doors. Immediately, you’re hit with sensory overload — the smell of freshly baked goods, the sound of gentle music playing and the sight of aisles filled with bright-colored, well-marketed items that all seem to be screaming “pick

The Whole Truth About Whole Grains

Whole grains have become a hot topic in recent years due to their health benefits. In fact, the most recent nutrition guide released by the USDA recommends that at least half of the grains you consume are whole grains. What does the term whole grain mean, and what exactly are

Quick Floor Movement Flow

Whether it be from walking, running, biking, sitting or playing sports, our hips are constantly placed under tension. This tension can add up and cause tightness to occur in other areas, like our knees, backs and shoulders. The more we take care of our hips, the better our bodies will