Now is the perfect time to sit down and think about the unwanted friend that may be negatively impacting your health and your life – stress! You know the symptoms that stress can plague you with: anxiety, trouble sleeping, physical aches and pains, feelings of helplessness and irritability; but, did
Mindfulness: the basic human ability to be fully present, aware of where we are and what we’re doing, and not overly reactive or overwhelmed by what’s going on around us. –Mindful.org Being mindful, even for a minute, is no easy feat. Our minds process between 50,000 and 70,000 thoughts per
We are exposed to some form of stress every day: Traffic Running late The morning rush to get the kids off to school on time Cutting it close to a deadline Worrying about our health Working out at a high intensity Balancing multiple projects Scheduling many appointments or events in
We all want to be the best version of ourselves – the best parent, sibling, leader, coach, athlete, etc. We are in a self-help renaissance with many books, talks and other resources available to help us achieve this goal. These resources suggest meditating, journaling, practicing gratitude, living health and tracking
We live in a fast-paced society. Technological inventions like high-speed internet and drive-through restaurants have fostered a culture that expects results quickly. While these inventions have helped us become more efficient in our daily lives, the “results-now” mindset has made its way into the fitness industry. Every day we see
Breathing is as simple as inhaling oxygen and exhaling carbon dioxide. Breathing is the most fundamental task we do every day, and, when done correctly, it can yield the following benefits: Increase our cardiovascular efficiency and strength Improve our lifting technique, core stabilization and balance Help us manage stress and
Our body is built to handle a high amount of stress, and, in some situations, stress is necessary for positive outcomes. However, the more we are exposed to stress and the less time we spend relaxing, the worse it is for our bodies. Just like a car, in order to
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