Close your eyes. Take a moment to imagine a time you experienced pure joy — a time when you were in the moment and not worried about other things going on in your life. In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, it’s easy to get caught up in
Regular preventative health screenings are a crucial aspect of maintaining your overall welfare. By scheduling an annual visit with your primary care physician, you establish baselines for key health indicators like body composition, bloodwork, and lifestyle changes. These screenings not only help guide you toward a healthier lifestyle but also
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
How do you measure success? Do you measure the gain or the gap? Too often, we define success by comparing where we are in any given moment against the ideal, or the end goal, we set out to achieve. With this mindset, we are measuring the gap while completely missing
Although rucking may seem like just the latest outdoor fitness craze, it is a regular part of human life and something people have done throughout history. Very simply, rucking is walking or hiking with added weight, usually carried on your back. Rucking has its origins in the military, and the
Did you know people with strong social bonds live 50% longer than those with fewer social connections? Not only does social connection affect us on a personal level, but it also affects our communities. Strong social connections strengthen communities by building trust and resilience within them. Having strong bonds within
Feeling too busy to work out? Exercising in short spurts may be the answer when you are running low on minutes and motivation. The mini workout requires less time, frequently needs little or no equipment, benefits all fitness levels and promotes consistent exercise habits. Mini workouts are short workout sessions
This month, we celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Mental Health Awareness Week (October 1-7). Throughout the month, we’re host various events and fundraisers supporting Breastcancer.org, an online resource that provides guidance to those who have been affected by a breast cancer diagnosis. With these events in mind, we can
Running has grown tremendously in popularity as more people prioritize physical activity in order to sustain a healthy lifestyle. While the number of casual and competitive runners has increased, so have the injuries related to this activity. According to a study in the Journal of Sport and Health Science, 50%
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