When you receive instruction to add movement to your day, which of the following come to mind? • Perform a strength workout • Walk before or after work • Increase your cardio minutes • Aim for 10,000 steps per day • Participate in a group exercise class Though the above
Take a moment to read the story below. An old Cherokee was teaching his grandson about life. “A fight is going on inside me,” he said to the boy. “It is a terrible fight, and it is between two wolves. One is evil — he is anger, envy, sorrow, regret, greed,
Breathing seems simple, right? We breathe every day without having to think about it. But how often do you consciously focus on the technique itself? Focused and controlled breathing benefits your body and mind. From a physical standpoint, controlled breathing helps your diaphragm. This muscle is often in a squished
Close your eyes. Picture a moment that once brought you joy, a moment that made you smile and feel happy without effort. It could be a hike with beautiful views, the sight of your kids laughing uncontrollably, a nice conversation with someone special, or a time you sat with a
“The most important thing you will ever wear is your attitude.” – Jeff Moore Each morning when we wake up, we have the opportunity to embrace a positive attitude. It is hard work to consciously control your thoughts, attitudes and actions despite outside forces or events. However, adopting a more
When was the last time you said something nice about yourself? For many of us, self-confidence boosters are few and far between. And yet, we have no problem criticizing ourselves. Why is that? There are two powerful words we use daily, whether internally or out loud. Those words are “I
Cars need fuel. To keep them running as long and healthy as possible, they need the right type of fuel. Cheaper fuels tend to increase the risk of engine damage over time. Much like cars, our minds need fuel to operate, and the type of fuel we fill our minds
Mental health often has a stigma surrounding it. Some people forget or misunderstand that mental illnesses are medical conditions that can be treated and should be taken seriously. If not treated or recognized, they can interrupt daily activities and increase the likelihood of other illnesses and diseases. Talking to the
Something you could be doing right now could be impacting you in ways you never imagined. Do you know what it is? If you guessed sitting, you are correct. Prolonged periods of sitting have an immense impact on your musculoskeletal system, heart, lungs and body composition. Couple that with poor
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