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
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
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
There are 120 hours in a five-day workweek. If you spend 40 hours working each week, that’s one-third of your time — and 2,080 hours total per year. How much of this time do you spend sitting at your workstation? Could you be using more of it to improve your
Maintaining good posture is tough. We sit a lot — at work, in the car, at the dinner table, while visiting with family and friends. Sitting is not a bad thing, but sitting incorrectly with slouched shoulders is. This position tends to happen frequently when we’re not paying attention to
Moving more throughout your day is a guaranteed way to improve your health. Researchers say that the more non-exercise activity thermogenesis (NEAT) you get throughout the day, the healthier you become, and the more calories you burn. NEAT keeps your body moving regularly in a way that prevents chronic diseases
The winter months can bring a sense of calm, cheer and excitement, but they can also bring freezing temperatures and busy schedules. Don’t let the cold deter you from exercising and getting your daily movement in! The Slainte team is here to help by providing you with at-home workout options
Exercise has been proven to decrease the risk of major diseases, fight off the effects of aging, keep metabolisms fast and foster a positive mental state. Regular movement also increases our overall enjoyment of life. The positive effects of movement are just as beneficial when it comes to diabetes. Exercise
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