When you think about muscles, you probably think about the ones in your arms, legs, back or abs. However, muscles do far more than move the body. A muscle is a type of tissue, a group of cells that work together to accomplish a specific job, like movement. They regulate metabolism, support the immune system,…
The connection between your mental wellbeing and your physical health is far more significant than you might think. Your behaviors, outlook, attitude, beliefs, feelings and thoughts can directly affect your body’s physiological functions. Conversely, what you eat, how much you exercise and how well you sleep can impact your mental state. Many things can cause…
Summertime is an amazing time to set goals and instill new routines. If you feel like you’ve been hibernating indoors, now is a great time to get outside, exercise, and enjoy a little sunshine. Exercise is the key to improving your fitness. Taking in some sun will boost your vitamin D production, which is critical…
Confidence is a belief in oneself, a knowledge of your capabilities to face life’s challenges and succeed, no matter what. Most people want to feel more confident in life, but cultivating confidence is something you have to actively build and maintain. Confidence can feel elusive or easy to lose when you experience feelings of failure…
No matter what age you are, you can benefit from being flexible. Many people tend to overlook the importance of both physical and mental flexibility in their lives. Flexibility is both a physical and mental aspect of our lives and working to become more flexible has many benefits that can help improve your overall well-being….
Life is about balance. The word balance has two definitions and both are important to consider as you age. Balance can refer to distributing your energy among different things in the right proportion (i.e. – finding the perfect balance between work and play). Creating balance between your obligations and interests creates a stable foundation that…
Spring is in the air! This is the perfect season to get moving, be fit, and have fun. One of the best ways to improve your overall health and get in shape is to dance. Dancing can be many things: an expression of art, a social activity with friends, part of a cultural experience, a…
Resilience is the ability to successfully adapt to difficult or challenging life experiences. A person with great resilience has the capacity to withstand or to recover more quickly from difficulties. But did you know that resilience is also linked to better overall health and wellness? Regular exercise obviously builds a person’s physical resilience, but new…
The Spring season symbolizes fresh starts. It is the perfect time to try out new and exciting workout ideas that will help you get in shape and feel great. You can also enjoy your indoor workouts outside too. With spring comes warmer weather, longer days and lots of sunshine. Wake up and smell the roses,…
February is American Heart month, a time to celebrate the most important organ in the human body. When you don’t take care of your heart health, your whole quality of life diminishes. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, accounting for more than 25% of every single death. This is…
