February is American Heart Month. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States; however, it is largely preventable. The first step toward heart health is understanding your risk of heart disease. Here are the ABCs of heart disease: Lower your chance of developing heart disease by decreasing the risk factors that […]
Fitness Tips for Holiday Travels
We’re coming up on the holidays. It’s the usual time for indulgences. It’s also an easy time to slack off on our regular workouts. If you’re traveling this season, maintaining consistency is especially challenging. Moreover, depending on where you’re headed, you may not have access to the regular equipment you use. Sure, you can do […]
Giving Thanks and the Healing Power of Gratitude
“Gratitude can transform common days into thanksgiving, turn routine jobs into joy, and change ordinary opportunities into blessings.” -Proverb While all of us enjoy the feeling of receiving and expressing gratitude, new research shows that a regular practice of giving thanks actually improves our wellbeing. In the article “The Neuroscience of Gratitude and Effects on […]