Tag Archives: Exercise
Sweat Away Those Blues
You know exercise is good for your physical health, but did you know how effective it can be at actually improving your mental well-being and reducing depression? Each year Americans spend $10 billion on medications to treat depression, which, while … Continue reading
Easy, Natural Stress-Busting Remedies
You probably can’t escape all the stress in your life, but you can find more natural ways to combat its effect on you. From the scents of essential oils to massage, discover some natural ways you can easily reduce your … Continue reading
Don’t Run on Empty! Make the Most of Your Post-Run Snack
If running is your exercise of choice, you know the importance of refueling after your workout is complete. There are a variety of healthy, natural snacks and meals you can eat after your run that will help you recover and … Continue reading
Natural Pain Relievers for Arthritis
If you are one of the 50 million Americans suffering from arthritis, don’t let the pain rule your life. There are many natural pain relievers, from fish oil to massage therapy, which can help lessen symptoms. Read on to learn … Continue reading
Avoiding an Injury When Training for a Marathon
Whether you are a veteran marathon runner or starting to train for your first race, it is important to take precautions to avoid an injury. Running a marathon (26.2 miles!) is a big physical and mental challenge. The best thing … Continue reading
Benefits of Walking
Before you crank up the speed on your treadmill, listen up! There are many health benefits of walking. Yes, you heard us right. You shouldn’t feel pressured to include six minute-mile sprints in your workout routine. Steady, low-impact walking can … Continue reading
Yoga and Massage Therapy
Photo courtesy of Self.com Yoga is the perfect complement to routine massage therapy. Why? Because both yoga and massage therapy have many health benefits and when combined they can really help increase the overall quality of life for a person. … Continue reading
New Fitness Trends to Spice Up Your Workout
When the treadmill and elliptical machine get boring, and new music downloaded to your iPod isn’t helping much, it may be time to switch up your fitness routine. Ask a personal trainer and they will tell you that it’s important … Continue reading
Fall Back Into Fitness
Making fitness part of your everyday routine is not an easy task. But exercising on the regular couldn’t be more important in helping to maintain a healthy, happy lifestyle. Setting goals and sticking to a plan is key. Realize that … Continue reading
Common Mistakes to Avoid When Working Out
It’s that time again. We’ve all been there before. Instead of fighting, let’s work together to get in shape this summer. We all deserve to look and feel our best. In order to achieve the outcome you’re reaching for, it’s … Continue reading