If you’re looking for simple ways to keep you in a happy place mentally and physically, you just might have everything that you need right inside your home. Too many people tend to think that they have to go outside and explore to be able to find the peace and…
You would have to have considerable knowledge of science and math to calculate your VO2max when working out, and figure out how much to consume of each individual nutrient when you’re eating breakfast. Then, there are the fitness studies that produce conflicting headlines every other week. Wouldn’t it be nice…
It's easy to forget the importance of everything we put into our bodies. While you can't always eat a completely balanced diet, you can reduce your stress levels simply by choosing stress-fighting foods. Since everyone is different, some stress-relieving foods might work for you while others may not. Your best…
Are you aware of the connection between physical pain and depression? It’s important to understand the link, and how it affects your body and mind. This understanding can help you with treatment and therapy. Learn more about this depression and pain dilemma: Understand the depression and physical pain cycle. Health…
When you think about your body, do you think about the pounds you want to lose or wish that you could run a mile in less time? Maybe you only notice your physical condition when you have a cold or your lower back aches. With so many responsibilities at home…
Maybe you have friends who love exercise classes with tough ab work. They want to leave feeling nauseous and sore. On the other hand, you’d like an easier way to strengthen your core. You can have a firm and flat midsection without feeling like you caught the flu. A gentler…
You just finished a long day at work. It's about 6 PM and now you get to sit in traffic for over an hour until you finally get home to put your feet up. Chances are you may not have the time or the motivation to exercise. Most people in…
Scientists once believed that the mind and the body were separate, that one didn’t influence the other. Today we know that isn’t the case. Your stress levels and general mental state can have profound effects on the efficacy of your immune system. Your immune system doesn’t just deal with illnesses…
You depend on your immune system to fight off foreign substances that could make you sick and help you recover if any of them slip through. A healthy lifestyle strengthens your body's defense network so you catch fewer colds and reduce your risk for many serious health conditions. Try these…
Strength training plays an important part in your health and fitness, but you may be concerned about injuring your joints or other body parts. By concentrating on proper technique, you can tone your muscles, enhance your posture, and reduce discomfort and stiffness in your joints. Moving around and building up…