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When Covid hit in the US it changed life as we know it. I began entirely working from home and was forced to deal with tragedy and unexpected life changes that have altered my day-to-day in ways that I never imagined - the loss of a loved one, another close family member developing a life-long disease less than week later, and staying home in order to avoid contracting the virus to protect those close to me with underlying conditions and weakened immune systems.That said, during that time my exe …

Physical fitness and exercise have been linked to improved mental health time and time again. While someone who suffers from anxiety or depression may find it extraordinarily difficult to motivate themselves to get started, the benefits are substantial and the results are proven to be valuable. Studies have been done repeatedly and the results are in - exercise is linked to improved mental health and well-being. Don’t take our word for it, conduct a quick Google search and you’ll be a believer i …

If stretching isn’t part of your exercise routine, you may want to consider integrating it into your regimen. Stretching offers a multitude of benefits including better flexibility, stronger muscles, reduced risk of injury, and better posture. Our muscles and ligaments are meant to be moved regularly, and if they’re not this can cause joint stiffness, weak bones, and many other physical ailments. And if we overdo it during our routine, it can cause injury, and lead to a huge interruption in our …

New to the weight lifting game? Haven’t even started? Never even considered it?! Weight lifting can be rewarding in many ways - it’s not limited to bulking up, though you can do that if you so desire. Lifting weights contributes to weight loss, strengthens your muscles, increases your stamina, improves heart health, raises metabolism, and makes you stronger. So why wouldn’t you want to incorporate lifting weights into your workout routine?Here are some tips for setting your new weightlifting goa …

Making the perfect smoothie may be a matter of opinion, depending on your health and fitness goals, but one key fact is that the ingredients you use make all the difference. If your smoothie is loaded with sugar, artificial flavors, ice cream, simple syrup, etc., then you’re basically making a shake and missing out on the benefits that can be reaped from these easy-to-make, quick-to-ingest, nutrient-rich drinks. Don’t load up your smoothies with unnecessary sugary substances to add flavor - cons …