Weary of trying to cut through the clutter of misinformation and unsupported claims about what you should or shouldn’t be eating? With so much information at our fingertips, it can be really challenging to separate fact from fiction. But eating nutritiously doesn’t have to be complicated. Here are four essential tips to help ensure you’re getting the nutrients your body needs to stay healthy and energetic
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Tuesday, September 08 2020
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC 2020) presently recommends that everyone wear a cloth face covering (mask) in public settings, where other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain in order to slow the spread of COVID-19. Symptoms of COVID-19 include a cough, difficulty breathing, fever or chills, fatigue, body aches, headache, loss of taste or smell, sore throat, runny nose, nausea and diarrhea. Importantly, the CDC scientists report that recent studies indicate that many individuals with COVID-19 lack symptoms (i.e., are “asymptomatic”) and can transmit COVID-19 to others before showing any discernible sign of having the illness. The evidence suggests that the virus can spread between people interacting in close proximity—for example, speaking, singing, coughing, or sneezing—even if those persons are not exhibiting any symptoms. Monday, August 24 2020
For many people, stress levels are at an all-time high. Although we can’t completely remove the sources of stress from our lives, we can find tools and techniques that can help us better manage the stress. Improving sleep habits, increasing physical activity, practicing mindfulness and unplugging from the news or social media can definitely go a long way toward reducing stress. And, as this article explains, modifying your eating habits can also go a long way toward helping you manage your stress levels. Wednesday, August 05 2020
You’re stuck at home without the ability to go to the gym, and all you have for equipment are a set of dumbbells. Plus, you only have 30 minutes or less to get in a workout (including a warm-up), so what can you do? Short answer—more than you might think. In fact, the variations are endless. Saturday, July 25 2020
Thursday, July 02 2020
“Aches, pains and health issues are just a part of getting older.” “I’m too old to start exercising now.” You’ve likely heard these statements at some point in your life, and maybe you’ve even started to repeat them as you've gotten older. Common as they are, these statements are more like myths. You can improve your physical well-being in your older adult years even if you’ve never exercised before. Monday, June 15 2020
Balance is a vital component of health and physical performance and is essential for activities of daily living like climbing stairs or carrying heavy loads. Balance also improves athletic performance, allowing athletes to move and transfer energy more efficiently. Balance is especially important for older adults hoping to reduce the risk of falls and injuries. Saturday, May 23 2020
Tuesday, April 14 2020
Have you ever thought about how often you make decisions about your food and how much time you spend eating every day? Because food is such a large part of your day, why not pay attention to it more when you sit down to eat? This is when mindful eating can help you slow down the pace of your eating and help make you more mindful of your food choices naturally. Saturday, March 21 2020
Nutrition labels are required by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to provide accurate serving sizes, calories and fats per serving as well as specific details about vitamins, nutrients and added sugars. When you’re trying to eat more nutritious foods, cut refined carbs, avoid gluten or steer clear of genetically modified foods, nutrition labels provide a wealth of useful information. Saturday, January 18 2020
Change is the only guarantee on the journey to becoming a new mom. In a short period of time, new moms experience emotional, physical, psychological and lifestyle change. The postpartum period, in particular, is often a delicate and emotionally taxing time for new moms. Everything is new and the healing process has just begun. New moms might be eager to “bounce back” and return to their pre-pregnancy state of physical fitness and emotional health, but the time period after baby arrives is often more challenging than anticipated. As health and exercise professionals, we need to care for our postpartum clients and help them navigate their new world by focusing on a positive mindset and the goal of being fit for life. |
