As the hands on the clock continue to click away, the prospect of growing older can be met with trepidation or embraced as an opportunity for personal growth and well-being. Aging is an inevitable aspect of life, but the manner in which we navigate this journey plays a vital role in our overall health and […]
Cultural norms are the unwritten rules or expectations of behavior and thoughts based on shared beliefs within a specific cultural or social group. While many of these norms serve as valuable guidelines that shape our behavior, it is important to recognize that sometimes defying these norms can lead to a healthier lifestyle. Some examples of norms […]
In March of 2020, when the world shut down for COVID my husband said he was starting intermittent fasting. I had never heard of it. He had done some research, listened to several pod casts, and was ready to start. It was not just a fad for him. His motto was intermittent fasting as a […]
Sedentary lifestyles used to take precedence, now they seem to be a thing of the past. People see the benefits from their physical and mental wellbeing. Movement and exercise have become wanted cravings. I wake up every single morning with that craving. I know or quickly develop a plan for what activity I will engage […]
I was doing research on the web recently, looking up statistics in health and fitness. I was disillusioned at the numbers reported. The information was disturbing. It made me more determined to learn how to be “amazing amid alarming statistics” in the United States. Below are some of the facts that I reviewed. Statistic Review […]
I was listening to a pod cast recently where the presenter is 102 years old. She is a medical doctor, and is still teaching, living life to her fullest, and laughing. Her biggest message is that life if our greatest teacher. If we listen, life will teach us what we need to know. Our everyday […]
In our fast-pace modern lives, health and fitness often take a backseat as we prioritize work, family, and social commitments. However, it is important to realize that neglecting our well-being can have serious consequences in the long run. To truly prioritize, we need to take time to define the direction of health and fitness. We […]
No matter where you are in the journey of life, it’s not too late to make different fitness choices. Aging is inevitable. I do not want to look back on my life and wish that I made different choices. I want to make those choices now (even in my 60’s) that will help me continue […]
Good health is important for overall happiness. A healthy body leads to a healthy mind. The reverse is also true in that a healthy mind leads to a healthy body. They are in sync with each other. When you are happy with life, your body will reap the benefits. Make time to prioritize your wellness […]
We have many responsibilities in life. Our responsibilities pull us in many different directions and take up our time, attention, and our energy. The one obligation that we all have in common is the responsibility to be our own heath conductor. In our fast paced, overly busy lives, taking care of our health and fitness […]