Wellness Healthcare Fitness
A new study suggests that for constant sitters, even taking a 10-minute walk every couple of hours can have a significant benefit. For years now, the American Heart Association and other health organizations have been warning the public that sitting kills. Too much sedentary time increases the likelihood of heart disease, diabetes, and death. Sitting […]
Does this happen to you as well? The morning alarm rings, and you’re scrambling to get out of bed. We’ve all been there. The very first thing on your mind after waking up? Coffee. Your favorite cuppa promises to shake off the sleepiness and give you that much needed jolt to start your day. But […]
The importance of recovery days cannot be overlooked. In most health-focused conversations, people and experts are often quick to focus on cultivating habits around physical activity, movement, or nutrition. While both of these are important (very important!), there’s something that gets easily overlooked: rest days. I was totally caught off guard when I got my […]
Cholesterol is the big fat enemy in the lives of a lot of us. I am sure you must also know somebody in your family who suffers from this problem. High levels of bad cholesterol can be the reason for several heart diseases, kidney problems, and cognitive decline as well. But this is not the […]
Do you dread your wellness routine? Doing your workout. Prepping healthy meals. Getting out for a walk. I get it, it can feel like a lot. But what if I told you it could be more fun? To get there, we have to remember that as children, playfulness was a natural, intuitive part of life. […]
A federal judge in North Dakota has ruled in favor of 19 states that challenged a Biden administration rule allowing — for the first time — enrollment in Affordable Care Act coverage by people brought to the U.S. as children without immigration paperwork, known as “Dreamers.” The move effectively bars those who have qualified for […]
People often ask me about Pilates vs. Barre—which is better and what are the differences. I’ve taught Pilates for more than a decade and got certified as a barre instructor nearly 9 years ago as well, so I love to discuss the differences as well as what to watch for when determining if Pilates or […]
A new Australian study suggests that it’s never too late to start moving more to improve health and quality of life. For women in their fifties, staying active or getting active may be for quality of life what putting money in a 401k is for retirement savings — an investment that will pay off in […]
You may have heard someone say, “just listen to your body” and thought: “How do I even do that?” I get it. Learning how to listen to my body has been a practice of mine for the last decade—and I still have to be mindful about it today. This skill is crucial for maintaining a […]
Grocery shopping when you’re watching what you eat can put a dent in your wallet. But with these tips from registered dietitians, it doesn’t have to. Have you ever experienced a shockingly high grocery bill when trying to eat healthier? If so, you’re not alone. A meta-analysis of past studies suggests that eating a healthful diet that’s rich in […]
