It’s no secret that antioxidants are incredibly beneficial to good health. It’s believed the antioxidants in food can help prevent cancer, reverse or slow aging, enhance your immune system, increase your energy and improve heart and other organ health. Given all we know about antioxidants and their beneficial properties, it’s amazing more people don’t get enough fruits and vegetables, the primary sources of antioxidants.

Summer is just around the corner. It's time to kick your New Year's resolutions into high gear. You can lose weight in just a few months for summer without a gym or even heavy dieting. Follow these easy-to-implement weight loss tips to help you shed those last 10 pounds before summertime…

Your experiences are shaped by your thinking. Even obstacles have a value when you can see it. You can develop convictions that will help you to feel happier and achieve more, regardless of the situation. Consider these empowering beliefs that you can start using today to transform your life through the power of positive thinking…

If you are looking for the most effective way to achieve your fitness goals, you need to try high-intensity interval training (HIIT). HIIT workouts are a proven way to improve endurance, burn more fat faster and minimize training time, while still increasing strength and power.

Many of us make health-related resolutions, such as to lose weight, stop staying up late or join the neighborhood health club. While it is common to set high goals, experts say that setting smaller goals could do more for our health. Small steps are achievable and are easier to fit into your daily routine. They are less overwhelming than a big, sudden change…

It is a reality that we all experience stress from work, deadlines, homelife, family members, and just plain life. Let’s face it, when you’re stressed out, the foods that you’re turning to are most likely going to be traditional “comfort” foods – think big meals, take-out, fatty foods, sweet foods, and alcohol. Honestly, – we’ve all found some comfort in a tasty hamburger and a rootbeer or glass of wine with pasta when we’ve been stressed out or upset about something. Obviously, this isn’t a good permanent solution.

Step aside, exercise bands and basic balance balls! The TRX Suspension Trainer is here to stay—and for good reason, too. Now considered a mainstay at most gyms and health clubs across the country, the TRX suspension workout system was developed and utilized by the Navy SEALs. It is hands down, my favorite training tool as a personal trainer.

We all have goals. And usually a big one is how fit we are. I think every year when I look over my goals, I push my fitness goals to the top of the list because I know my health is my first wealth. But, I still find myself wondering why my nutrition and workout routines seem to fall short by the end of the year. Well, here’s the answer: commitment.

Growing up, I knew at an early age that I was “TYPE- A” perfectionist. I always worked hard for good grades and the chance to make the team at the top. It didn’t come easy and I didn’t always get an A or make the team. Whether we are talking about athletes, artists, or academics, the story is the same. If you want to fulfill your potential, then you must practice a specific skill for a long time with remarkable consistency. Mastery is never an accident. Mastery is rarely easy.

Self-care is simple. It’s all about tuning in to your needs – mentally, emotionally and physically – and doing things on purpose to take care of yourself. It’s about setting boundaries and putting YOU first. When was the last time you actually allowed yourself to slow down and do something that recharged you? Life can be busy and chaotic, and we rarely give ourselves a moment to rest. We end up putting our needs on the last rung of the ladder and we struggle because of it. Making self-care a part of your daily life is one of the best things you can do for your overall health and well-being. 

The more convenient it is to start exercising, the easier it’ll be to actually do it. Seems obvious, but how is your planning for a healthy lifestyle going? I am sure there are good days and bad. We are human and life happens, right? So, let’s have a plan to set us up for success in our daily lives.

Living your best life means something different to every single person and it doesn’t have to mean having fame and fortune. Your definition may be drastically different from that of your spouse or partner, too, and there’s nothing wrong with that. What’s important to remember is: No matter what your dreams, no matter what your circumstances, you CAN change your life’s path by making small changes. These small changes compound over time to produce amazing results, without taking a tremendous amount of time out of your daily life.

It’s human nature to want to be successful at everything we do in business and in life. Even though you may have some setbacks along the way, if you prepare yourself for the road ahead and really visualize what you want to accomplish, then the only person standing in your way of success is you.

We all have bad habits; it’s a fact of life because we’re human and imperfect. The good news is that bad habits can be changed with some discipline and work. Changing bad habits doesn’t happen overnight but simply acknowledging the bad behavior is the first step toward change. Here are some tips for changing bad habits into good habits.

Developing a self-care routine doesn’t mean you have to treat yourself to expensive luxuries and spend a lot of money. True self-care is more about listening to your mind, body AND budget and doing what works for you. It’s about showing yourself the love that you so freely give to everyone else and making the time to put yourself first. There are plenty of ways you can do this without breaking the bank. 

When it comes to self-care, one of the biggest misconceptions is that it takes a ton of time and effort to make it work. This couldn’t be further from the truth. If you’re new to the self-care arena, all of the tips, tricks and ideas floating around on the internet can be overwhelming and leave you feeling lost and unsure about how to start. The good news is, no matter how new you are to the space, a self-care routine isn’t difficult to begin. 

Taking care of your mental health is just as important as your physical health. In fact, the mind and body are so connected that when your mental health suffers, your physical health is sure to follow in the form of sickness and stress. Routine self-care plays a big role in making sure you develop good mental habits that will keep you operating at 100%. Here are 5 ways that self-care impacts your mental health in a positive way.

Do you keep a journal? I’ve spent years writing in journals of various forms and it’s my favorite writing practice. I have experienced so many benefits that I just have to share…hopefully you will be inspired to start or revisit your journal sooner than later!

Being raised in the Midwest, I am a fan of the four seasons and all the health benefits that come with the change of seasons. Fall is a time for pumpkin. All five of my senses embrace pumpkin. Everything about Fall seems related to pumpkins. We love decorating with them, seeing them in road-side stands, using them in recipes; they are the ultimate festive Fall experience. Thank goodness there are plenty of health benefits that come with Fall pumpkins. Do we truly realize just how wonderful pumpkins are to our health? Seriously, the pumpkin benefits abound in these gorgeous orange veggies that will keep us coming back for more every Fall! 

Many of us struggle to lose weight, get healthy, and find time for it all. Even if we do manage to lose weight, it is a trick to maintain a healthy weight. It’s tough to hold down a full-time job, wake up early and prepare breakfast, plan healthy meals for the day, remember to take our vitamins and drink water, train for a marathon and meditate each day…. Here’s the good news: you can add all of these things to your day if you want to, but you don’t have to fill your day with grand displays of health and fitness to experience weight loss, happiness and an optimum lifestyle. A healthy lifestyle is really made up of small things we do daily that add up to big results.