Manage your mental health. These 4 words can be very overwhelming to digest – especially when you have no idea where to even start! Most importantly, it means taking care of yourself – putting yourself FIRST when 99% of the time most of us put others’ needs before our own. This is not a selfish […]
Cold weather can keep us from exercising outdoors UNLESS you know how to dress appropriately! The following quick tips will help you dress snugly while letting you move freely and comfortably. Layer Up: Base layer – Start with a moisture-wicking lightweight fabric. This layer will help evaporate sweat rather than absorb it. The base layer […]
Snow is beautiful when it’s falling but can be a lot of work to remove. In the winter months, back injuries are common due to strenuous activities like snow shoveling. Fortunately, most of these injuries can be prevented by following safe techniques… Prepare to Shovel Snow: Warm up your muscles to prevent injury. Cold, tight […]
Jumping rope has many benefits for our body, from improving our cardiovascular fitness to burning calories! The tiny hops required to jump rope can also strengthen your calf muscles, increase your coordination, and improve tendon elasticity in your lower body! The small impact over time starts to loosen up the joints as well as allow […]
Do you ever feel overwhelmed around the holidays? As exciting as this time of year can be, we can also add a lot of unneeded stress upon ourselves. This year, let’s commit to taking on only what we can enjoyably handle and letting the rest go without guilt. Try these simple perspective changes if you […]