There are plenty of opportunities for fun and games in today’s world, but there’s another side to life too -- the stressful side. There’s been a sharp increase in people suffering from mental health conditions in recent years, and it’s a problem that’s expected to get even worse before it gets better. Indeed, by 2030, stress and depression related issues will be the most common illnesses in the world. The good news is that we’re getting better and better at figuring out how to keep those stress … [Read more...]
Belly Fat Be Gone! Losing Weight Without Doing Anything Drastic
Losing weight is universally relatable. Every woman wants to get into peak physical shape but can’t be bothered making the necessary sacrifices. This post shows why they may not be obligatory in the first place and how to bypass them. With shorts and t-shirt weather fast approaching, the urge to turn heads is strong. The last thing you want to do is don a bikini or a tight top and feel uncomfortable. To look good is to feel good which is why losing weight is often the first port of call. Oh, … [Read more...]
Realistic swaps for better health
Living well and being as healthy as possible really doesn’t have to be as complicated as you’d think. You don’t have to live on rabbit food or be in the gym for six days a week. You don’t have to buy expensive equipment or even think about it all that much once you’re in the swing of things. If you incorporate healthy habits into your lifestyle you’ll do them without thinking, and be doing your body good with no extra hassle to you. One way to go about this is by implementing healthy swaps. … [Read more...]
How to create a home gym in a small space
Not everybody has the time to go to the gym before or after work which can make it difficult to fit enough exercise into your routine. Gym memberships can also be pretty expensive and you might not be able to afford it. The simple solution to both of those problems is to set up your own home gym. That’s fine if you’ve got a big spare room that you don’t use for anything else, but most of us aren’t that lucky. Gym equipment takes up a lot of space and if you’ve only got a small spare room that … [Read more...]
How to motivate yourself to go to the gym
At the beginning of every year, thousands of people sign up for a membership to their local gym. By March, most of these people have already quit. This lack of motivation can come down to a number of factors. Here are just a few ways you can win back that motivation so you look forward to every gym session. Choose the right gym It’s possible that the gym you’ve signed up for may not be the right fit for you. You may have just been put off by the price, in which case you may just … [Read more...]
How Your Fitness Level Impacts Your Mental Health
Scientists have managed to find a connection between your fitness level and physical exercise and your mental health. If you would like to beat the blues or manage your mood swings, maybe have been struggling with depression for a while, you might consider skipping the medication and starting a plan to exercise more. After all, you will be able to benefit more than one way and you have nothing to lose. Below you will find a few tips on setting up a fitness routine for a happier … [Read more...]
3 ways to look after your mental health
When it comes to health, many people think about fitness and diet. In mainstream thought, health essentially means, ‘how can I change up my workout, and eat a healthier diet?’ However, it has many more implications than this, from your mental wellbeing to the way that you feel about yourself. You can eat healthily every single day, and still just not feel quite right. Here are some simple tips, so that you can look after your mind, as well as your body, when your interest in personal health … [Read more...]
Starting out the New Year with Diligence
So many of us look ahead to the impending year as we mull over the past 360-some-odd days and try to encapsulate our wishes for the new year with one word. I'm no different. My word for 2019 is Diligence. "Constant effort to accomplish something." That one word has a lot of other things wrapped up within it, including goals, consistency, determination, seeing things through to fruition. Never. Ever. Giving up To be honest, that's the one that's hardest for me-- the not giving up. I'm … [Read more...]
Tip for success: Planning weekly meals (with free printable)
You know that you need to eat healthy meals, but life moves at fast speed, and those good intentions to make good food choices get more challenging as the day wears on. This is why it's so important to have a menu planned out before the week begins, and to prepare as much of the food in advance as you possibly can. So, how do you start? Have an eating plan in mind. Are you eating low carb? Counting calories? Paleo? Whatever it is, know what foods you can eat, and which to … [Read more...]
What’s in your water? Supplements that help your body.
There are so many nutrients and vitamins that our bodies need, and it's nearly impossible to know which one we aren't getting enough of, and which we need to work to get more of. For those of us that are trying to lose weight and get healthy, I want to encourage you to start adding a couple of supplements to your diet. Flavored Water: I start out with a flavored water. I like to use Propel, which is a Gatorade product, but there are plenty of others out there that are zero calorie, zero … [Read more...]
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