Food & Fitness

Movement

Your body was made for movement. Unfortunately, today's society doesn't always make it easy to enjoy an active lifestyle. These articles will help you understand the benefits of what happens to your body when you move it, and give you practical resources to make movement a more natural part of your day-to-day life.

By Laura Araujo

July 24, 2021

Will Cold Showers and Plunges Really Help You Burn Fat? We Have the Answer

Many remain doubtful about the benefits of cold water exposure on fat reduction despite its growing number of believers, Let’s dive in!

By Laura Araujo

July 17, 2021

The 6,000 Year Old Practice of Surya Namaskar Might be the Missing Link in Your Movement Practice

If you are one of the 27 million people in the United States who practice Yoga, it is almost certain that you have performed a Surya Namaskar or two! This rhythmic, breath-focused moving meditation serves as more than just a workout but is also an homage to the sun. It’s an excellent way for beginners to introduce themselves to an alternative style of meditation through the synchronicity of breath and body to help soothe and quiet the mind.

By Laura Araujo

June 7, 2021

That Run or Yoga Class Isn’t Saving You From the Risks of Too Much Butt-in-Chair Time, But This NEAT Trick Will

Studies have found that the negative impacts of being sedentary occur when you consistently spend as few as 8 hours doing activities involving low energy such as sitting, driving, reading, and watching TV — even if you exercise regularly. Which is why as many as 80% of adults may be sedentary! But learning to adopt something called NEAT and creating a movement-orientation in your life may be the key to avoiding the risks of a sedentary lifestyle.

By Tyler Lesher

June 4, 2021

Want to Take Your Workout to the Next Level? The Benefits of Microdosing Might Be the Game-Changer You’re Looking For

The benefits of exercising are well-known and profound. It can help reduce stress, increase body function, and improve your metabolic profile, but what if you could pair those benefits with a natural compound that could help you achieve the maximum gains from exercise? Some people are using microdosing to induce a flow state of creativity, increase focus, and extend cognitive functioning and, for similar reasons, some are also experimenting with it during workouts to increase motivation and their ultimate results.

By Heather Snyder Ippolito

April 26, 2021

Endless Hours of Slouching On Zoom Calls Causing You Pain? These 5 Simple Steps Are Your Answer!

In today’s modern world, it’s easier than ever to find yourself sitting in a slouched position at your desk or slumped over a laptop for hours at a time. All that slouching takes its toll on your muscles, joints, and ligaments, and causes changes in your spine’s natural curvature — and almost always leads to pain. Here are 5 simple steps that will help you shift those habits and create a healthier setup so that you can stop slouching and enjoy some painless sitting!

By Dr. Bianca Inirio, OTD

April 12, 2021

The Truth About Your Prenatal Workout and Why It’s Essential to Get It Right

If you’re pregnant there’s a good chance you’re wondering about the safety of prenatal workouts and want to know, “Can I still workout?” This short guide will help you separate fact from myth about what’s safe and what’s not while growing a human being inside of you, and will help you feel more comfortable on your journey of becoming a healthy parent.

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