More of us than ever are working from home. That can blur certain boundaries and lead to work-life imbalance. Here are a few tools you can deploy to recharge your physical and mental health. 1. Meet yourself where you are. Some days are going to be harder than others. So what can you do? Give...
Whether it’s the World Series or Wimbledon, pro athletes seem to have superhuman abilities. This success comes from their habits — the little things they do to consistently recover. Here are pro athlete habits that you can adopt to recover successfully. 1. They reduce their injury risk. At the top of any pro’s training priority...
Life can get hectic. Before your day takes off, fit in this morning movement routine. You’ll need a towel or a foam pad. Glute bridge | 5 REPS Squeeze your glutes to lift your hips off the ground. Leg cradle – supine alternating | 5 REPS EACH Point the foot on the ground toward the...
You likely know a lot about managing your nutrition, but that doesn’t mean you’re perfect all the time. And in fact, your good intentions might just lead to some common nutrition mistakes. Here’s how to avoid these missteps and get the biggest benefits from what you eat and drink. 1. Never eating late. Eating before...
It’s one thing to have a positive mindset when there’s no turmoil and life is chugging along at status quo. But it’s a lot harder when times are tough. And guess what? That’s OK. Give yourself some grace, and use these strategies to turn stress into strength. 1. Schedule both social time and alone time....
We all know running is great for physical health. But did you know it can boost mental health, too? That’s partly because it helps us find a state of mind called “flow.” What is flow state? Flow is an optimal state where we feel and perform our best. Sometimes called “being in the zone,” it’s...
Love running but keep crashing? Then you know how important it is to fuel your body the right way. Try these tips to support a great run and quick recovery. Pre-run fueling tips It’s not just crucial during your run–but before it, too. Proper hydration beforehand helps your muscles get the nutrients they need while...
Happy hour…it’s usually a fun time. But the hours after? Not so much. And they can seriously impact your workout recovery, stress levels, and overall well- being. But you can totally enjoy happy hour with your coworkers — even while taking your health seriously. Just organize a healthy one that doesn’t revolve around sitting and...
Stress: it’s one of those things we tend to automatically label as “bad.” But what if we looked at it from a different point of view? What if we learned to understand it better — and even use it as a constructive tool? What is stress, really? Stress is a signal in our brains and...
When most people think of meditation, they picture just one thing: sitting quietly and clearing your mind. But did you know there are lots of different styles of meditation? Some help you relax or go to sleep. Others help you focus, cultivate compassion, or develop more awareness. All meditation styles have great benefits for your...