When you find wellness advice online, you’ll notice that it seems like everyone needs the same things to live a happy, healthy life. You may have tried something a wellness influencer swore by, not felt any better, and wondered if you’ve done something wrong. Here are some tips for creating a wellness routine that’s tailored … Continue reading How to Create a Daily Wellness Routine That Works for You

When we set out to make changes in our lives, negative self-talk can get in the way. Our minds craft stories that we eventually start to believe, and those stories don’t necessarily align with our lived reality. Here are some tips for challenging and breaking free of these negative thought cycles: Recognize Your Inner Critic … Continue reading 5 Tips for Overcoming Negative Self-talk and Building Self-esteem

Summer is a wonderful time to get moving, soak up some sunshine, and enjoy the beauty of the great outdoors. However, the blazing sun can make it challenging to maintain your routine safely. Fortunately, with a little creativity and some simple adjustments, you can stay active and healthy all summer long. Enjoying the Great Outdoors … Continue reading How to Stay Active Throughout the Summer

June is PTSD Awareness Month. Post-traumatic stress can develop after experiencing or witnessing traumatic events. While many people experience a brief stress response, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a chronic condition that can disrupt daily life for years, sometimes even a lifetime. Although PTSD is often associated with combat veterans, it can affect anyone who … Continue reading The Link Between Post-Traumatic Stress and Obesity

Carrying excess weight can lead to hypertension, also known as high blood pressure. The strain of carrying that weight, along with the habits commonly associated with being overweight, impacts blood pressure. Over time, untreated hypertension can cause other health conditions, such as heart disease and stroke. Fortunately, hypertension is usually reversible and highly treatable, and … Continue reading What You Can Do to Avoid Hypertension

When people reference weight loss in terms of health, they’re often talking about the physical conditions that can come with carrying excess weight, such as diabetes and hypertension. However, the mental health implications of obesity are as important, if not more so. This is often a bidirectional relationship, where people struggle with their mental health … Continue reading Understanding the Mental Health Implications of Obesity

When you’re on a weight loss journey, you may think of your “gut” as that thing you’re trying to get rid of. Your gut, however, is an essential part of your overall health. Taking care of your gut can help you not only lose and regulate your weight but also live a healthier, happier life. … Continue reading Exploring the Link Between Gut Health and Overall Wellness

Walking sounds easy, but working it into your busy life can be harder than it looks. You may find that some days, you feel like walking, and other days, staying sedentary feels just fine. However, one of the most important things you can do for yourself is to keep your body moving. Walking is a … Continue reading How to Incorporate More Walking into Your Routine

Sometimes, despite having the best intentions, the people closest to us can get in the way of us reaching our goals. This is especially true for people who are on a weight loss journey. Friends may be upset that they’ll be seeing less of their happy hour buddy. Family members might wonder why you’re not … Continue reading 5 Tips for Setting Boundaries During Your Weight Loss Journey