Pushing 40: A Quick Home Workout Regimen
“Pushing 40” is a quick, no-excuses mini workout to keep me moving, even on the hardest days Continue reading Pushing 40: A Quick Home Workout Regimen
Category: Wellness
Boost Hydration with Delicious Water-Rich Foods
Whether you’re sipping water or tossing fresh fruit into your salad, the goal is simple: Drink more than you’re used to, eat more water-rich foods, be mindful of the natural resources that fuel your body, and encourage someone you care about to do the same.
So grab your Drinking Buddy and fill a bottle. Let this summer be the start of something lasting. Continue reading Boost Hydration with Delicious Water-Rich Foods
Indoor Walking Activities|National Walking Day
Celebrate National Walking Day and get your body moving! To celebrate, go for a walk in your neighborhood or local park. Rain or tornadoes keeping your from experiencing a walk outdoors? Then get creative and check out these ideas for indoor walks. Today is the day to celebrate the healthy benefits of walking and maybe even pick up a new habit. Make every step count. Continue reading Indoor Walking Activities|National Walking Day
December 2023: Celebratory Self-Assessment (Challenge) | “It’s been an experience”
This year of amazing strides concludes with a celebratory self-assessment challenge! Reflect on the incredible growth you’ve experienced since embarking on this journey of healthy practices. Who were you then, and who are you now? Which practices brought you the … Continue reading December 2023: Celebratory Self-Assessment (Challenge) | “It’s been an experience”
October 2023: Finding Your Personal Peace | “It’s okay to choose you”
Personal peace. What is it? It is a feeling of contentment and well-being that comes from within. It’s not the absence of conflict or stress, but rather the ability to cope with these challenges healthily. It’s what keeps you grounded … Continue reading October 2023: Finding Your Personal Peace | “It’s okay to choose you”
September 2023: The Social Media Diet | “It’s a surprise relief”
Social media can provide valuable information and support for those seeking to make healthier lifestyle choices. It can also perpetuate unhealthy dieting behaviors and contribute to negative mental health outcomes when approached without critical thinking and a balanced perspective. This … Continue reading September 2023: The Social Media Diet | “It’s a surprise relief”
July 2023: Time Affluence | “It’s a matter of time”
Time affluence is a concept that’s as much about having more time as it is about how you use your time; how the use of your time can lead to greater happiness. You can create more time for yourself and the things that matter most to you. A few strategies to consider when implementing time affluence into your life…read more Continue reading July 2023: Time Affluence | “It’s a matter of time”
June 2023: Drinking Buddies | “It’s time to turn up”
This month’s “Drinking Buddies” challenge is inspired by my party-girl past and, more recently, how kidney disease continues to affect family members. Continue reading June 2023: Drinking Buddies | “It’s time to turn up”
May 2023: SMART Goals | “It’s the smart thing to do”
Do you know what one of the most common barriers cited for lack of exercise is? If you guessed ‘time’, you’d be correct. Others include unrealistic goals, lack of convenience and lack of social support. As my life situations change, so does my exercise regimen. One way I’m learning to adjust is by setting SMART goals. SMART is an acronym for specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and timely. Continue reading May 2023: SMART Goals | “It’s the smart thing to do”
How do I unwind after a demanding day?
I start my unwinding with a long warm shower by myself. I have young children so I wait until they are in bed so I can guarantee no interruptions. Sometimes I have music and other times I don’t. It’s really … Continue reading How do I unwind after a demanding day?
L. Bradley 