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5 Easy Ways to Destress and Regain Focus (That Don't Involve Netflix)
We all have those days where everything seems to pile up, and we just need a well-deserved break away from the stresses of daily life. Whether you're a student, in full-time employment, or just feeling overwhelmed everyone can benefit from some time to relax and recharge. Here I explore five easy ways for you to destress and get back on track!
By Emily Woods7 years ago in Longevity
Reflections of the Wild
A few common things for people to question every now and then during their lifetime are, "Is my life on the track that I want to be taking? Are there more things that I should be doing? Am I at the same place where I said I would be by now, 10 years ago, or have I crossed to a better path?" Everyone ponders at least one of these thoughts once during their existence, and most people have a special place where they like to go and reflect on these thoughts. The place where I like to reflect on my ideas about how far I have come is in the wilderness, where I have developed a lot of character.
By Courtney Frazer7 years ago in Longevity
Here's Why Dieting Isn't Bad Practice
It was recently brought to my attention, that I see dieting in a completely different way to just about anyone else in my life. I’d been told that diet is a bad word and a bad practice. Of course around this time of year, you tend to see more people signing up for gym memberships and discussing their weight. Just like about everyone else, I’d decided to go back to the diet I was on during the summer—an idea that the people around me completely misunderstood.
By 7 years ago in Longevity
Best Body Fat Scale Buying Guide Review
In this modern era, people have become more health conscious. You will find more people going to a local gym to exercise properly and to shed excess body weight. On the other hand, there are also some who follow a strict diet in order to lead a healthy life.
By Patty McDaniels7 years ago in Longevity
Exercise Challenge (Pt. 7)
The first month of my challenge is over and I feel great!! This is the first time in my life that I have purposefully exercised for a month straight. Sure, I take a day off each week but I still move around my house on those days unless I am in too much pain to move. The pride I feel in myself for sticking with this is overwhelming! I am starting to notice tiny changes in the way my body looks. My double chin has shrunk, my waist feels a little bit smaller and my muscles feel stronger. I love that I am able to notice these changes in just one month! With that being said, here are the last few days of the month of January!
By Michelle Frank7 years ago in Longevity
Being a Runner Is Awesome
Running is the best thing ever. You don't need any expensive equipment, other than a sports bra (maybe two, no one wants to be knocked out by a renegade tit to the face) and a pair of running shoes. You don't have to buy a membership to any sweaty, stinky, somewhat intimidating gym filled with grunting gorillas, gawkers, and people that seem to be there solely for small talk and selfies.
By Kay Deschain7 years ago in Longevity
Give Up the Guilt
Eating disorders and disordered eating are widespread problems in our modern-day society. While it can be important to know that what we eat directly affects our bodies, it can also lead to negative thoughts including guilt, and guilt can be one of the most damaging emotions a person can have. We hear about guilt "eating away" at someone, which can be a metaphor, but can also become very literal. As a nutritionist and someone working in the fitness industry, I do my very best to eliminate the negatives around our health and focus on the positive.
By Lizz Darcy7 years ago in Longevity
Fixing Your Diet
Why is it that some people who down gallons if ice cream, boxes of pizza, cartons of fries, etc., are rail thin with a xylophone rib cage while other people who eat very little still pack on the pounds? Well, your physiology is not just determined by your behavior (what you eat and how you exercise), it is also determined by your genetics. There are over 400 genes that increase susceptibility to obesity. These genes may affect appetite, sense of hunger satiation, metabolism, food cravings, body-fat distribution, and the impulse to curb stress with eating. On a very simple level, your weight depends on the number of calories you consume, how many of those calories you store, and how many you burn up. Thus, your weight—and how easily you gain or lose it—is determined by intermingling factors of both behavior and genetics, both of which you must take into account when you are trying to lose weight. If weight loss is difficult for you, try to be kind to yourself. There is probably more going on than lack of willpower.
By Indy Summers7 years ago in Longevity
How Physical Exercise Makes Your Memory Work Better
Exercise can improve your memory! Physical exercise is equally important for your body and mind. Studies now reveal that exercising can help you not only build strong muscles, keep a healthy body weight and prevent diseases. Regular physical activity also leads to memory enhancement and development of thinking skills.
By Andrew Guerra7 years ago in Longevity
Arnie
I’m acting like a teenager again, and it feels good. I’m lifting weights. Not a lot, but enough to get the muscle buzz that comes with pitting lazy, dad flesh against unyielding iron. The clanging sound of metal plates bumping up against each another is triggering my middle-aged endorphins big time.
By Francis Litzinger7 years ago in Longevity
Recovering After a Car Accident
Daily, about 7,000 people get involved in a car accident. Injuries can include wounds, bruises or even a more serious physical injury. Treatment and recovery are needed for healing and restoring function and movement, but they vary from one person to another.
By Jennifer Grachova7 years ago in Longevity
Using Essential Oils Can Help You Fall Asleep and Feel More Rested
Essentials oils have been around for centuries. People have used them for relaxation, in cosmetics, to treat illnesses, and so much more. The oils are extracted from plants through steam distillation; when fresh plants are hung over boiling water, the steam pulls the oils from the plant. The oil gets separated from the water and is then collected. There are so many essential oils on the market, and they each do something different. For that reason, people buying the oils tend to purchase them for a specific purpose. If you have a cold, for example, you will do well with Eucalyptus oil or lemongrass. Meanwhile, for skin issues, you can use some tea tree or lavender oil.
By Nikita King7 years ago in Longevity
