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Identifying and Managing Stress
Take a deep breath. Hold it. Exhale. Then say to yourself, "I am stressed." Do it again. This time with conviction. By doing this, you have taken the first step to identifying and managing your stress. You have identified what it is that is causing you inner turmoil.
By Bintavio9 years ago in Longevity
5 Things You Need to Know About Vaginismus
You might be unfamiliar with vaginismus. That’s because it’s thought only 2 in 1,000 people will suffer from the condition. Yet, this number could be much higher - and we’re going to tell you why.
By Elisabeth Sedgwick9 years ago in Longevity
The Importance of Self-Care. Top Story - September 2017.
In this fast paced world, we are often put under a lot of stress to always do our best and constantly produce the best results. Whether that means making a lot of money, keeping perfect grades, impressing your boss, or keeping up with your toddlers, this can seem like a monumental task. In a world that asks so much of us, we are bound to get burned out and worn down. The ingredient often left out of the recipe to success is self-care. No one can be Superman 24/7, 365 days a year, but there are some steps that you can take to maintain your focus and boost your mental health. While self-care will look very different for everyone, here are some tips to get you started.
By Alina Gallupe9 years ago in Longevity
D.N.R.
DNR: It's a term that a lot of people have not heard before and may not understand. It is commonly used in hospitals and nursing homes to designate patients who don't care to receive "heroic measures" to sustain life. The non-abbreviated term is "do not resuscitate."
By Heather Horton9 years ago in Longevity
Why I Don't Drink Coffee
Natural energy is the best kind of energy. I believe that most people would change their lifestyle if they knew how much natural energy they could have.
By weston guidero9 years ago in Longevity
Why I Love Spin Class, Yoga, and My Personal Trainer
I first started spin class at a local Y before my first daughter was born. I went religiously each week for about a year. Once I became pregnant, I cancelled my Y membership and didn't look back. Fast forward several years and two children later. I was feeling kind of blah and tired of just using my home elliptical machine. I joined a gym that had an emphasis on health versus fitness. I knew I wanted to take spin classes and I purposely joined this particular gym because of the large amount of classes they offered. The days and times were so varied too. My first spin class was a year and a half ago. I was surprised that I managed to keep up with the instructor for an hour. I spent the summer of 2016 trying out spin classes with different teachers. I settled on Mary, whose class is extremely challenging. She also plays the best music. I started off going once a week then twice a week. By the early winter I was down a pants size. Spin class is an hour long and it involves sitting, standing, sprinting, intervals, and arm exercises. Men and women go to class and the ages range from early twenties to mid seventies. I also tried a new class at my gym, HIIT spin. This is high intensity interval training. It was only a half hour class. I really didn't find it challenging and I hated the music. As you can tell, music while spinning is very important to me. I went back to regular spin class, only attending Mary's class. This summer I missed a few weeks for various reasons. The first two weeks back I was so sore the following day. It does take awhile to get used to. I notice that when I spin I feel energized. To me, it's genuinely a fun activity. It's really hard work if you have a challenging instructor, especially for an hour. It's such a great sense of accomplishment when I complete a class. Spin is a great boost to your self-esteem. Exercise is proven to release endorphins. It helps with your mental health too. I try to go weekly and I schedule it in my phone like an appointment. If I miss a few classes I feel very lethargic. I feel that when I'm energized I'm a better mom to my kids. I even took my pregnant sister-in-law to a class. She really enjoyed it and was able to keep up. I would check with your doctor first if you are pregnant or have any medical conditions. I highly recommend trying a spin class!
By Lauren S.9 years ago in Longevity
Clean Eating Breakfast Recipes
Instead of having an order of pancakes or sweet pastries try these tasty and easy clean eating breakfast recipes. These meals are super easy to make and very rich in nutrients. As opposed to eating a high amount of calories and carbohydrates in the morning, you should have a clean eating breakfast filled with protein. You will notice your energy level increase and you will have an easier time staying on a diet. Whether you are constantly rushing in the morning or have ample amounts of time there is no excuse not to try these healthy clean eating recipes. Your body will be glad you're choosing to eat protein in the morning and not fatty and sugary foods, which can actually make you hungrier.
By Jessica Herring9 years ago in Longevity
Superpowers & Superfoods for Overall Superhealth
HOW TO EAT WELL ON A SUPER-FOOD DIET ON A BUDGET. For those who are on a financial budget and have an Aldi supermarket supermarket store near where you live, it is the most inexpensive place to buy all your quality, super food ingredients. This applies whether you are a singleton or even where you have a large household to feed.
By The True Journalist9 years ago in Longevity
The Sweat Sanctuary
I try to keep my mind out of spinning yarns about works still in-the-making. It’s a guilty, dirty habit of mine. Right now, however, my legs are so chafed that I’m laying belly first on my bed. I may or may not have cried out for divine mercy per application of aloe vera...
By JC Hunter9 years ago in Longevity
The Unnecessary Complexity of Simplicity
“Minimalism is a tool that can assist you in finding freedom. Freedom from fear. Freedom from worry. Freedom from overwhelm. Freedom from guilt. Freedom from depression. Freedom from the trappings of the consumer culture we’ve built our lives around. Real freedom."
By S P9 years ago in Longevity
Easy Clean Eating Chicken Recipes
If you are looking for an alternative to eating fast food or unhealthy meals, you should give these clean eating chicken recipes a shot. They are delicious and very easy to make. You don't need a ton of experience cooking to make these meals. These quick and tasty dishes will make you feel more energized and are healthy lunch and dinner options.
By Jessica Herring9 years ago in Longevity
Perfect Sports' Diesel Whey Protein (Supplement Reviews)
Bad pun aside. Perfect Sports' Diesel Whey Protein is one of the hottest selling protein supplements on the market. Whenever I ask my gym friends what supplements they take, 90% of them mention Diesel. And I can see why. I've used it myself for a better part of a year, and it's probably my favourite brand of protein (and I've had certain kinds that were better, but I find Diesel is the most consistently good).
By Nick Doek9 years ago in Longevity