Photo via Pixabay by AdinaVoicu   The Benefits of Sleep: Rolling Back the Years   Sleep plays a huge role in the way we feel, especially as we get older. Good rest can mean the difference between being unable to function during your time at work or school and having a great, productive day that leaves you feeling accomplished. When we don’t get restful sleep, many parts of the body can suffer, from the brain to the heart, so it’s crucial to ensure you have a solid rest routine.…

Hello, everyone. So far we have embarked on the importance of sleep and some dietary plans, but now I would like to go further into our health journey and discuss exercise. Yes, one thing we know we all need, but dread to make a priority.   I've learned throughout the years that establishing a good workout routine can jumpstart other good habits in life. And while providing for a little one there's no better motivation. I mean we all want to see our children be healthy and have a great…

We've talked about Jenna for awhile now, and hopefully by now there have been some tips you can use to help your baby. Let's get into something for the adults today.   Jenna is about 5 months now and her sleep patterns still vary, which can present itself as a challenge. Sleep...though very important for babies, it certainly is important to the health, or at least the sustainability of ones health.   When it comes to babies, they pretty much are organized by natural instincts that tell them it's time…

Our bodies need vitamins in small quantities to function properly. The handy infographic below by MedAlertHelp shows that the best source of vitamins is eating the right foods.   Some of the foods you need to eat to attain all the vitamins include spinach, strawberries, liver, eggs, kale, salmon, broccoli, sunflower seeds, mushrooms, sweet potatoes, bananas, soybeans, carrots, and guavas.   However, due to the fear of developing deficiencies, some people believe that supplementing their diet with multivitamins on a daily basis could help prevent them and even improve their…

  193, 194, 19...5. My scale kept climbing toward 200 lbs. At 5'8, that is not a healthy weight. I managed to gain 40 lbs in one semester of college at Penn State's Main Campus. It was no secret why. Well at the time, I did not know why exactly.  Here are the no-brainer reasons I gained 40 lbs.   1.) I drank way too much alcohol (beer and mixed drinks for the most part)   2.) I ate way too much pizza (often after a night of beer and/or…

  While there is no quick fix for everything that ails you, there are simple strategies you can apply to your life that will boost your overall health — from head to toe and from body to soul. Simple doesn’t mean easy, of course — it just means these tips aren’t complicated. So, if you have to desire to improve your everyday health, this is the perfect place to start.   Carry a Water Bottle   Are you drinking enough water? Probably not. Investing in a nice, portable water bottle…

So, let's talk about skin, AKA the largest organ of the human body.   As of now I have divulged to you all about the coming of baby Jenna and my attempts to be as healthy as possible during pregnancy.   Months 1-3 were a struggle not only with adjusting to sleep deprivation, but baby acne and dry skin. It's also appropriate to say that my husband has suffered with eczema his entire life. I knew that the skin disorder was hereditary and she did have a chance of carrying…

Wait, now I have to eat what? Vitamins,.. exercise, and what are amino acids?  These are just a few things I've encountered as a new wife of a fitness trainer and a new mother of a "Jenna", or as others may refer to as my 4 month old, who both drive me crazy.   It's funny how after you get the family of your dreams, time slips through your fingers like melting ice-cream. So quite naturally, keeping up with your routine is basically a race.  To explain this in better…

Forward head posture, rounded shoulders, and a hunched back are just some of the many problems we increasingly face on a daily basis.  These can result in shoulder pain, lower back pain, neck pain, and more.  I personally went through this journey after years of bad posture from improper driving positions, constantly looking down at my iPhone to text, write emails, work in my programs, and surf the web, as well as jutting my head forward while working on my computer.  It finally came to a point where I was…

    It's difficult to find presents for companions, family, and associates; however there are quite incredible thoughts out there, particularly for the people who like to work out. Regardless of whether they're into running, sports or simply healthy living, you'll discover some awesome gifts to gift them. Have a look:   Bluetooth Headphones   What amount of cash have I spent attempting to locate the ideal earphones for exercise? In reality, I would prefer not to know the response to that inquiry. In the event that you have a…

  If you have recently turned over a new leaf, you may have resolved, as many do, to eat right, exercise and generally take better care of yourself. Many experiences can trigger this resolve: weight gain, onset of illness, or mental health concerns like depression or addiction are just a few.   Whatever your reason, congratulations on deciding to get fit! Now you will want to consider how to balance a fitness routine with the rest of your self-care regimen. Read on for tips on how to do that.  …

A gym can have all the fancy machinery and equipment in this world and yet, people won’t necessarily turn up to exercise in it. This issue is not so rare among new gym owners and no one seems to know why it happens. Well, actually the environment is essential for a gym to become successful. There is more to it than machines, equipment and looks. The environment has to be good, it has to be comfortable and welcoming towards everyone. That’s what healthy gym environment is all about. So, let’s…