Trends VS Sustainable Habits
How many times have you started a brand new diet or fitness plan, vowing that this is the time you finally stick with it?
And how many times has that failed after just a few weeks?
Yeah, we get it... but listen, you're not alone. Every other day, there's a new trend in the health and fitness world, but most of them don't last.
So what's the key to sustainable progress? In this article, we'll learn more about just that!
Using Awareness To Counter Stress
In the fast-paced, high-stress world we live in today, it's more important than ever to find ways to manage our stress levels.
Fortunately, as human beings, we have one unique advantage when it comes to stress management: awareness.
By simply being aware that we are stressed, we can take steps to reduce our stress levels.
For example, we can take work breaks to relax and rejuvenate ourselves. We can also learn stress-reduction techniques such as meditation or yoga.
And if we're struggling to cope with our stress, we can seek professional help.
In short, awareness is power when it comes to managing stress.
So next time you're feeling overwhelmed, remember that you have the power to change your situation - all you need is a little awareness, followed by action!
How Exercise Can Help You Regulate Stress
Are you feeling overwhelmed and stressed? Are anxious thoughts keeping you up at night?
You're not alone.
According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S., affecting 40 million adults yearly!
While pharmaceuticals may be one option for dealing with stress, they often come with side effects that can be just as harmful as the condition itself.
Fortunately, there is a natural way to help regulate your stress levels: exercise!
Read on to learn how exercise can benefit your mental health and help you live a happier and healthier life.
Small Changes Create Meaningful Results
How often have you started a fitness program with the best intentions, only to lose motivation and give up after a few weeks?
You're not alone.
It can be hard to stick with a routine when you don't see results immediately.
But what if we told you that you don't have to start right away with workout routines and diets?
What if there were some minor changes you could make that would greatly impact your fitness goals?
Keep reading to discover how even the most minor tweaks can help you achieve meaningful results for your health, fitness, and wellbeing!
How To Effectively Set Goals (And Crush Them)
We are six months deep into the year, and we know that the general population isn't reaching their New Year's resolutions, or at least not so far.
Only 2-3% of people successfully follow through with their goals.
If you're in the 97% of people who fail to meet their objectives, don't fret - setting and reaching goals is a process that can be mastered with little effort.
In this article, we'll go through our take on this topic to help you set goals… and crush them!
Set Goals and Follow Plans
Well, if you set the goals, put a plan in place, and then follow it through, you get many 'wins'. You are taking the time to do something meaningful to you, and you are retaking control of your life! When you follow through with the plan, then you are rewarded with a sense of accomplishment.