With February’s arrival, we find ourselves in the midst of the winter doldrums: the holidays are far in the rearview mirror, the once-exciting sight of falling snow has lost its charm, and it feels like it's been ages since we’ve felt the sun.
Posted by: Bill Olson Feb 11, 2020 2:45:00 PM
With February’s arrival, we find ourselves in the midst of the winter doldrums: the holidays are far in the rearview mirror, the once-exciting sight of falling snow has lost its charm, and it feels like it's been ages since we’ve felt the sun.
Topics: wellness, exercise, healthy eating, health, outdoors
Posted by: Bill Olson Jan 3, 2020 3:01:48 PM
It might not surprise you to learn that 80 percent of New Year’s resolutions are abandoned long before the spring daisies come up. This year, instead of ambiguous “resolutions,” consider SMART goals instead — especially if your resolutions are related to your health. These bite-sized, easily achievable goals are sure to keep you motivated all the way through spring, summer, and fall.
Topics: wellness programs, healthy lifestyles, healthy eating, SMART Goals
Posted by: Bill Olson Dec 3, 2019 7:22:00 AM
With our busy lives and schedules, it can be difficult to find the right balance between food and fitness. The holidays compound the challenge even more. Between work and personal life, deadlines and sleep, indulgence and healthful eating, somewhere there is surely a balance! We’re here to show you how to do it.
Topics: wellness, healthy eating, Holiday Wellness, Stay Fit the Holidays
Posted by: Bill Olson Apr 2, 2019 3:38:39 PM
Did you know you can eat plenty of food to fill you up, while cutting out some of the not-so-healthy stuff? It’s true. You can enjoy some of your favorite, most decadent recipes simply by doing some creative ingredient swapping.
Don’t just think about the number of calories in a food. There’s more to it than that. You get full from the amount you eat, not by how many calories you eat. It’s about replacing higher calorie foods with lower-calorie options or with foods higher in fiber that will fill you up. Some of these include fruits and vegetables, low-fat and fat-free dairy, and beans and peas.
Topics: healthy lifestyles, diet, healthy eating