Practicing gratitude has been shown to significantly reduce stress and anxiety as it stimulates the release of dopamine and influences the autonomic nervous system and the brain’s emotional regulation. Here are two key mechanisms: Parasympathetic Activation– Gratitude activates the parasympathetic nervous system, which promotes relaxation and counteracts the stress-driven “fight…
Are you feeling a bit stressed or overwhelmed? Next time, take a deep breath and reach for a few pens, markers, or crayons. Research shows that drawing or coloring can significantly reduce anxiety, improve focus, and lift your mood. The magic of coloring seems to be tied to boosting one’s…
Thanksgiving is almost here and with it comes a time of good food, great company, and seasonal traditions. Whether you are getting ready to chow down, or chill with loved ones, take this quick True/False quiz to test your knowledge! Turkey makes you sleepy. FALSE – There’s some truth to the…
There’s been a lot of talk about functional fitness lately, but what is it and what does it do? Functional fitness prepares your body for real-life movements, making daily tasks easier and more efficient. According to the Mayo Clinic, functional fitness focuses on simulating common actions like squatting, reaching, and…
Good Morning America By Katie Kindelan Thanksgiving is a time of turkey, mashed potatoes, casseroles, pies, oh, and friends, family and giving thanks. Our anticipation of and obsession with food can seem at times like it’s the focus of the holiday. “Thanksgiving is a holiday with so much emotion around food attached,” said Dr….
Intro In our October newsletter, we discussed how exercising can be beneficial at a mental and physical level for breast cancer patients and survivors. In this article, we wanted to touch on different types of exercises that can be advantageous, as well as exercising safely. If undergoing treatment, or if…
If you’re motivated to get your daily workout in but can’t always make it to the gym, you’ll likely get moving outside, do some bodyweight exercises, or maybe you break a sweat in the home gym you built! However, buying free weights and other fitness equipment can get pricey! So, what’s an…
I take for granted that I get up daily and know I’m going to do exercise. It’s the way I think, but it’s NOT the way everyone thinks. It’s my routine because I’m a personal trainer. Most people think it’s easy for me, that I always want to exercise, and that…
One of the most common questions I am asked as a nutrition coach is my feelings on cheat meals and whether I encourage clients to take them. Cheat meals are, by definition, a meal that does not follow the prescribed nutrition plan. Generally, these meals are high in carbohydrates, fats, sodium, and…
A lot of people think food is pretty straightforward when it comes to improving how you feel. Just pick your favorite meal, maybe grab a beer or glass of wine, and go to town! Unfortunately, it’s not so simple. A favorite meal or snack will definitely perk you up for…
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