I recently got a FitBit as a work bonus, needless to say I was super excited. I had been eyeing the FitBit for some time but couldn’t justify spending $100 since I really don’t exercise all that often. After about a week of wearing my FitBit, I realized I wasn’t getting in the suggested 10,000Read More
How to Save Money on Juicing
If you are into juicing, you know all about how great it can feel to give your body a boost in nutrition and energy. One thing that can keep people back from starting to juice is the cost involved. You will need to buy a juicer, which can be expensive, and all those fresh fruitsRead More
How to Work Out on a Budget
Health is extremely important, and not just physical health. Mental health is important as well. Stressing about bills is extremely common in today’s economy, and while it’s nice to have a gym membership, it definitely isn’t required for physical health. Remember that paying for convenience is a big additive to costs! There are plenty ofRead More
Natural Ways to Boost Energy
Being exhausted can be, well, exhausting. Having low energy can make you cranky and irritable as well as leaving you susceptible to chronic illnesses. Whether you’re tired from a lack of sleep, busy schedule, or a contributing medical illness, being tired will affect you both physically and mentally. There are several products on the marketRead More
The Health Benefits of Magnesium
The Health Benefits of Magnesium Ever since we were young we have heard the importance of getting our daily dose of vitamins and minerals. One of most important minerals for the body is Magnesium. Magnesium is the fourth most abundant minerals in the body. It plays an important role in the absorption of calcium andRead More
The Health Benefits of Fish Oil
Fish Oil? At first blush it sounds cringe worthy doesn’t it? In fact fish oil, or Omega 3 Fatty Acid, is actually very good for you. Omega 3 Fatty Acid is found in the fatty layers of cold water fish and shell fish. There are two different types of Omega 3’s, short chain Omega 3’sRead More
5 Tips for Power Walking for Weight Loss
Use these tips for power walking to get more from your walk. When it comes to losing weight, picking the right exercise for your situation is absolutely vital. Not everyone can go out and pump iron or run for a few miles. Most people that need to lose some weight can, however, walk for aRead More
A Guide to Gyms and Fitness Centers
Ready to make the big commitment to join a gym, get in shape, and feel better? Did you know there is more than just one option to consider? Finding the right fit for you and your needs is one of the most important first steps of the fitness journey. A Guide to Gyms and FitnessRead More
10 Small Changes for a Simple Start to a Healthier Lifestyle
I wrote this blog post as part of a movement by Weight Watchers to encourage people to remember that loving yourself starts with taking care of your health everyday. Though I was compensated for my time and commitment, all views, positive and negative, are my own. Last fall I had a health issue that preventedRead More
Natural Ways to Relieve Headaches
It never fails. You have a deadline you are trying to meet, a parent-teacher conference or a long drive home in traffic and you are suddenly struck with a nagging headache. Life doesn’t seem to want to stop just because of the pounding in your head. Whether only get the occasional headache or suffer fromRead More
How to Train for Your 1st 5k
A lot of people want to run a 5k as either a way to get back into fitness or as something they can check off their Bucket List. In order to run a 5k in 30 days for the first time, you need to know how to train for it. These steps are meantRead More
20 Frugal Uses for Castor Oil
Maggie of Family Frugal Fun is sharing 2o frugal ways you can use castor oil. Her uses for castor oil include beauty treatments and home remedies. You have probably heard horror stories from your parents or grandparents of being given a spoonful of castor oil, but have you ever wondered about the benefits of castor oil? CastorRead More
The Health Benefits of Flax Seeds
It’s a New Year and with it comes New Year’s resolutions. More often than not, these resolutions often include getting in to shape and/or eating healthy. One way to improve health is making flax seeds a part of your regular diet. But what exactly are flax seeds and how do they help improve your health?Read More
The Health Benefits of Turmeric
Many people are turning to natural sources for medicinal benefits. Various spices from around the world have been used for thousands of years for medicinal purposes. An example of a spice that has been used for centuries is Turmeric. It is thought to have originated in Southeast Asia and has been used in Indian (Ayurvedic)Read More
5 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Gym Membership
Amanda is sharing tips for getting the most out of your gym membership: Are you one of the thousands (millions?) who have purchased a gym membership recently in hopes of getting in better shape this year? It’s no secret that for many people who have a gym membership, it largely goes unused. About 67% ofRead More
The Health Benefits and Uses of Coconut Oil
It seems as if you can’t go anywhere without seeing coconut oil or coconut water everywhere you go. Celebrities, athletes, and media praise the use of coconut oil and swear by it’s health benefits. So what exactly is coconut oil and what are the benefits of using it? Health Benefits of Coconut Oil Coconut oilRead More
Sneak Exercise Into Your Day so Your Body Doesn’t Notice
No one said starting to exercise was easy and getting started can be the hardest part. When I first started exercising on a daily basis, I had to sneak it in so my body didn’t notice. I found that exercising in small snippets throughout the day was easier to do and my body started toRead More
8 Yoga Poses to Help You Detox
Meghan Gerrity is sharing 8 Yoga Poses to help you detox: 8 Yoga Poses to Detox If you’re one of the more than 15 million people in the United States practicing yoga, you already know how beneficial the poses and breathing techniques can be for your body, mind and overall well being. Yoga, a centuries-old practice,Read More
Making and Keeping Fitness Resolutions
January 1st is just around the corner and with that comes the millions of people making New Year’s Resolutions. The #1 Resolution every year is weight loss and sticking to a fitness routine. We splurge Thanksgiving to Christmas and then spend New Year’s to Halloween trying to make healthier choices. Scratch that, most New Year’sRead More
10 Ways to Keep Your Family Healthy this Winter
This time of year, people start to anticipate the colds and Flu that are lurking everywhere. You don’t have to end up sniffling, sneezing, blowing your nose or aching. Here are 10 ways you can prevent the ickies from hitting your family this winter: 1. Washing up. Washing your hands frequently is the easiest wayRead More
