Holly has two boys, a spouse, and a full-time job. Some days she feels like she can barely go to the bathroom alone. Sadie is a pharmacist. She works long hours that don’t stop on nights and weekends. She enjoys spending time with her family. She also likes going to the activities and social events...Read More
There is a thin line sometimes between depression and boredom. As a population, we are overstimulated. The sheer number of choices we have available makes all them appear as white noise. It’s a little like having nothing to watch on TV but having access to 100+ channels, Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Hulu. Nothing is “special”. ...Read More
No doubt Thanksgiving will be a bit different this year. This is a time to reflect and be thankful. Serving a delicious meal (even if the guest list is smaller this year), is a great way to enjoy the day. There is so much delicious food served this time of year. A little advanced planning...Read More
We are quick to blame the weather, upcoming holidays, work stress, and decreased daylight hours for slipping into a funk. We are in a rut and so we step back from our own well-being (fitness, nutrition, sleep, etc.) and let the mood take hold. You can chalk it up to winter in Wisconsin or you...Read More
Exercise will improve your mental health and that has never been more important than right now. Mental health concerns are on the rise. While the causes are not always known, a common component is trouble regulating serotonin (one of the key neurotransmitters involved in mood). Therapy and medication can boost serotonin levels but what if...Read More
Say what? Simply stated, our journeys are unique. Our goals are unique. Why then, do we spend time comparing ourselves to others? Theodore Roosevelt said, “Comparison is the thief to joy.” When we compare ourselves to others, we deprive ourselves of all the great things we’ve done and how far we’ve come. We are taking...Read More
The people that have the most willpower use it the least. It’s true. Even the people that “have it all together” will falter from time to time. Do you want to know their secret to success? They create an environment that supports the way they want to live, eat, and perform. Looking to lose a...Read More
Why is sleep necessary for better nutrition? A quality night of sleep can help us feeling refreshed and energetic the next day. Sleep also affects our hormone balance. Too much or too little sleep can cause a hormone imbalance that can affect how much we eat and what we eat. Poor quality sleep or...Read More
Alcohol can derail your fitness and nutrition Research indicates that, when it comes to losing fat or gaining muscle, your nutrition plan makes up approximately 75 percent of the equation. This includes beverages, from water for hydration to alcohol for recreation. Alcohol, specifically, can play a key role in derailing your goals, especially when it...Read More
