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How to manage a fitness setback

When you set a fitness goal, you might find that it’s not always easy to stay on track and that setbacks are difficult to overcome. However, when you are working towards your goal, you will naturally go through periods when you are highly motivated and periods when you find

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Learning how to set boundaries

Setting boundaries is much easier said than done. As simple as it sounds to say no to somebody who is asking you for a favour or speaking up when something isn’t right, it can be scary to do. However, learning how to set boundaries is important. They can help

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How to increase range of motion

Why is it that some people can easily sit into a deep squat while others aren’t able to break parallel? The answer is range of motion! When you have a high range of motion around your joints, you’re more able to achieve a deeper squat. But range of

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Easy ways to give back to your community

Giving back to others has so many important outcomes. Not only does it benefit those around you but it can also bring you closer to others, increase feelings of gratitude and boost positive feelings. When most people think of giving back to their community, they think about providing monetary gifts

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3 tips for starting a new exercise routine

Exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle, regardless of age. Not only does it help you to maintain a certain level of physical fitness in order to enjoy daily living but it plays a role in disease prevention. Studies have shown that regular exercise helps improve the body's

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5 ways to move more at home

When you think about exercise, your first thought may be of a commercial gym that is full of heavy equipment and cardio machines. Although this is one option for working out, it’s not the only one. There are plenty of ways that you can exercise without entering a gym.

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One tip for providing feedback

Feedback is important in any area of life, including personal and professional settings. It enables people to improve the quality of their work or make better financial or social decisions. However, it can be difficult to give feedback, especially if it has some negative aspects. You may be worried about

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What is a neutral spine? How can it help me?

You may have heard the phrase ‘neutral spine’ before, but you might not know exactly what it means. The term ‘neutral spine’ is commonly used to describe optimal posture. When your spine is in a neutral position, you are less likely to experience neck pain or lower back pain. What

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Why you need to make a list for your next trip to the grocery store

Going to the grocery store isn’t always the most enjoyable activity in the world. It can be stressful, time-consuming, and also very expensive, especially if you have a large family to feed. One of the best things you can do to make your grocery shopping trips less stressful and

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Why you need to start meal planning

Meal planning involves creating a weekly schedule with all of your upcoming meals and snacks for the days ahead. Read on to learn about the huge advantages of a little meal prep. When you have planned your meals, you not only know what you are going to cook but also

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Homemade lunch ideas you will love

Good nutrition can play an important role in your overall wellbeing and when you sit down to a healthy and delicious lunch you will be thanking yourself for taking the time to create a homemade dish. Perhaps your work schedule allows you to create fresh dishes for lunch every day.

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How can I sneak in exercises during the day?

If your job requires you to work at a desk, you might be finding it difficult to find time for regular exercise during the work week. Unfortunately, leading a sedentary lifestyle is linked to an increased risk of obesity, cardiovascular disease and overall mortality. But by ensuring you reach the

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How do exercise needs change with age?

Aging is often thought of as a time when we begin to slow down due to decreased muscle mass and reduced range of motion. However, exercise remains important, regardless of our stage of life. Physical exercise benefits both our body and mind in several ways. It boosts our quality of

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How to keep food fresher for longer

By properly storing your fresh food you can save money and help the environment. You’ll be able to cut down on throwing away food that has spoiled and make the most of every item in your weekly grocery shopping. Below, we’ve got some top tips to help you

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What is the best temperature for a good night's sleep?

Your sleep environment influences your sleep quality and quantity. Ensuring your bedroom is at the right temperature is one key factor for optimal sleep each night. According to The Sleep Foundation, the most optimal temperature for sleep is between 60 to 67 degrees Fahrenheit (15.6 to 19.4 degrees

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What is moderate-intensity exercise?

Current guidelines recommend that we should all aim to complete 150 minutes of moderate-vigorous intensity exercise every week. But what actually is moderate-intensity exercise? Moderate-intensity exercise refers to physical activity that causes your heart rate to increase and your breathing to become faster than it usually is when you’re

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What is kombucha?

Kombucha is a tea beverage made through the process of fermentation and is often consumed because of its perceived health benefits. Kombucha may be a potential source of probiotics. Probiotics contain millions of live bacteria that are beneficial for your gut. Kombucha may also play a part in disease risk

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What is gut health?

Scientists have found an association between gut health and overall physical and mental wellness. Good gut health refers to having a well-balanced microbiome, with a diverse range of ‘good’ microbes and few ‘bad’ microbes. Around 80% of your immune system resides in your gut, and between 90 to 95% of

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What is an abundance mindset?

An abundance mindset is a belief that there are enough resources in the world for everybody. It contrasts the scarcity mindset, which is the belief that there’s a limited number of resources and that when one person gets something, it takes away from others. The abundance mindset revolves around

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Want to start using dumbbells? Do this first

When you want to start weightlifting, it can be a little intimidating if you’ve never done it before. Although everybody has to start somewhere, it’s important to ease yourself into weightlifting. Rushing things too quickly could increase your risk of injury and set you back. If you want

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The first step toward paying down debt

Debt is stressful. We may worry about how we are going to pay it off, how we can afford unplanned expenses and wonder about our financial future. Paying back debt can help ease our stress and help us save money over the long term by reducing interest costs. Working with

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One tip to support your memory as you age

Good cognitive health as we age is a goal that many of us aspire to. While there are no guarantees that we can prevent memory loss, and in fact, some memory loss is considered normal for aging adults, there are proactive steps we can take today and continue into the

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Is it ok to eat before bedtime?

Have you ever wondered whether or not you should eat before bedtime? There’s no right or wrong answer to this question and there are pros and cons to doing so. Some research suggests that eating before bed may support muscle maintainance, improve sleep, and help regulate blood glucose levels

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How to become a better hill runner

If you’d like to start hill running, you might wonder what your first step should be. Even if you enjoy jogging or running on a treadmill, running up and down hills is completely different. It requires higher physical fitness, muscular strength, and endurance. That’s why training properly when

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How often should I get up and move?

Regular movement is an important component of a healthy lifestyle. Alongside a nutritious diet, exercise helps keep you physically and mentally healthy. The recommended amount to aim for is between 75 and 150 weekly minutes of moderate to vigorous exercise. However, it’s not always easy to get regular workouts