Stress is a killer at any time. But it can feel even worse during the holidays. Every time around the start of a year, we need to decompress. Whether we’ve been traveling, socializing, or working more than normal, it’s essential to close this hectic period and get back to a calm routine. Here are 5
If you think there’s no point in even trying to exercise over the holidays, tweak your thinking just a bit. Focus on getting in at least a little intentional movement every day, even when you can’t actually exercise. In your efforts to be consistent, this is one of those “a little is better than nothing”
Who says we can’t have grownup fun enjoying Halloween treats? IN MODERATION, that is! Sure, you can enjoy a bit of candy now and then. Allow yourself a small piece or two, enjoy it slowly and mindfully, then have a glass of water and move on with your day. But better yet are adult
If it’s not too soon for scenes like this one in stores, then it’s not too soon to plan your fitness over the holiday season. Imagine waking up on January 1st already feeling fit, energized, and proud of yourself. No need for a resolution, no guilt from too many holiday treats, no sluggish start to
You can enjoy traditional holiday feasts without ruining your diet, calories, or macros. Just try one or two of these healthy swaps to see how you like cooking with them and how your family & friends enjoy them at the big meal. Heck, you could even incorporate a few moving forward into the
When Pat moved to a new town in her 60s, she quickly visited the local animal shelter to volunteer. Pat always has been an animal-lover, and she thought volunteering would be a good way to meet people and learn about the community. And she was right. She made new friends and found a purpose in
No matter where you are in your fitness journey, the holidays can through you off track if you’re not careful. Just the parties alone are a problem for lots of us. The cocktails, the heavy appetizers, the irresistible desserts (that often end up being, you know, not even worth it). Well, by now you’ve navigated
Anytime we think about gratitude, most people often put their health high on the list. And not much boosts your health quite like healthy habits – including regularly exercising, eating right, sleeping well, and managing stress. It’s always a good time to express gratitude. And here are a few more items to add to your
The holidays can be a “good news, bad news” situation for some people. The good news: We get time off from work, we get to see families and friends, and we get to eat our favorite foods. The bad news: Disrupted schedules, busy calendars, and extra calories can throw us off our healthy tracks. It
Remember when the default gift for Father’s Day was a tie from Sears? That won’t cut it anymore. Today’s dads over 50 are more active than in previous generations. And they want to spend time with grandkids and other family and friends more than they want some lame trinket. So, if you’d rather give the