All too often, we look to supplements or oral medications to solve our nutritional or hormonal deficiencies, but this approach is not always effective. Fortunately, even hormonal issues such as low testosterone can often be resolved by building some new, healthier habits. Why are Testosterone Levels Important? Men’s levels of testosterone, a steroid hormone, tend … Read more
Is dirt really a dirty word? Or could it be something else, something more powerful? Full disclosure: I am a mom and I work with small children, so my tolerance for dirt is pretty high. But studies have found dirt doesn’t have to be gross-dirty. Instead, it can just be dirt-dirty, and it can pack … Read more
You’ve likely experienced the physiological effects of stress—sweaty palms, racing heart, shallow breathing—and are familiar with the feeling of being overwhelmed it can bring. The stress response is part of the “fight or flight” mechanism that has helped our species thrive. However, the demands of modern life make this adaptive response problematic for our long-term well-being. This article covers the … Read more
Research has shown that most mental health conditions present by age 25 or earlier, making young adults between the ages of 18 and 24 a particular concern for mental health agencies and advocates around the world, who continue to investigate effective support strategies for young adults and other vulnerable populations. Unfortunately, that same research highlights the fact that, while the initial onset of mental … Read more
Everyone knows that exercise improves physical health. You’ve likely heard of its metabolism-boosting, blood sugar–lowering and cardioprotective benefits. Less commonly discussed are exercise’s powerful depression- and anxiety-reducing effects. Follow these six guidelines to improve your mental and emotional health through exercise. Get Outside Moving your routine outdoors in natural spaces—which is called green exercise—may provide a boost in mental well-being. There is emerging evidence that … Read more
If you want to feel your best, you need to make time for self-improvement. Time for yourself isn’t something you find, it’s something you need to schedule, prioritize and make the most of. As women, we already have a lot on our agenda. Oftentimes, we’re may find ourselves accepting additional tasks and responsibilities that help … Read more
In the upcoming full-day ACE Health and Fitness Summit: Coaching and Training Women, happening on May 19th, attendees will get the pleasure of learning from Mychele Sims, ACE Certified Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor. Mychele’s session will be on “Debunking Myths in Women’s Fitness.” This session will investigate, discuss and debunk the myths surrounding women … Read more
“Stillness” is the enemy of biology. Our bodies were designed for movement, not prolonged, uninterrupted sitting. Yet, one of the primary solutions to the problem of people spending so much time being sedentary has been to make the sitting experience as artificial as possible, enabling longer and longer sitting durations. High-tech chairs costing thousands of dollars are designed to support the body with limited to … Read more
Given the diverse range of shapes and sizes among humans, it’s only natural to consider that different eating plans and training routines might be more fitting or effective based on individual body types. Unfortunately, this perspective has given rise to numerous enduring misconceptions in the health and fitness industry. Let’s go back to the basics: Conversations surrounding somatotypes (the scientific term for … Read more
People come in a variety of shapes and sizes, so it might seem logical to assume that different eating plans and training routines would be more appropriate or impactful depending on one’s body type. Unfortunately, this idea has given rise to numerous persistent misconceptions within the health and fitness industry. Conversations about somatotypes (the scientific term for human body types) often revolve around the concept … Read more