Travel more. It’s something we all aspire to do. And we know we’re not the only ones who get a glimpse of a white sand beach, snowy mountaintop or quaint foreign village and dream about all of the rest and relaxation that awaits. But, for a growing set of travelers, fitness-focused vacays and destinations have become a part of their travel destination checklist. Whether you’re looking to log a few miles under a canopy of lush rain forest trees, hike rugged trails in a state park or even surf … [Read more...] about Your Wellness Travel Adventure Awaits
Mark Love
Commit to Fit: Steps to Keeping Your Fitness Resolutions
All of the gym treadmills are full, everyone’s posting pics of their healthy meal-planning conquests and you’ve purchased the latest heart-rate measuring, sleep-monitoring, calorie-counting wearable thing out there. A few weeks into the New Year and all of this can only mean one thing. Like millions of others, you made a New Year’s resolution to get fit. Though there aren’t a lot of hard numbers floating around on just how many of us vow to lose weight, eat better or just get in better … [Read more...] about Commit to Fit: Steps to Keeping Your Fitness Resolutions
Keeping the Heart Healthy
Heart health has become a focus for many Americans. Often, our busy yet sedentary lifestyles do not allow for us to take the necessary steps to ensure a healthy heart. But hearth health is not something to be brushed aside. According to the Centers for Disease Control, heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States – accounting for one in every four deaths. According to Harvard Health, as many as 10 percent of heart attacks occur before age 45. … [Read more...] about Keeping the Heart Healthy
Keeping Skin Healthy This Summer
It's summer – the weather is warm and the sun is bright. While fun in the sun is all well and good, it can come with unintended consequences for the skin. We’ve all been there – a fun day outdoors quickly turns into an uncomfortable evening when the dreaded sunburn appears. Many feel as though this is an unavoidable consequence of those sunny summer days, but that is not the case. With a proper summer skin care plan, many of the negative side effects of sun exposure can be lessened, if not … [Read more...] about Keeping Skin Healthy This Summer
Spoil the One You Love This Valentine’s Day
Love is in the air. While Valentine’s Day can be seen as cliché – with teddy bears, chocolates and roses galore – it’s always nice to stand out and give that special someone a first. Don’t stick to the usual dinner routine at a local restaurant, get creative this year and make Valentine’s Day unforgettable with some of these great date ideas. Reenact Your First Date Take a stroll down memory lane and reenact your first date. If the date was at a restaurant, make reservations at the same … [Read more...] about Spoil the One You Love This Valentine’s Day
2016: A Year to Create the Right Lifestyle for You
The holidays are over and reality is beginning to set back in. While some find themselves in a post-holiday slump, it can also be a time to reflect on the past year and set new goals for the upcoming year. According to a study done by the American Psychological Association, one in five adults succeeded in keeping their New Year’s resolutions. Making and keeping New Year’s resolutions may not always go hand-in-hand and it’s easy to let these resolutions fall to the wayside. Maintaining a … [Read more...] about 2016: A Year to Create the Right Lifestyle for You
Putting an End to High Blood Pressure
When people hear the term “high blood pressure,” most associate it with old age. However, this is not always the case. High blood pressure can occur at any age. According to the National Institutes of Health, 19 percent of young adults have high blood pressure. While high blood pressure is more common in ages 60 or older, it is a health concern for individuals of all ages. High blood pressure is often known as “the silent killer,” due to the fact it exhibits no symptoms. However, managing … [Read more...] about Putting an End to High Blood Pressure