The start of a new year brings with it a chance to set goals for the 365 days ahead and improve on attempts from previous years. For example, how many times did you punch the snooze button when you had planned on waking up early to work out?
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Welcome to week 2 of the 4-Week Meal-Prep Challenge. This week we're sharing baked salmon recipe with quinoa and asparagus.
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'Tis the season to fill up on the sweetest things in life — family, love and, of course, desserts! We always want to encourage you to enjoy these moments and feel good about all of your choices. Fitspo should never been about skipping out on a fun cocktail or holiday treat. It’s all about balance.
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The holidays can get anyone off track. Take some pro tips from the Tone It Up Girls for all the best, top strategies to get back on track faster than ever.
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“I’m not flexible enough.” “I don’t like chanting.” “I can’t sit through an hour-long stretching class.” “I just don’t do yoga.” Sound like you? That’s OK — yoga isn’t everyone’s cup of tea. But you can still get all the benefits of stretching without having to chant “om” or sit through a sweaty yoga class.
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There’s no doubt we’re living in stressful times. According to the American Psychological Association, as many as two-thirds of Americans are stressed about the future of our country. And between August 2016 and January 2017, the overall reported stress level of Americans rose from 4.8 to 5.1 on a scale of 1 to 10.
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From fruitcake to eggnog and candied yams to pecan pie, popular holiday foods don’t exactly scream “healthy.” But there are ways to enjoy a holiday dinner without chucking all your diet goals out the window. Here are nine easy ways to incorporate nutrient-rich superfoods into your festive spread.
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No gym? No problem. Pop in one of these DVDs, fire up one of these apps or stream YouTube videos in your living room for a great workout in the privacy of your own home. No need to deal with crowded gym classes, music that’s too loud or instructors that go too fast for beginners.
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From Thanksgiving to New Year’s, challenge yourself to put down your smartphone, close your laptop, turn off the TV and just be present with your loved ones.
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Extroverts seem to dominate the world -- in business, in politics, in media. They’re recognized in the classroom, rewarded in the office and appreciated at parties. But don’t make the mistake of dismissing introverts as irrelevant. In their quiet and thoughtful way, they have a lot to teach us.
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With a [winter chill in the air](https://www.livestrong.com/slideshow/1012553-stay-motivated-work-out-its-cold-dark-miserable/), people tend to avoid going outdoors and often skip the gym. But don't let [cold weather](https://www.livestrong.
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Cheers -- it's the holiday season! But before you clink your glass, let's make sure that what you're drinking won't throw off your diet goals. While it's easy to spot unhealthy foods, cocktails are a less obvious caloric culprit. The reality is they're often packed with sugar and empty calories.
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Our readers are listing stress, anxiety and sleep deprivation as significant concerns — here's the meditation app that can help.
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It’s that time of year again! This holiday season, there’s sure to be plenty of good food to be shared with family and friends. Celebrate by beginning a new tradition: Fill your holiday gatherings with plant-based goodness. It’s a gift of health to those that you love -- and it can be downright delicious!
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Cozying up with a warm cup of hot chocolate is a favorite childhood pastime, but who says kids should have all the fun? We're talking about hot chocolate made the adult way. Feel like adding a little booze? Brilliant idea. Want to make it spicy? Do it. Tackling the holidays by going Paleo? We’ve got you covered.
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Cher may be over 20 pounds heavier than she was in her prime, but at 71 she is planking longer and more frequently than most college coeds.
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Now that the thermostat is dropping and sweater weather has arrived (or is at least well on its way in many geographical areas), let’s try to look on the bright side. Cold weather, believe it or not, has quite a number of positives in the form of health benefits.
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Think you can't indulge in any holiday feasts because you're following a strict Paleo diet? Think again! Each of these recipes are Paleo and free of grains and overly processed foods.
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It’s the season when parties and potlucks are in full swing. But instead of bringing the usual casserole or ham to your next gathering, why not bring something different, such as an easy, homemade snack? From roasted chickpeas to zucchini chips, these recipes are unique, healthy and sure to impress a crowd.
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The real question is: Why? Why don’t men Zumba? I set out to find the answer. As it turns out, there are a few reasons. And one of them involves mustard stains.
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