Stop sitting

Research shows that sitting all day can increase the risk for chronic disease and decrease life span. Unfortunately, regular workouts do not reduce this risk, which makes adding more movement throughout the day essential for health.

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Purge old workout gear.

Socks wear thin, sports bras lose support, waistbands stretch out, and the UPF in sun-protective clothing decreases with each wash. Toss exercise clothing that is worn out and donate what you don't wear. Tennis shoes last for about 300 to 400 miles of activity. Get fitted for a new pair, and donate those past their prime to a program such as Soles4Souls.

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Navigating the many health recommendations and diet suggestions we see daily can be challenging. If you are having trouble deciding which foods to eat, how much to eat, and when to eat them, here are a few tips for finding your own healthy eating style.

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Spring is a season of renewal that can inspire us to refresh our fitness routines. Here are six activities to help you celebrate the warmer weather while boosting your health.

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Improve Your Nutrition

A low-calorie diet will help you lose weight, but if you're not careful, it can lead to nutritional deficiencies. Nutrition must be a priority to give your body the fuel it needs. Eat meals and snacks balanced in protein, carbohydrates, and healthy fats. Include a variety of plant-based foods to increase your intake of dietary fiber and phytonutrients that protect health.

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With the short winter days, some of us get a case of the winter blues. This mild depression that only occurs in the fall and winter is called seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Roughly 25 percent of the population is affected by SAD.

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Goals are important to adopting a healthier lifestyle because they help us measure progress. You can stay motivated and set achievable goals by breaking down your goals into manageable steps.

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Good posture keeps the spine strong and stable while supporting its natural curves. By paying attention to how you sit and stand, you can make simple adjustments to improve your posture.

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Living a healthier lifestyle isn't always the result of drastic changes. Often, the small changes we make to daily habits have the biggest impact on our health. Here are ten small changes you can make that will improve your health.

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When you encounter challenges, it is easy for negative self-talk to take over, but you can reduce it by using positive affirmations. A positive affirmation is a word or phrase that confirms a positive aspect about you or your life. These affirmations can be used whenever you need a boost to your self-confidence.

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