What Fitness Experts Think About Sit-Ups
The verdict on sit-ups and yoga poses that challenge the core.
The Power of Regret: Book Reflection
In The Power of Regret, author Daniel Pink explains how to have regrets is to be human and to use regret as a tool to make life better.
Be Still: Why Static Holds Are Best for Lowering Blood Pressure
A large scale study challenges current guidelines on the types of exercise that best lowers blood pressure.
The Advantages of Working Out In a Group Setting
Working out in a group has many advantages, from increased motivation, enjoyment, and more health and mental benefits.
Why Yoga Calms You Down
Practicing yoga increases GABA levels. This helps improve mood, makes us feel less anxious, and calms us down.
Home Renovation Shows Are Making Us Prioritize Others Rather Than Ourselves
A study shows that homeowners think less about what they want and more about the market when making home design and renovation decisions.
Foods to Avoid: "Ultra-Processed People" Book Reflection
In Ultra-Processed People, van Tulleken argues that our food supply is the main reason for obesity and the health issues that come with it.
It's Healthy to Not Judge Emotions: How a Yoga Class Can Incorporate This Valuable Lesson
A recent study shows that not judging negative emotions is good for us. And here's how we can incorporate this lesson in yoga.
Wiki and Sprite: When a Dog Grieves
Wiki and Sprite spent 12 years together. When Wiki passed away, it took a toll on all of us, including Sprite. Here's how she bounced back.
The Good Life: Lessons from the World’s Longest Scientific Study of Happiness - Book Reflection
A book review of The Good Life. Why our relationships are the most important predictor of our happiness and health.
Don’t Follow Your Passion: Eye-Opening Career Advice
If the advice "follow your passion" leaves you feeling confused and worried that you lack passion in life, this one is for you.
Don’t Be Scared of Anti-Nutrients
Proper preparation removes anti-nutrient compounds in your favorite healthy foods, according to research from Nutrition.
The Long-Term Health Risks of Artificial Sweeteners
The World Health Organization warns of the long term health risks of artificial sweeteners and as an ingredient for weight loss.
A Yoga Grounding and Opening Sequence for Everyone
A simple and effective way to start a yoga class that combines movement with philosophy and positive mental shift.
Money and Marriage
What to consider and questions to ask when deciding how you will deal with money when it comes to marriage and relationships.
Atomic Habits by James Clear: Why I Recommend It
A review of James Clear's best selling book on habits.
Instead of Counting Calories, Do This for Weight Loss, According to a New Study
A new study explains why controlling for insulin leads to sustainable weight loss instead of counting calories.
How Financial Trust Builds a Lasting Relationship
What is financial infidelity? Researchers find a correlation between relationship quality and how couples deal with money.
Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals Book Reflection
This New York Times Bestseller reframes the way we deal with time, productivity, and life. It explains the beauty of our own limitations.
The Healing Power of Music
Research shows that listening and making music changes us physically and mentally, which improves our wellbeing.