It can feel pretty empowering to take a stand and proclaim (to yourself): “I’m going to lose weight!” But there’s one surefire way for your enthusiasm to take a nosedive, and that is if you’re not making as much progress as you’d like to make. However, there’s no reason to call the whole thing off: it’s possible that there’s a variable factor that’s stopping you from shedding as many pounds as you’d like. Below, we take a look at seven reasons the weight may not be falling off. You’ve Just Started Rome wasn’t built in a day! Losing weight is like anything else in life, it takes time. If you’ve been dieting for a week and you’re barely noticing any changes, then it’s not the end of the world. The journey has only just begun, and it won’t be until you’re further along than you begin to see changes. If you find this difficult to accept, or have doubts about how legitimate it is, think of it this way: a person who visited a gym to build muscle wouldn’t see any results for six weeks … [Read more...]
4 Mistakes To Watch Out For When Choosing Life Insurance
When you start a family, it’s important that you begin making plans for their future right away. Putting money aside for their future is important, but have you considered how they’ll get by when you’re gone? It’s not something that you want to think about and hopefully, it’s a long way off. But there’s always a chance that an accident could happen and if you haven’t made plans for that, your family might end up in a difficult situation. You also need to consider how they will afford your care when you’re unable to look after yourself. This is all horrible stuff to think about now, but it’s important. That’s why it’s so essential that you get a good life insurance policy right away. But getting a good policy is often easier said than done and there are a lot of things that you can get wrong. If you’re about to take out a life insurance policy, make sure that you avoid these mistakes. Not Shopping Around This is one of the most basic rules when you’re shopping for any kind of … [Read more...]
9 Natural Alternatives for Prescription Drugs for Anxiety
Anxiety is defined as a feeling of worry or unease about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome. For many, anxiety is a chronic issue that is exacerbated by the daily ills of life. Unfortunately for many, prescription drugs are the only recourse to solve their anxiety. People do not realize that there are natural alternatives to fight anxiety. 1. Exercise One of the best things that you can do for anxiety, stress or any form of mental issue is to go out and get active. Many medical professionals recommend at least 30 minutes of any form of exercise per day would be ideal. Whether this is going to the gym and lifting some weights or simply taking a morning walk around the neighborhood, a lot of stress can be relieved with exercise. Besides the many cardiovascular benefits that regular exercise has, it has also shown to reduce anxiety in stressful situations. Simple, yet effective. 2. Meditation Meditation is also a very simple, but powerful technique that you can … [Read more...]
Ways to Prevent 3 Common Sports Injuries and Ailments
Sports physical therapists don’t just help athletes recover after an injury. They also give them the resources to prevent future injuries. Here are a few injury prevention tips that athletes of all skill levels can use to stay fit on the field. Preventing Overuse Injuries Sports are a great way to stay healthy, build character, and learn the importance of teamwork. When athletes work too hard, however, they increase their risk for overuse injuries. These injuries aren’t as obvious as broken bones or wrist fractures, which are known as acute injuries. Acute injuries occur when a single, traumatic incident harms the body. Overuse injuries, on the other hand, are the result of repetitive trauma. Examples include shin splints and tendonitis. Overuse injuries can lead to pain, dizziness, weakness, skin irritation, and more. To prevent these injuries, athletes should always warm-up and cool-down before and after they exercise. Strength training and flexibility exercises can minimize the … [Read more...]
The Perfect E-Reader for Mom This Holiday Season
Busy women on the go and moms juggling kids and work will love getting the perfect E-reader this Christmas. This both fun and functional tech Christmas gift for mum will help her reduce clutter while accessing hundreds of her favorite books, magazines, and blogs. But which E-reader is best for the mom in your life? Let’s check out some of our favorite E-readers. The Amazon Kindle Amazon continues to dominate the E-reader market with lightweight products that provide everything from an impressive Kindle lending library to access to movies, music, and more. There are a number of popular E-readers, from the Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (which is both affordable and water-resistant) to the premium Kindle Oasis. The Kindle provides a pleasant reading experience, reducing overall strain on the eyes. There are several options for reader, some offering more space and access to Amazon Prime. If your mom is more interested in just reading her favorite books, then the basic version is probably … [Read more...]
Even An Apple A Day Isn’t Enough To Keep You Away From Your Doctor
When to comes to health, most of us are pretty good at turning a blind eye to warning signs. While it’s true that we’re living in a nation of hypochondriacs (thank you Google), many of us also ignore these worries. We may spend time diagnosing ourselves, but few of us do anything about it. For the most part, it is true that self-diagnosis is often off-the-mark. But, ignoring these things altogether could lead to problems. Even if you’re getting the diagnosis wrong, something is going on for you to be searching in the first place. Rather than assuming it’s probably nothing, book an appointment with your doctor as soon as possible. You shouldn’t need us to tell you that there’s often no room for maneuver when it comes to our health. A small niggle may be easy to treat in the early stages, but it could fast get serious if you keep ignoring what’s going on. If you still aren’t convinced an appointment with a professional is what you need, keep reading to find out why you’re … [Read more...]
How You Should Workout With Certain Ailments
Nothing should ever stop you from being who you want to be. As we get older we begin to see our bodies increase in weight, and our health is affected by this. We also live busy lives, taking care of the kids, cooking and running daily errands. Unfortunately, as we age, our bodies begin to fade in some ways that are hindering to a more healthy lifestyle. It's just the way the dice roll sometimes but that doesn’t mean you should give up. Certain ailments can be championed and jumped over so you can maintain your health and be around longer for your children. The key is to know what you need to do to accommodate your health problems, so you can work out just like everybody else does. Sports vision For some people wearing glasses is just one step too far. They can be uncomfortable physically, but also make you feel older than you are. Many who need to wear glasses feel self-conscious so when you’re trying to lose weight, it's best to wear contact lenses. However, everyday contact … [Read more...]
Don’t Leave The Babies Out This Sports Season!
If you are a die hard sports fan, then your entire life is consumed by your favorite team. You have to watch every game and stay on top of team moves. It is common to want to share this passion with your children. Read on to find out how to get your child to embrace your favorite sports team. Where Does The Love Come From Sports teams usually give people a sense of pride. They can bring a community together and give you a sense of pride for your locale. Wearing team apparel allows you to put this pride on display. For example, buying baseball onesies are a good way for your baby to represent your favorite baseball team and to show you are a true Bostonian. Buy Them Sports Related Theme Clothing Many sports teams make clothing for infants. It is not hard to find a jersey or t-shirt for small children. You do not necessary have to get clothing with team names to get your child to share your interest in sports. You can get clothing with sports items on them, such as a baseball, bat … [Read more...]
Are There Benefits of High-Intensity Interval Training?
A lot of people can be put off working out as they imagine the typical image of pounding the treadmill in the gym, and spending hours in there. But there is so much more to exercise than going to the gym and spending a lot of time. You can get a good workout in the comfort of your own home, all under half an hour if you are short on time. So really, there are no excuses to not get started. You just need to know what to be doing. With that in mind, today’s post is all about the benefits of training using high-intensity interval training, or HIIT as it has become known. The results are proven that it works, and it helps you to get fitter, as well as get lean. So here is a little more about it, and why you should be using it for your exercise regimen. Burn Lots of Calories in Short Amount of Time There have been studies looking into HIIT workouts to see how many calories that you actually burn. One particular study, found on ncbi.nlm.nih.com, looked into thirty minutes of HIIT, … [Read more...]
Exercise Tips For Busy Moms
You're a busy mom; we get it! Fitting exercise into your daily routine is difficult. With the mountain of chores you need to do, and with the daily demands of being a mother to cope with, you aren't going to have a lot of time to get to the gym or any of those things that you used to do before your kids arrived. But here's the thing. Exercise needs to be your number one priority. The more you do, the better you will feel. You will have more energy to play with your kids. The endorphin rush will steady your nerves when your stress levels rise. And you will be less likely to fall ill through exhaustion, as exercise can lift your moods and bolster your immune system. So, where to start? Here are some tips to help you. Alter your mindset Don't feel guilty for wanting to take time out to exercise. Don't tell yourself 'you're too busy.' As we said, exercise needs to be a priority in your life, so you need to switch your thinking. If you need to hire a childminder so you can get to … [Read more...]
