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Wellness Wednesday: It’s Never Too Late: How My Papa Inspired Me (and Himself) to Keep Moving Forward
When my grandfather called me the other day, I had no idea it would be a full-circle moment. After completing his pulmonary rehab program, he made a bold decision—to trust me with the next phase of his health journey. His story is proof that no matter your age or challenges, it’s never too late to start. Here's how he's taking control of his future and why his journey might just inspire yours.
Wellness Wednesday: The Power of Small Habits: How Consistency Creates Lasting Change
What if the key to transforming your health wasn’t a drastic diet or intense workout plan but something much simpler? The secret to lasting success lies in the tiny, consistent actions we often overlook. Just like a single grain of rice or a compounding penny, small daily choices can lead to extraordinary results.
Wellness Wednesday: Don’t Be Deceived By The Lies The Scale Tells
The scale is a tool, but it’s far from the only one. In fact, it can be misleading and often harmful when relied on as the sole indicator of success. If you're ready to rethink your relationship with the scale and your body, let's explore why that number isn't as important as you think—and how you can cultivate a healthier mindset around weight.
Wellness Wednesday: The Muscle Myth: How Building Lean Muscle Affects Your Metabolism
For as long as many of us can remember, there’s been this widespread belief that gaining 1 pound of muscle would result in burning an additional 50 calories per day. Sounds like an amazing deal, right? Gain 5 pounds of muscle, and voilà, an extra 250 calories burned daily just by existing, amounting to about one pound of fat loss every two weeks.
Unfortunately, the real numbers don’t quite live up to the hype.
Wellness Wednesday: Fast Weight Loss Doesn’t Work
Understanding that weight loss is a gradual process can help set realistic expectations. It's essential to recognize that each person's body responds differently to dietary changes, influenced by genetics, health status, and lifestyle. For many, sustainable weight loss can take longer than expected, and this is perfectly normal.
Wellness Wednesday: Why Weight Loss Is Harder For Some Than Others
Losing weight is a challenging and often frustrating journey for many people, and it's not as simple as just "eat less and move more." There are complex psychological, biological, and behavioral factors that make the process difficult—often more difficult for some than for others.
Wellness Wednesday: Working Out While Under The Weather: The Real Impact of Germs, Cold Season, and Your Workout Routine
When you’re sick, especially with a respiratory illness, your immune system is already working overtime to fight off infection. Exercise, while beneficial for a healthy body, is an additional stressor. Under normal circumstances, this stress prompts the body to adapt and grow stronger. But when you're sick, adding a workout can overwhelm the system, potentially delaying recovery or making symptoms worse.
Wellness Wednesday: The Power Of Movement
When it comes to fat loss and overall health, exercise is often touted as the go-to solution. However, there's another crucial factor that plays a significant role in your daily caloric expenditure: Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis, or NEAT.
Wellness Wednesday: A Step Toward Better Health
Whether you're just starting out or looking to fine-tune your routine for maximum impact, it's time to embrace one of the simplest and most effective forms of exercise: walking.