Movement and Exercise for Wellness Archives

What Yoga Does to the Mind

June 25th, 2018 - Read more

Most people think of yoga as good exercise and a healthy activity for the body but accumulating evidence shows that it can also be great for your mind. Yoga promotes a feeling of relaxation and calm that has beneficial effects on every aspect of a person’s health. It is an activity that not only is …

Filed Under: Mental Health, Movement and Exercise for Wellness, Therapy

Exercise is Sobriety’s Best Friend

April 23rd, 2018 - Read more

People who are involved in addiction recovery need to focus on a number of different aspects of their health in order to feel stable in their sobriety. Even though mental health is an important focus in addiction treatment, physical health can be equally as crucial to a person’s ability to recover. Exercise can be a …

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2018 Lifestyle Modification

January 10th, 2018 - Read more

At the beginning of the new year, most people make resolutions to help them change their habits in ways that will improve their health but it can be difficult to develop a whole new lifestyle. However, small changes over a period of time can help you accumulate healthier habits and be more successful in long-term …

Filed Under: Movement and Exercise for Wellness, Positivity

How to Start Your Day In An Inspiring Way

March 21st, 2016 - Read more

Studies show that within the first two to six hours of the day the brain is at its peak of productivity. It’s important to utilize that duration of time to fill your body and mind with energy. Here are 5 tips to use when making an energetic morning routine to start off your day: Listen …

Filed Under: Diet and Nutrition for Wellness, Mental Health, Movement and Exercise for Wellness, Positivity

Five Morning Habits To Reduce Stress

February 22nd, 2016 - Read more

Whether you have been diagnosed with anxiety or are dealing with general stress, life can feel incredibly overwhelming at times. Mornings can often go one of two ways – peaceful, nourishing, and a good start to the day, or hectic, rushed, and stress-inducing. Consider these five habits to implement in your morning routine to help …

Filed Under: Meditation Practice, Mental Health, Movement and Exercise for Wellness

Five Steps to a Healthier, Happier You

January 15th, 2016 - Read more

As the new year gets into full swing, it’s safe to say that many of us are working to fulfill our resolutions or improve ourselves in some way or another. As we work toward health and happiness in 2016, these five steps will support you along your journey. Food: What we put into our bodies …

Filed Under: Meditation Practice, Mental Health, Movement and Exercise for Wellness, Positivity

The Nutrition of Mental Health

December 21st, 2015 - Read more

This infographic has been shared from Positive Med.

Filed Under: Diet and Nutrition for Wellness, Mental Health, Movement and Exercise for Wellness

Surefire Strategies For Coping With Stress and Anxiety

December 17th, 2015 - Read more

No matter the time of year, anxiety and stress can be huge factors in one’s daily life. During the holidays, some people feel these life stressors more than other times of year, however. It is important to not only seek help but also utilize effective at-home strategies to help you cope with these types of …

Filed Under: Meditation Practice, Mental Health, Movement and Exercise for Wellness, Positivity, Spirituality

Running: Exercise’s Place In Addiction Recovery

November 18th, 2015 - Read more

Many people turn to exercise as a form of stress relief, a way to clear the mind, and a mode to physically challenge the body. When battling addiction and fighting to maintain sobriety, exercise can play a very pivotal role in preventing relapse. Writer David Jones explains that running helped him to continue with his …

Filed Under: Addiction, Movement and Exercise for Wellness

Managing Seasonal Stress, Naturally

October 22nd, 2015 - Read more

As we enter into the fall season and holiday-related stressors are just around the corner, now is a great time to get your stress levels in check in a natural way. In response to a variety of stress triggers at work and at home, managing stress with natural remedies is a safe and impactful way …

Filed Under: Diet and Nutrition for Wellness, Meditation Practice, Mental Health, Movement and Exercise for Wellness