Wellness Blog
LearnWell: How to Be a Better Runner
Running can be a lot harder than it looks. And if you’ve ever found yourself huffing and puffing while out for a morning jog, you’ve likely wondered how to be a better runner.As you probably know, there’s more to running
Benefits of Probiotic Foods
The Critical Importance of Your Microbiome You might have thought we knew all there was to know about the human body. In recent years, however, there has been an increased focus not just on the genome, but also on the importance
Core Strengthening Exercises That Aren’t Sit-Ups
Photo Credit: Unsplash/Jonathan Borba Do you want a strong core but hate doing sit-ups? Well, you aren’t alone. Everyone wants defined abs, but few people actually want to do boring sit-ups. The great news is that many different types of core
6 Personal Development Books You Should Read Today
Photo By Thought Catalog on Pexels Good health doesn’t only include exercise and eating well. It also involves keeping your mind healthy. Reading personal development books is an excellent way to keep your mind in just as good of shape as
A quick guide to speeding up your fitness recovery
Photo by The Lazy Artist Gallery from Pexels If you're a fitness buff, you know exactly what that post-workout feeling is like. Those feel-good endorphins and dopamine are flowing through your body, and you feel strong for completing yet another workout
All the different types of pushups you can do (and why you should do them)
Photo by Kamaji Ogino from Pexels Pushups are an incredible addition to almost any fitness plan. That’s because they can be done from anywhere, using nothing but your own body weight. And while the countless pushup variations out there can seem
LearnWell: All About Breathwork
What Is Breathwork? "Breathwork" is any technique that involves controlling your breath for therapeutic purposes. These purposes are generally calming, but breathing is an amazingly powerful tool. It can also energize, help us emotionally, and give us a sense of empowerment. How
What to Eat Pre- and Post-Workout
Working out and eating right are the keys to a healthy lifestyle. Finding a workout that you enjoy is vital to keeping up an exercise routine. And fueling your body with the right foods before and after a workout can
What to Expect from a Barre Class
Are you thinking of trying a new exercise? Are you bored with the machines at the gym? Then you should try a barre workout. Barre is a popular workout that uses a ballet bar and a yoga mat to get
LearnWell: 8 Helpful Tips to Declutter Your Life
The National Association of Productivity and Organizing Professionals (NAPO) estimates that the average person spends at least one year of their life searching for misplaced items. If you’re looking to reclaim some lost time, learning how to declutter your home
Healthy Breakfast Ideas for Those Busy (and Not So Busy) Mornings
Healthy Breakfast Ideas Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Breakfast fuels the busy day. Eating a healthy breakfast is like putting gas in the body’s engine to go go go all day long. It’s essential to start the
5 Superfoods to Start Eating in 2021 (with Recipes!)
Superfoods are big news these days. Many people want to achieve better health and wellness, and they turn to superfoods when revamping their lifestyle. Getting on board the superfood train can give you a whole new outlook on life. It
LearnWell: Is Lifting Weights Bad For You? 6 Misconceptions About Weights.
Photo by Andrea Piacquadio from Pexels Weight Training Is Vital for Health While even a small number of studies will show you how important exercise is, it's not uncommon to hear the question, "Is lifting weights bad for me?" In fact, this
Traveling Post-Pandemic: Things You Should Know
With widespread COVID-19 vaccination efforts underway, many are starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel of the coronavirus pandemic. Vaccination efforts are ramping up and cities are beginning to inch towards normalcy. As travel starts to become
Six Spring Vegetables (and What to Do With Them)
Fresh spring vegetables in the grocery stores and farmers markets are one sign that spring is upon us. These bright and delicious vegetables are healthy and full of potential for new recipes this season. But, how to serve these spring
LearnWell: 5 Common Worries About Downward Dog
Downward Dog: arguably one of the most famous yoga positions where you create a "V-shape" with your body, is favored by many yoga teachers and practitioners for its many benefits. These include the strengthening of various muscle groups and joints,