Starting Your Journey to Fitness

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Are you trying to set fitness goals, but don’t know where to start? You’ve come to the right place. The word “fitness” can look scary. People plan their New Year’s resolutions around it, post intimidating gym photos with fitness in the captions, and some plan their lifestyle around fitness. But fitness doesn’t need to be scary. According to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary, being “fit” or “healthy” just means “showing physical, mental, or emotional well-being.” We are all capable of being fit. Just remember a few key things:

The Shocking Secret to a Healthier and Happier Life

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Healthy lifestyle living hacks abound. Lower carbs, lower cholesterol. More exercise, more energy. Less sugar, less risk of cancer. Healthy eating, a longer life. All of these methods hold true. However, one health hack might shock you, and it’s surprisingly simple: supportive friends. Friendship has been called preventive medicine; it is one of the essential keys to living a healthier, happier life.

Why Your Body Feels Grief Before Your Words Do

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You’re still dragging, even though technically you slept. Your stomach won’t settle, although you ate. Your chest feels tight, though you can breathe just fine. Your mind is foggy, except for the flood of memories—little flashes of hospital rooms, unanswered calls, holidays that don’t look the same. You’re not exactly sad—but something’s definitely wrong. You’re not “being dramatic.” This is grief in the body.

Finding the Pathway to a Healthier You

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When we think about making changes for a healthier lifestyle, most of us probably consider diet and exercise. That was my focus for most of my adult life. I was all about burning calories and increasing muscle strength. Total transparency? My only concern was maintaining my weight—or losing weight. I grew up with an unhealthy body image (as many women do), and I had tunnel vision.