As a kid, I exercised all the time. It was almost a cultural thing we grew up in. If you wanted to have fun, 50% of that fun would be found outside and 100% of what you did outside would involve physical exercise. And I believe this was a big help in developing my mental…
Your All-In Answer Sheet For General Health Questions
When it comes to general health, there are a lot of questions people are asking, and a lot of different places to get the answers to those questions. In this article, I’ve combined ten of the most commonly asked questions regarding general health. I’ve done the research into each topic and now present you with…
How Can We Understand Depression?
So much talk these days has to do with the subject of depression – and rightly so. Studies show that at least 21% of adults in the US experience a mental health condition. That, to me, is crazy! It means that almost 70 million people experience mental health conditions. How Has Depression Become Such A…
Is Access To Mental Healthcare A Necessity? Let’s Find Out!
Okay, show of hands: Who among us has had or currently has a mental healthcare issue? Studies show that one in four of us do or have had a mental health issue at some point in our lives. But how bad really is it to have a mental health issue? If everyone has one, is…
Here’s The Ultimate Training Guide For Hiking!
Yes, I know what you’re going to say about hiking. Something like: “Isn’t the ultimate training guide just to walk longer and further? I mean, that’s all hiking is, right?” The short answer: if you want to build your chest, do you only do pushups? Okay, bear with me! Overview Of How Hikers Should Train…
The Stigma Surrounding Mental Health
Have you ever spoken with someone about their mental health? Or someone who admits to having a mental illness? What was your reaction? Studies have shown that the American public at large is getting a lot more open about mental illness. A whopping 87% of adults agree that “having a mental disorder is nothing to…
The Impact Of Nutrition On Muscle Recovery
Rest, exercise, diet. These three things are the biggest factors in muscle recovery. You can’t think of taking your fitness journey seriously without the idea of food, sleep schedule, and training regiment popping into your mind. But there’s another factor that plays into all three: timing. You’ll find that our bodies are inclined to follow…
Hydration 101: The Key To A Healthy Life
People my whole life have told me that hydration is super important. I know that water is good for me, and even that it helps create blood cells and wash out toxins that I consume in my body. But all of that is far too generalized for me to really get a good grasp on…
Why Foam Rolling Could Help You Improve Your Fitness
Have you guys tried foam rolling? This is like when you get that squishy exercise rolling pin and lay down or sit down on it? That stuff does wonders for my body, oh my goodness! It really started to help me when I picked up combative sports, running, and got in the gym more. The…
Let’s Understand How To Manage And Treat An Eating Disorder
The term eating disorder can be frightening, a little confusing, and seem a little bit like a permanent fixture in a person’s life. But what do these things actually mean? How do they affect us? And how can we take the necessary steps to try and get rid of them? In this article, we’re going…