Incorporating Ergonomic Stretches into Your Everyday Life
By Brittany Wonnell, RD It can be easy to learn ergonomic habits like sitting straight in your chair, pushing heavy carts instead of pulling and using your legs—not your back—when lifting heavy objects. But keeping up with these safe practices throughout the day can be difficult to remember. Almost all of us try to start […]
Ergonomics in the Workplace
By Ryan Lawson, exercise specialist Ergonomics is defined as the science of designing and arranging things to increase efficiency, safety and ease of use. When applied to the workplace, ergonomics is about fitting the task to the worker rather than forcing the worker to make modifications for the task at hand. By optimizing work functions, […]
5 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Eat at Your Desk
By Katie Boscia, RD, IBCLC, CDE How many times have you decided to eat lunch at your desk in order to get more work done? Most people at one time or another have decided to eat lunch and continue working at their desks. But studies show that eating at your desk can be bad for […]
Move Your Workout Outside
By Ryan Lawson, Exercise Specialist As warmer weather begins to make a more steady appearance in the coming weeks, it’s more inviting to get involved in outdoor activities. Moving activities outside during nice, sunny weather has several positive health benefits. Outdoor exercise has been associated with increased energy and revitalization, as well as decreased feelings […]
How to Get the Most Out of Your Workout
By Katie Boscia, RD, IBCLC, CDE Staying hydrated during a workout helps your body maintain blood volume and good cardiac output, as well as deliver oxygen to the muscles you’re exercising. It also helps prevent muscle cramps and helps regulate your core temperature. In order to stay properly hydrated while exercising, you need to make […]
Exercise Your Mind with Yoga and Pilates
By Ryan Lawson, Exercise Specialist If you’ve considered joining a yoga or Pilates class, your reasons might be to strengthen your core or become more flexible. But in addition to the physical benefits of these classes, there are numerous mental health benefits. While Pilates focuses on the powerhouse areas such as abdominal muscles, lower back, […]
Tips for Mindful Eating
By Katie Boscia, RD, IBCLC, CDE Learning what you should eat is half the battle of living a healthier life. The other half is being present and paying attention to what you’re eating. Our world today is so busy, we’re constantly trying to save time. Whether it’s eating in the car while you’re taking your […]
The Mental Aspect of Exercise
By Ryan Lawson, Exercise Specialist The role mindfulness plays in improving your overall health and wellbeing can often be overlooked. Sometimes during a workout, you may be distracted by the stress of daily living or by thinking about other tasks you could be doing instead of exercising. By being smart and engaging the mind during […]
Slow it Down: How Walking Can Be Better Than Running
By Brittany Nelson, MS, RD, CHWC The importance of walking is sometimes overlooked because of other high-intensity exercises that are popular. But whether it’s for weight loss or just toning your muscles, physical activity at any level can benefit your overall health and wellbeing. Anything is better than nothing—remember that when thinking about incorporating some […]
Spring Clean Your Fitness Routine
By Ryan Lawson, Exercise Specialist After the seemingly endless winter months, many of us look to the spring as a time for new beginnings. Spring is a great time to take stock of where we are, as well as an opportunity to declutter and re-organize as we plan for the exciting, warm months ahead. The […]