With February coming to an end, we’re officially headed into the fresh Spring season! It’s another reminder that the cycle of nature is always ongoing, just like your journey with weight and health.
For many people, this is the time of year to “shake things up” a bit when it comes to their weight management routine. Perhaps you’re struggling with those extra pounds from the Winter and holiday season, or you’re just ready for a change. Whatever your reason to “shake things up,” this is a great time of year to do it. It’s a chance to start fresh and new!
So, this month, we’ve taken the time to scavenge the Internet for trending topics in health and wellness that can apply to you and your unique journey. We hope you’ll use these fantastic resources to spring into action and jump-start your weight management progress!
Our Favorite Finds: February 2018
4 Tips to Find Long-term Weight-loss Success (MyFitnessPal)
It’s enough of a struggle to lose weight… but how do you keep it off? And how do you continue to manage your weight and overcome any plateaus that may arise? These are popular questions that almost everyone has, and MyFitnessPal does a great job at breaking the answers down for you with a few simple tips and suggestions.
Learn to Say No and Set Boundaries (Nutrition Stripped)
You require a healthy dose of mental clarity to be successful on your weight management journey, but that’s not always easy if you’ve taken on a lot of other responsibilities. It can be hard to say no to other people and the constant demands of daily life… but sometimes it’s necessary! Not sure how? Nutrition Stripped walks you through the process for creating your own helpful boundaries.
8 Ways to Get Fit without Joining a Gym (Huff Post)
You don’t have to join a gym and pay those costly membership fees to start your journey with fitness. There are a bunch of other ways for you to squeeze-in physical activity elsewhere! All it takes is a little creativity and adventure. Remember, fitness can be achieved in many ways. It’s not always about exercise equipment and personal trainers.
February and the Heart: More than Valentine’s Day (Harvard Health)
Although February is just about over, heart health is forever. This important blog post piggy-backs off of American Heart Month and teaches you about the connection between weight and your heart. It also offers helpful tips for keeping your heart healthy all year long.
5 Tips for a Safe Workout Routine (Valley Health Wellness & Fitness)
You’re working out and incorporating more movement into your weight management plan… but are you being safe? Safety is a key factor to keep in mind with fitness, as it’s easy to fall victim to injury. Valley Health Wellness & Fitness shows you five things to watch out for when you’re exercising.
When is the Best Time of Day to Exercise? (American Council on Exercise)
Should you work out in the morning before the day begins, or in the evening when the day is over? What about in the middle? These are popular questions, as everyone has different day-to-day schedules. In this blog post, discover how timing plays a role in weight management and your ability to stick to an exercise routine.
How to Handle Food Cravings (Eat Right Nutrition)
Do you find yourself reaching for the ice cream tub in the middle of the night? Is it hard to fight off the desire for snack foods such as potato chips, crackers, etc? There’s a biological and psychological reason for that, and Eat Right Nutrition walks you through it and what to do about it in order to battle your food cravings.
