June is National Men’s Health Month. Father’s Day is a great reminder to check in on the men in your life. Not only should you tell them that you love them, but you should check in about their health, too. There is some initial research showing that the COVID-19 pandemic can disproportionately affect men, making it more important than ever to maintain your health.
During the coronavirus outbreak, Americans have tried to curb the spread of disease by staying home as much as possible and following guidance for sanitizing and social distancing. Some employees can work at home. Judging by the emptier shelves in the baking aisles, others have picked up tasty new hobbies. Still, millions of essential workers need to leave their homes to provide vital services for the rest of us.
This month, we’re taking time to shine a light on women’s health. National Women’s Health week begins on Mother’s Day, May 10th. It’s a time to reset and refocus on healthy living. This is more important than ever, as the COVID-19 pandemic has many women taking on even more responsibilities at work, their children’s schools, and at home.
Stress levels are up throughout America. Even without recent events in the news, 44 percent of Americans reported increased stress levels over the past five years, according to a 2011 report from the American Psychological Association. That level has only increased as time has passed, and especially with the addition of a global pandemic and forced soft quarantines across the country. Stress impacts people's health and well-being, causing increased sickness and psychological distress.
If you're looking to get serious benefits from your exercise routine, yoga checks off so many boxes it would make your head spin. Not only is it great for staying in shape, it's also excellent for improving everything from your balance to flexibility to concentration. In a world of distractions, yoga centers you in the moment and forces you to think about more than just the next notification on your phone. Plus, you can do it anywhere, anytime for practically nothing.
If you're headed into the new year with new fitness goals, you're not alone. But before you go out and sign up for a gym membership starting January 1st, make sure you have the kind of fitness habits you need to succeed. That can save you a lot of money, and help justify the cost of a membership to your local gym. Remember, if you don't go there enough to get your money's worth, it's really not a good deal. When you have good fitness habits and a workout regimen before purchasing a gym membership, you'll get a lot more benefit. It's a good idea to keep that regiment for a while, too, so it's truly a habit.
The holidays are a great time of year for many people. There are a lot of celebrations, and you often get to see friends and family members you might not have seen for a long time. Unfortunately, those same holidays can also lead to eating and drinking more than normal, and not sticking to your exercise routine.
The holidays are full of festive events and occasions. At the center of many of these seasonal celebrations? Food! Unfortunately, this can lead to overindulging and the dreaded holiday weight gain that often goes along with it.
No matter what stage of your career you happen to be in, the money you make at your job has a lot do with your financial health (both now and in the future). Growing your career may take some time, but ultimately, you'll be glad you made the effort. We'll take you through some common strategies to impress your boss and coworkers and move ahead.
Struggling with credit card debt is never fun, but now that you're on the right path toward a life where you can more easily avoid credit cards and develop financial...
