As temperatures soar, reaching your fitness goals can seem like a higher bar too. It’s difficult to keep your energy levels up, avoid dehydration and stress, and maintain your summer workouts. Luckily, we have put together a few simple tips for staying active in the summer heat so your health and wellness don’t take a vacation. Read more…
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Mid-Year Wellness Goal Check-In: The Three R’s
It’s the middle of the year. How are you doing with your health and fitness goals? No shame if the answer is “not well,” but regardless of how you think you are doing, now is a great time to reflect on your progress and wellness goals. To do so, follow the three R’s. It’s a Read more…
Read MoreWhat Is Chronic Disease Awareness Day?
More people than you might expect are living with at least one chronic disease. Chronic Disease Awareness Day aims to build a deeper understanding of what these conditions look like and steps individuals can take to help prevent them or control their symptoms. Below, we’ll discuss facts to know about understanding and managing various types Read more…
Read MoreSet Your Goals for Men’s Health Month
June is Men’s Health Month, where fitness and wellness are top-of-mind for the guys in our community. We’re highlighting the importance of preventative care and total body health for men at every age. Being proactive in both physical and mental health is the best way to build a solid foundation to support your goals. If Read more…
Read MoreHave you developed your company’s fitness and wellness program, or are in the process of creating one? If you haven’t, now is a great time to kick-start a wellness program for your employees. Whether or not an employee wellness program already exists, consider celebrating Global Employee Health and Fitness Month which aims to improve the Read more…
Read MoreDo you have a distinct memory of being told to stand up straight, pull your shoulders back, keep your chin up, or a million other things related to your posture? There’s a reason our parents and grandparents called attention to good posture. They knew that someday the little things we did, like walking with our head Read more…
Read MoreIs Intermittent Fasting Right for Me?
Intermittent fasting (IF) has gained widespread popularity in recent years as a diet and lifestyle strategy to improve health and aid in weight management. In this article, we will explore the pros and cons of intermittent fasting. What Is Intermittent Fasting? Most diets focus on what to eat. IF focuses on when you eat by Read more…
Read MoreMany people struggle with emotional eating. This article will explore some powerful coping strategies and techniques to help you overcome emotional eating. What is emotional eating? Emotional eating is when we turn to food as a way to cope with our emotions, whether it’s stress, sadness, boredom, or anxiety. This could look like eating for Read more…
Read MoreYou recognize you’d like to make a change in your eating habits, but you aren’t sure how to go about making this shift a sustainable reality. This article will review a few healthy eating habits and ways you can make sustainable changes, one small step at a time. Avoiding drastic changes that are unrealistic to Read more…
Read MoreSet S.M.A.R.T. Fitness and Nutrition Goals
Sworkit Health is here to help you make your goals go from average to SMART! Many people set goals for themselves that might be unrealistically ambitious, not specific enough as to when the goal should be accomplished, or don’t really think about how to go about achieving it. We don’t expect you to change your Read more…
Read MoreProper nutrition plays a pivotal role in our overall health and well-being. It’s not just about maintaining an ideal weight; nutrition is the cornerstone of preventing and managing chronic conditions affecting millions worldwide. Chronic conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, hypertension, and certain types of cancer can often be prevented or managed through a well-balanced Read more…
Read MoreA bad night’s sleep can easily ruin your entire day. If you struggle to get your brain to turn off at night, you may roll out of bed the next morning feeling as though you have not rested at all. There is good news, however: when and how you exercise can have a significant impact Read more…
Read MoreGear Up and Get Out: Hike Your Way to Fitness
Most people take hiking as a perfect escape to the great outdoors, offering a blend of nature, physical activity, and mental rejuvenation. It is an ideal way to achieve overall well-being in an era where busy lifestyles are taking over. Here are the benefits of hiking, best practices for a successful hike, and how Sworkit Read more…
Read MoreExercise isn’t only about improving your physical well-being. It’s also about enhancing your psychological well-being. Did you know individuals who engage in regular exercise feel energetic throughout the day? Additionally, they have a better sleep at night, have sharper memories, and feel more relaxed and positive about their lives. Exercise is a powerful tool to Read more…
Read MoreStudies from the CDC and other sources have shown the importance of exercise for better help for years now. Much of the focus of these studies has to do with increased life span and just a healthier overall life. Some of the benefits include decreased blood pressure, fewer cases of diabetes, lower risks of a Read more…
Read MoreWelcome back to our blog! If you have been keeping up with our most recent articles, you know that we have been discussing the amazing benefits of daily meditation. Are you ready to get started? Here at Sworkit Health, we have everything you need to begin your mindfulness and meditation journey. This article will walk you Read more…
Read MoreMeditation Part 2: How Many Kinds of Meditation Are There, and Which One Is Right for You?
So you want to begin meditating. Or maybe you want to resume the practice after some time away from it. Either way, you have come to the right place. While there are many different kinds of meditation, Sworkit Health is the perfect place to start. Start to reap the benefits of daily meditation sessions with our Read more…
Read MoreHave you ever wondered, “what is meditation and what’s the big hype?” Many people sing its praises. Some have even dedicated their lives to it. So what is the big deal? What exactly is meditation, and how can it improve your life? Here at Sworkit Health, we partnered with experts to create meditation guides that are Read more…
Read MoreMany people dread snow falling, mainly because it is a prelude to the inevitable shoveling that follows. However, we encourage you to look at shoveling snow as a bonus exercise opportunity. Shoveling snow is like a full-body gym workout that’s been brought right to your door. Like any strenuous workout, you’ll want to be sure that Read more…
Read MoreWork-Life Balance: Juggle It All and Stay on Top
Chances are that work-life balance was the top requirement for this year’s resolution. Have you established a regular cadence for evaluating your work-life balance and jotting down your thoughts on how things are going? If not, start today, so you have something to reflect on and see how you are progressing over time. Are you Read more…
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