Ah, Halloween… One of my favorite holidays of the year. Sure, the costumes are great. Though to be honest, I’m starting to recognize what people are dressing up as less and less each year. Am I getting old? LOL But as a guy with a massive sweet tooth, I love Halloween for the tradition ofContinue reading “Eat Junk Food, Get Healthier?”
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How to Achieve Big Results with Small Changes
Looking to make healthy lifestyle changes? As someone who has lost 100 pounds and kept it off for over 16 years, here’s my advice: Don’t make things bigger than they have to be. Instead, focus on making one small change and building on it. Let’s say you’re looking to lose body fat. “I’m gonna goContinue reading “How to Achieve Big Results with Small Changes”
Should You Ditch Your Phone During Workouts?
How do you feel about scrolling on social media during workouts? Personally, I think people would have a better workout if they avoided it. I’m not talking about intentional use, such as filming for a form check or to look up how to do an exercise. I’m talking about scrolling to fill time in betweenContinue reading “Should You Ditch Your Phone During Workouts?”
Use the Two “B’s” and Get More Done
How can you take action to improve your health while balancing competing priorities? Use the two “B’s:” “break it down” and “boundaries.” Let’s take a closer look at how these work together. Break It Down Sometimes “life” happens, and you’re not able to stick to your original plans. That’s okay. In fact, it’s normal andContinue reading “Use the Two “B’s” and Get More Done”
What’s Your “Say:Do” Ratio?
Here’s a powerful concept that can help you get more of what you want done this week: the “Say:Do” ratio, originally taught to me by my own coach. Here’s the gist: Your “say:do” ratio is the relationship between the number of things you say you want to do – eat well, exercise, destress, spend timeContinue reading “What’s Your “Say:Do” Ratio?”
How to Quit Less and Win More
The other day, I learned the second Friday in January is known as “quitter’s day” – the day where people are most likely to give up on resolutions they set for themselves. I can relate. I’ve been a quitter, too. When I think about goals I’ve given up in the past, most of them wereContinue reading “How to Quit Less and Win More”
Stop “Surviving” and Start “Thriving”
Have you ever found yourself saying “No worries!” as you take on another responsibility, even though there were lots and lots of worries? It happens to all of us. We want to be helpful, accommodating, and seen as a “team player,” so we take on more than we’re able to manage in various areas ofContinue reading “Stop “Surviving” and Start “Thriving””
“I Just” is Anything But
“I just…” Has anyone you know ever started an explanation for how they improved their health and fitness with that phrase? “I just started working out more…” “I just started eating less…” “I just started using this app…” But behind all those “I just…” moments are countless other lifestyle and behavioral changes that added upContinue reading ““I Just” is Anything But”
How to Have Fun and Improve Your Health at the Same Time
The other day, we talked about how to exercise more by keeping it specific and simple. Today, let’s talk about another key part of exercising consistently: fun. Yes, fun. Like what kids have. And while we may be adults, damnit, we deserve to have fun, too. I think it’s fair to say that the moreContinue reading “How to Have Fun and Improve Your Health at the Same Time”
How to Make Exercise a Habit
“How can I make exercise a more regular part of my routine?” This is a good question, and a common struggle many of us share. My advice, as someone who’s exercised consistently for 17 years? Keep it specific and simple. Recent research from the journal of Psychology & Health showed that people were more likelyContinue reading “How to Make Exercise a Habit”
Ian Estabrook 