There’s nothing like sunny beach days during the summer months, and while lots of summer activities are spent outside, sometimes the heat gets in the way and you want to stay in your home. Don’t think of this as being confined to your house, think of it as a time to reset your mind (and … Read More
Move your workout to the outdoors to enjoy the warm and sunny days of summer! Changing up your exercise routine is wonderful for your body and mind. The benefits include: Beating the boredom of the same old workout Building new muscles Meeting new workout partners Breaking through a weight loss plateau Learning new exercise activities to fire … Read More
My time at Canyon Ranch started over 20 years ago in college when I first became interested in health and wellness. College was rough at times, but I knew if I wanted to live my life to the fullest, physically and mentally, I needed to start somewhere. There were so many different philosophies about nutrition … Read More
What is work-life balance? Work-life balance is about creating a happy equilibrium in a person’s professional and personal lives so that they feel mentally healthy, happy, and fulfilled – and will thus be at their best for their work and home lives. If an individual is feeling stressed, overwhelmed, anxious or depressed, and/or experiencing physical … Read More
As the summer sun heats up, be sure to replenish last year’s supply of sunscreen and find a routine that will protect you and your family’s skin from harmful UV rays. Despite extensive research surrounding sun-induced skin damage, the 2020 RealSelf Sun Safety Report found that only 11 percent of Americans wear sunscreen daily, and … Read More
If you’re looking to give your body a physical and mental boost, look no further than a post-meal stroll. Research by sports scientists in this WellandGood.com article shows that there are multiple benefits to walking after a meal. Here is a synopsis of the article outlining the benefits of an after-dinner stroll. Improves Digestion The … Read More
Meditation is something that everyone can do. Anywhere. At any time. It is free to do and freeing for your mind, especially when in a stressful state. Your personal meditation can be just a few seconds or hours. It can be done on a busy subway train or in a quiet corner of your home. … Read More
As part of my commitment to helping professionals – specifically those in the legal profession – to create and lead healthy lifestyles, I am excited to be hosting a three-part live webcast series on wellness, presented by the Illinois State Bar Association (ISBA) and the Illinois Judges Association (IJA). Following are the topics and dates. … Read More
