This has been an unprecedented year in many ways; people of all ages are struggling with Pandemic overload, stress, fear, frustration, and all of this on top of the usual daily worries we all carry. While there isn't a magic wand, and the Pandemic will...
As we head into colder weather while still fighting the pandemic, many gyms limit occupancy, and plenty of us have limited our in-person workouts. For people used to the social aspect of a shared training session, it can grow lonely and frustrating - especially for...
It may seem like 2020 has been the longest year in history – and it definitely has been one of the most stressful years in recent memory. The pandemic has colored every area of our lives: family celebrations, graduations, shopping, dining, working, and relaxation. It's...
May was Mental Health Awareness month, and never in my memory have so many of us struggled with isolation, anxiety, and depression brought on by the shared (at a safe distance!) experience of Covid-19. Not only have friends and loved ones been ill or succumbed...
If you’re like me, this time of year can be bittersweet or downright difficult. The Holidays bring anticipation and joy, but also unrealized expectations and disappointment. The combination of waning sunlight and the onset of cold weather can trigger Seasonal Affective Disorder, which combined with...
We've all had those times when you love the sport, but it doesn't love you back: a bad run, a tough hike, a day when you miss every shot, or can't seem to get yourself in the game. Unfortunately, unlike these infrequent moments, there are...
Although May is coming to an end, the need for Mental Health Awareness is not. We've looked at how physical activity can have a positive effect on mental health; however, what about forced inactivity or mobility problems? As it turns out, that can have a...
May is National Mental Health Awareness Month, and anxiety is one of the more common mental health disorders. According to National Institute for Mental Health (NIMH) stats, up to 19% of adults dealt with some form of anxiety disorder in the last year in the...
Since May is Mental Health Awareness month, it's a good time to learn about aspects of mental health you might otherwise not know (or think) about. For instance, according to the National Institute for Mental Health (NIMH) did you know that suicide is one of...
May is national Mental Health Awareness Month. Since mental health isn't visible, the way a limp from an injured knee, or the way a sling after surgery would be, it can often seem mysterious. Becoming more aware could help you or a loved one: mental...
