How To Stay Unbothered By Bad Fitness Advice

Reading Time: < 1 minuteI’m often asked, “Alex, does it bother you when people say, [insert bad nutrition advice]?” Once upon a time, it did. Admittedly, I’d have an almost visceral reaction to try and correct them. But these days not much bothers me anymore. I learned that my reactions stemmed from being disappointed that people didn’t know better. Then…

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Overcome Negative Thoughts With Socratic Questioning

Reading Time: 2 minutesDo you suffer from the negative stories you tell yourself about the world around you? Use this technique from cognitive behavioral therapy to alter these stories and banish negative thoughts.

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Brain Gains: The Effects of Exercise on Brain Health

Reading Time: 2 minutesWe often think about the benefits of exercise as it relates to our heart, lungs, muscles and bones, and our weight management, but less often do we address how exercise can benefit our brain. Exercise has been shown to benefit our overall cognitive function, particularly as we age.1 In what ways can exercise improve our…

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