Tag: Blake Beckcom
Kick Start Your Summer Body Now
You may think this is funny given it is resolution time for most. Rather than talk about your resolutions, I would rather focus you in now, on what your body will look like this summer. If you start chipping now, by the time it is here you will be ready to strip down, show up […]
The Practice of Mindfulness
The practice of mindfulness encompasses the idea of living in the present moment and being acutely aware of your surroundings and focusing on things that matter. This involves taking control of how you view the world through observations of your surroundings and in turn how those observations create emotions that drive behaviors. While experiencing emotions […]
Sticking to it…in the face…of everything
Consistency is often a wandering target of “on again, off again” frustration. The problem is, the older we get, the easier it is to lose our gains and give up. Sticking to anything can be challenging. We know what we need to do. We know what we ought to do, but with the over crowded […]
Planking for Your Health
Along with nutrition and sleep, exercise is a core pillar of great health. It is a critical part of living a long and healthy life without too many health complications. The human body was designed to move, and it is always a good time to get started. You will want to try different exercises to […]
The Importance of Hip Health
Hip health is important, as the hip flexors are the central folding point of the body, stabilizing the lower body, and giving range of motion to the upper body. A typical workout may not focus enough attention on the hips, making them prone to injury and weakness. Poor hip health may lead to other health […]
The Art of Aging
While aging is an unavoidable process, your attitude about it can greatly affect your experience with aging. People physically and mentally age at different paces, much of this having to do with one’s lifestyle, but a positive attitude helps as well. The way you see the aging process can be a big factor in your […]
The Health Benefits of Olives
You may only think of olives as a tasty addition to a pizza or a garnish for your martini, but they are actually nutrient powerhouses that have numerous health-boosting qualities. Below, we will take a look at just a few of the reasons you should include more of these unique fruits in your diet. Boost […]
Fitness and Food for Life
Recent research suggests poor lifestyle choices may contribute to illnesses such as cancer, diabetes, obesity, heart disease, high blood pressure and other conditions associated with early death. While no magic diet or workout will effortlessly give you a longer life, nutrition experts have a better understanding of what foods could prevent illnesses and diseases that […]
What Makes Successful People Tick
You look at highly successful people and you want to get a crack inside, to understand the inner workings in order to learn the secret of their success. There’s no magic potion that makes a success story happen. It all comes down to habits that successful people follow in order to get exactly what they […]
Be Smart About Your Resolutions
SMART goals — commonly defined as specific, measureable, achievable, relevant and time-bound — have been used in the corporate world since the early 1980s. The concept has stood the test of time because it works. Anyone can set goals without these criteria, but if goals aren’t clearly defined and geared toward your real objective, you’ll […]
