Proper posture means that when you are standing up, your ankles, knees, hips, shoulders and ears are in one straight line from the floor up. And that same alignment can apply from the hips up while you are sitting as well. Not only is it better for your bone and muscle health to stand up straight, it’s also a major confidence booster. Try these simple steps to improve your posture at home.

Rather than saying “I’m going to lose 10 pounds this month,” why not focus on adding more healthy habits to your daily routine? These four wellness goals are a refreshing way to approach the next 30 days and beyond.

An overhead press is any movement where a weight is lifted onto the shoulders — be it a barbell, kettlebell, or small child — and then pressed straight up, in a direct line above the body.

Hypertension is worthy of your attention despite its lack of symptoms. About one in three American adults are affected, and many are unaware. The good news is that every time you work out you're taking a significant step in hypertension prevention and relief.

Summer is winding down, vacations are coming to an end and you might be finding yourself ramping back up with work and daily activities. It seems fitting that National Relaxation Day falls on August 15^th.

Junk food manufacturers know that the sugar, salt, and fat found in their treats signal your brain to release the feel-good chemical dopamine. But, as you know, that chocolate-smeared smile is short-lived. In fact, a study published by Public Health Nutrition Journal found that people who eat fast food and commercial baked goods are 51% more likely to develop depression than those who eat very little or none.

It is predicted that by the year 2030, almost 23.6 million people across the world will die from a type of heart disease, whether it be coronary artery disease, high blood pressure, cardiac arrest, stroke, or one of its many other forms. The great news is, you can do something, starting today, to help prevent heart disease in your own life. Here are 4 Tips to get you started:

Having a few healthy meals prepped and ready to go for the next week's dinners all but guarantees that you'll make healthier eating choices but how can you fit it into your schedule.

Eating locally and seasonally helps strengthen your local economy and reduces your carbon footprint.  However, perhaps you've, come home with a few produce items that didn't make it onto your dinner plate; either because you weren't sure what to do with them, or you overestimated your family's produce-eating potential.

If you’re not careful, this mid-summer holiday can also be a healthy eating pitfall. Between the heavy, creamy salads and the sugary beverages and desserts, your family BBQ can turn into an unhealthy nightmare. However, with a little guidance and careful planning, you can take your gathering from a diet-bomb to a diet-boon.