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Self-care is a buzzword that has almost lost its meaning. (Thank you, marketers.) But, at their core, the best self-care ideas all revolve around taking time away from your responsibilities to ensure that you — your heart, soul, and body — have what you need to face the next day. A good self-care routine is what you turn to when your favourite stress-relieving activities, such as talking to friends or trying a new DIY face mask, aren’t cutting it—not finding joy in the things you enjoy doing? That is an indication that you require some serious self-care activities. The physical…

What is self-care? Self-care, or the identification of your personal needs and making the effort to meet those needs, is an extremely important (and often forgotten) practice nowadays. Many sources of stress are experienced regularly, including work-related pressure, financial duress, mental and emotional stress, and more. Typically, when we feel overwhelmed, the first thing we give up is self-care. In reality, this should be the first thing we address as it is too easy to forget and the fallout can have detrimental effects on our overall well-being. Self care activities Often, taking some time to partake in an activity we…

We’ve all heard of meal planning and meal prep, but how does it work? Is it worth it? The short answer is YES, and here’s why! Meal planning is pre-planning what you and/or your family will be eating for the next few days, the next week, or even the next month! This strategy is a useful way to plan for and keep track of what you’re ingesting. It is extremely versatile and can be adjusted depending on the specific goals of whomever the plan is for. You can include such things as calories per meal, the variety of different food…

Most people train their chest frequently and take it seriously. Muscle stimulation in new and different ways is essential for promoting growth, increasing strength, and reaching your goals. If you’ve been doing the same chest exercises for a long time, it’s time to switch things up. This week, try incorporating some of our top 5 best chest exercises for athletes into your workouts. Barbell Bench Press The traditional barbell bench press can be an excellent way to build strength and muscle in your chest. There are numerous variations to try, such as the pin press, paused reps, band resisted, lifting…

Do you have a few pounds of belly fat that just won’t go away? We know the feeling! There are so many things in life that take up our time, it’s hard to find time for exercise. So we’ve compiled 10 home remedies that will help you quickly lose belly fat without exercise! (For a flat stomach) Sip Lemon Water Flat tummy water gives you a flat stomach because it’s filled with healthful ingredients and helps you drink eight glasses of clean, healthy water each day. As a way to spice up your water, you can choose one ingredient. We…