There’s a version of healthy aging that’s mostly about subtraction. Less sugar. Less sitting. Less of whatever you were doing before. The advice tends to arrive as a list of things to stop, alongside a list of habits you should have started ten years ago. That isn’t the part that interests me most anymore. I … Read more
If you’re still exhausted after “relaxing,” you’re doing it wrong. That’s because most of us mistake distraction for real relaxation and recovery. Your body and mind need more than just zoning out—they need intentional rest that actually recharges your energy. You collapse onto the couch after a long day, phone in hand, scrolling mindlessly or … Read more
I know what happens when I eat in a way that works well for me. And I know what happens when I don’t. I’ve experienced both. Several years ago, I changed the way I was eating and eventually lost 60 pounds. I ate mostly whole foods, kept my carbohydrates relatively low, prioritized protein, and stopped … Read more
Eating differently gets much easier when you stop deciding what to eat three times a day. That’s one reason I like having a handful of simple meals I can repeat. Eggs. Chicken. Beef. Fish. Vegetables. A few basic ingredients that can become several different meals without requiring a complicated recipe every night. If you’re trying … Read more
You don’t have to already be in hiking shape to start hiking. You also don’t need to begin with a five-mile trail, buy a pile of gear, or wait until you’re fitter than you are right now. Start with the body and fitness you have. Pick a trail that matches it. Then build from there. … Read more
When the clock strikes midnight on January 1st, many of us vow to live healthier, more active lives in the new year. But why wait until tomorrow to kick things off? Across the U.S., First Day Hikes have become a popular tradition, with state parks inviting people to step into nature and onto the trail … Read more