The BMI often labels people as unhealthy — but why is this?A study of the American population showed that 50 million Americans are incorrectly classified as unhealthy. According to their BMI, these individuals would be considered “unhealthy.” However, this is not entirely true. Although they may be overweight, they do not have high blood pressure,…
For anyone who wants to function well and get the most out of themselves, it is important to maintain good physical condition. This is only possible if we take proper care of our body and provide it with the necessary nutrients. Our body needs an adequate supply of vitamins, minerals, fats, and proteins. Vitamins can…
Among the lowest educated people in our country — those who have completed only primary education — as many as 65% are moderately or severely overweight. Among the highest educated, this is 35%. The difference is even greater when it comes to obesity. Of people aged 25 and older who have completed at most primary…
Six-Pack Trend Raises Concerns Recently, news articles have reported that various dietitians and health organizations are raising concerns about the growing obsession with having “six-pack abs.” But why is this happening? Experts are particularly worried about young women who are heavily influenced by social media and blogs promoting a so-called “healthy lifestyle” centered around achieving…
When Do You Get Out of Shape? Almost everyone goes through periods where they train a little less.But how long does it really take before you start losing fitness or strength? Rest is important Are you often tired or feeling low on energy between training sessions? You might be training too hard or too often…
Still feeling a bit sluggish after the winter months?The days are getting longer, the sun is showing itself more often, but you still notice that your energy levels are lagging behind. Many people reach for coffee or energy drinks to wake up, but there are better—and healthier—ways to give your body a natural energy boost.…
New Month, New Motivation The first months of the year have already flown by. Maybe you started off full of energy, but now you’re finding it a bit harder to stay motivated. Don’t worry — you’re definitely not alone! That’s why this month we’re sharing a few practical tips to help you stay on track,…
Summer is almost over, and we’re slowly returning to our daily routines. You might want to start living a bit healthier again, but in the hustle and bustle of everyday life, that can be a challenge. With the tips below, you can maintain your healthy habits despite a busy schedule! Prepare your lunchCook a bit…
With small adjustments, you can achieve a lot. Here are some habits that will make your life increasingly enjoyable: Get up a little earlier. Just 15 extra minutes gives you space to read, meditate, journal, or prepare a healthy breakfast. Do one thing at a time, with full attention. This makes you both more productive…
Staying active is important, but proper recovery is just as crucial. Without enough rest, you’re more likely to break down muscle instead of building it, feel more fatigued, and develop aches and pains. Prevention is better than cure—pay attention to these signs from your body and take a rest day when needed: Measure your resting…
Take a moment and sit down—because we really don’t enjoy life enough. A moment of joy can be small or big, but it’s something you truly appreciate. And it makes you feel happy. Pause and reflect: what are your personal little moments of joy? Seek them out more often and you’ll notice yourself becoming happier.…
A never-ending task list that stresses you out and leads to procrastination? That’s a thing of the past. Create a task list that propels you forward and actually makes you more productive. Making a to-do list is easy—too easy. Before you know it, it’s way too long, and you end up making things harder for…
