Healthy Living Headlines is a feature where I report on new research of interest. Self-sabotage peaks at your favorite time of day If you’re a “morning person,” you’re more likely to undermine your performance on a stressful task early in the day, according to new research by Indiana University. The same goes for “night owls” and performance in the evening. “People who are feeling uncertain Continue Reading
Archives for August 2016
Week includes a mountain, music, fitness, thrifting, crafting and preparing
Hi there! Here are a few highlights from my past week, aside from working in the office. Above is a shot from one of my favorite places in North Carolina -- Pilot Mountain State Park. I've posted about hiking there a number of times on the blog. However, last weekend we were there for a different reason -- a memorial get-together in honor of a dear friend's son who passed away. There Continue Reading
National parks offer free admission; Exercise after work prevents overeating; more news
Healthy Living Headlines is a feature where I report on new research of interest. National parks celebrate Centennial, contribute to 'Gross National Happiness' On Aug. 25, the National Park Service turns 100 years old. Michael A. Tarrant, a professor at the University of Georgia's Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources, reflects on parks and the importance of taking time to Continue Reading
How to get back on track after a relapse
If you find yourself getting off track, don't beat yourself up about it. Simply hit "Reset" and get back on -- today. Right now! While I am great about sticking to my workout schedule, I struggle from time to time with overeating and I have to hit reset. This is a drastic change from how I used to be, before my 60 lb. weight loss transformation, when a bad week (or day!) would derail me Continue Reading
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