WILLPOWER AND MOTIVATION

Every action we take requires resources (on a physiological and mental level as well as emotional, to varying degrees). As such, our bodies and minds are in a constant flux of how much energy we take in versus how much energy we consume. This is why our energy levels...

INSECURITY

We all have that one thing that we are most insecure about: looks, abilities, fears, perceived failures, etc. Some people are quite vulnerable and open about the struggle while others try with all their might to ignore its existence. Regardless of your chosen...

DESIGNED TO MOVE | WINGED SCAPULA

What Is Winged Scapula The shoulder region, comprised of the shoulder blade (scapulae) and the collarbone (clavicle), act as a supportive stabilizer for the chest muscles (pectorals and trapezius), muscles around the side of the ribcage (serratus anterior), and the...

PHYSICAL CONTRIBUTORS TO STRESS | OVERTRAINING AND INJURY

Physical Contributors to Stress: Overtraining/Injury  In our society we are often led to believe that more is always better; however, it is important to know that this is most often not the case, especially when it comes to exercise/training. It is a delicate balance...

EMOTIONAL CONTRIBUTORS TO STRESS | ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

Environmental factors refer to any external influences which may have a negative or positive impact on us, directly or indirectly. Major environmental factors include how we relate to intimate social relationships (close friends, family, and significant others),...