Blog tagged as Inspiration

Winter Activity Mini Challenge

        Last week we challenged you to show us the most fun and creative ways you like to get active in the wintertime, and you did not disappoint! We received nearly 600 submissions in a just a week's time. With Motion Connected users located all...

Time Affluence
Have you ever had one of those days where you feel you just don’t have enough time? Maybe an entire week where you just can’t get to everything you want to? Every day contains 24 hours, so what makes one day more fulfilling than another?
Brain Health

Heart health and gut health are popular topics of interest in today’s health trends. But it’s not very often that we focus on nourishing the hardest working organ in the body, the brain.  


The brain is the seat of our intelligence, director of our motor functions, and the place where our ab...


Tools & Resources for Practicing Mindfulness 

Mindfulness is not a technique, it’s a learned skill of being fully in the present moment. And just like learning to ride a bike, it takes some practice to find your balance. Here are a few resources to aid you in your journey.

[Video]-The Benefits of Using Nature as Therapy

A great way to alleviate stress is by engaging with nature. Watch this video to learn how nature can serve as a form of therapy. Then, try out one or two of the suggested tips and pay attention to how they impact your mood and overall wellbeing!

Simple Habit Ideas to Improve Your Life 
Focusing on small habits can be a great way to start improving your wellbeing. 

Ready to take a small step toward a better you? The only question is—where do you want to start? With countless ways to begin, a helpful approach is to focus on the area of your life that needs the most attention rig...

Tools and Resources to Help You Live Mentally Well

Health isn’t just about fitness or disease prevention – it’s about living your best life. While investing in your physical health is crucial to prevent chronic illness, investing in your mental wellbeing is just as important. Use these resources to help you and your loved ones live mentally well....

5 Day Mindfulness Challenge

Take a moment each day to practice the mindfulness exercises below. Pay attention to how you feel at the end of the 5 days!​

Brush your teeth mindfully. Notice how the bristles feel on your teeth. Experience the sudsy toothpaste in your mouth. What else did you notice or feel?

Heart Health Recipe Guide 

This blog originally appeared on motionconnected.com

We scoured the web looking for recipes that are not only delicious, but are also quick to make, require only a few ingredients and most importantly, are heart-healthy!


**Quick Guide: incorporate these foods into your diet to boost your heart he...



Living Naturally Well: Understanding the 8 Dimensions of Wellbeing

Health and wellbeing is more than just going to the doctor for an annual checkup. Wellness is an active process.

   —"Wellness is an active process through which people become aware of, and make choices toward, a more successful existence." - National Wellness Institute