“Physical fitness is not only one of the most important keys to a healthy body, it is the basis of dynamic and creative intellectual activity.” – JOHN F. KENNEDY. Fitness and exercise can often be intimidating words. For today, I am going to focus on the word “movement”. Movement is possible for everyone, anywhere. What … Read More
Author: Brian Opyd
Saving Time, Eating Right
What does it take to eat right? It turns out, a whole lot of time! Two studies show just how much time we spend planning, shopping, prepping and serving healthy meals. Did you know, there’s a way to eliminate all the hassle – and save 8 hours a week – while still eating clean? Keep … Read More
How to Sleep When the World Is a Mess
Can’t sleep? Can’t blame you. Is it the COVID-19 pandemic? The economy? The election? Your children’s school situation? Climate change? Murder hornets? We all have something that keeps us up at night. Sleep can’t solve these kinds of problems, but it can help us cope with them. Sleeping well improves our mood, alertness, concentration and memory. It … Read More
Finding My Inner Badass
I didn’t swim fast enough My coach sucked… He didn’t taper us… I trained so much faster… I should have been so much faster… I could have been so much faster… I would have been so much faster… Shoulda. Coulda. Woulda. What it comes down to is this — I didn’t. I didn’t swim up … Read More
Art, the Anti-stress Drug – Available without a Prescription
YES! I adore Bob Ross! Noted television artist and now cult figure popularized on public television stations in the 70’s. I could spend all afternoon watching him. His calming voice, his encouraging words and his FAN brush made me want to create! Check out our Harvest Moon painting styled after the 30 minute master! “It’s … Read More
Why Energy Medicine Appeals To Millennials
The field of energy medicine is growing. According to Grand View Research, the global complementary and alternative medicine market size is expected to grow at a compound rate of 22 percent from 2021 to 2028. And millennials, or those born between 1980 and 2000, now account for more than one and three adults. Coincidence? Most … Read More
Managing Post-Pandemic Anxiety
More and more Americans are fully vaccinated each day. COVID-19 deaths are dropping. Mask restrictions are easing. The U.S. continues to return to normal all around us. So why won’t that bad feeling go away? If you’re not feeling quite ready yet to meet up with friends or stop wearing a mask, congratulations! You’re a … Read More
Weight Loss Results = Mindset
Want to change your results? Change your mind. The mind is a computer, and like a computer, it can be programmed. Computer programs don’t have emotional baggage, they are simply a set of steps followed in a sequential order. The path to your goals is the same. It starts with your identity. Who you believe … Read More
Illinois/Chicago Bridge Phase Coming May 14, State on Target for June 11 Start to Phase 5
Governor Pritzker announced that the state of Illinois will reach the Bridge to Phase 5 on Friday, May 14, and if COVID-19 metrics remain stable or decrease for a 28-day period, Illinois could reach the Phase 5 and fully reopen by Friday, June 11 – ahead of the July target announced earlier this week. In … Read More
Great Playlist Can Power You Through the La Grange Earth Day 5K
by Megan Wenstrup, owner and founder of FitGive Movement The very first La Grange Earth Day 5K Virtual Fun Run and Walk is underway through April 25. Charge up your phone and your AirPods. Follow the link below, download the playlist and prepare to get your FREAKY FAST turned ON! I hope I’ve got a … Read More