Balance Archives – Page 8 of 15

2-minute movements to make your day NEATer

Increase your NEAT! Try these quick movements to incorporate into your day. Amy Connell | GracedHealth.com

We’ve heard it so much it’s easy to ignore:

Sitting is the new smoking.

But ignoring it doesn’t change the truth.

Total sitting time is highly correlated with all causes of mortality.

Yikes.

If you missed my post on Read more

How to make your day NEAT

Small movement changes in your daily life may contribute to positive changes in your overall weight management goals. Amy Connell | GracedHealth.com

I suffered a strange side effect after founding Graced Health and began writing about balanced, sustainable healthy living (with a lot of grace and a little chocolate).

I got fluffier. Not significantly, but I noticed a little more padding Read more

How to embrace the season you’re in

Give yourself the grace and patience to get through the tough stuff. Accept the hard season you’re in, knowing it will end and you’ll once again be able to give your health the attention it needs. Amy Connell | GracedHealth.com

Several years ago, I found myself in a spat with some of my dearest friends. I wouldn’t use the term “fight,” because that seems a bit dramatic and middle-schoolish. Lord knows, we 40-something moms don’t need any Read more

Why the Scale can Deceive You (and other tools to use)

Have confidence in your effort. Don't let the scale be the only tool you use. Amy Connell | GracedHealth.com

In early December, I mounted my scale. This is a rare occurrence for me. I’ve discussed this device before (this post is my most passionate one) and never worry too much about what it spits out.

The number? Read more