Vireo’s Journal
Prioritizing Health in Uncertain Times
We are faced with a world full of challenges. Now it's more important than ever to focus on our health and well-being. How we can prioritize our physical and mental health during times of adversity? How can focusing on our health help us navigate life's uncertainties with greater resilience?
Break the Food Reward Cycle (Part 1)
Understanding the male psyche when it comes to food rewards is crucial. Many men view rich, calorie-dense foods as a sign of masculinity or a well-deserved treat after physical exertion. However, this mindset can be detrimental to long-term health goals. By recognizing these tendencies and actively working to change them, men can develop a healthier relationship with food and rewards.
Couple Goals: Get a Coach
A couples coach or personal trainer can play a pivotal role in maintaining an impartial perspective in the relationships of their clients. This unbiased approach allows for open, constructive communication that can lead to healthier, more beneficial lifestyle…
Couple Goals: Getting Fit Together
Staying fit is a common goal for many people on a personal level, but did you know it could also be a fantastic couple goal? Exercising together not only helps you both stay healthy but can also strengthen your relationship bond. It provides an opportunity to spend…
Exercise: A Poor Tool for Weight Loss
The science is clear and the figures are conclusive. Regardless of how much you exercise, you cannot achieve and maintain weight loss if you continuously follow an unhealthy diet. The theory of a calorie in and out for consistent weight loss is not the case for many people. So, what's happening? Have we been misled?
6 Barriers to Men Adopting a Plant-Based Diet
Men often struggle to maintain plant-based, vegan, or even vegetarian diets. Statistics indicate that roughly 85% of men who attempt these diets give up within a year, with even more discontinuing into the second year. What specifically challenges men?
Stop Wasting Food!
Americans waste up to 40% of the food we produce! When we waste food, we are not only trashing the money we spent on it, but we also harm the environment and completely disregard the lives of the animals who probably suffered greatly for the sake of our dinner plate.
February - American Heart Month
February is American Heart Health month. The heart is one of the most vital organs in the human body, and maintaining its health is crucial to overall wellbeing. Many lifestyle factors can influence heart health, including exercise, stress management, smoking habits, and DIET!