Youth Coaching Expert Insights
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Why Health Coaches and Clients Need to Know about The Mind Body Connection
What is the mind-body connection? The mind body connection refers to the relationship between the brain and the body – specifically, how mental and physical processes interact with each other. A recent study at The Washington University School of Medicine discovered the physical links in the brain that enable the mind body connection, called the Somato-Congitive Action Network (SCAN). This finding speaks to the power of the mind on behavior.

Physical Activity 101: What It Is, and Why (and How) You Do It
What is physical activity? Physical activity refers to any bodily movement produced by the contraction of the skeletal muscle that increases energy expenditure beyond a basal level. Exercise is a form of physical activity that is planned, structured, repetitive, and performed with the goal of improving health or fitness. Although all exercise is physical activity, not all physical activity is exercise. When it comes to promoting overall health, fitness, longevity,

Nutrition and Weight 411: Terms to Know and Facts to Learn
What is nutrition? Nutrition is the act or process of nourishing or being nourished. The sum of the processes by which an animal or plant takes in and utilizes food substances. What are the nutrition basics? Food is energy. Think of it like the fuel you put in your gas tank. The quality of your nutrition impacts the quality of the energy in the body used to perform tasks. Here

How Health Coaches Can Use Lifestyle Medicine Theories to Support Clients’ Behavioral Change
Health coaches use evidence-based strategies to support clients who are looking to improve their health status. Coaches help clients facilitate lifestyle and behavioral changes through personalized planning and coaching skills. Health coaching strategies are rooted in a variety of health and lifestyle medicine theories that help facilitate the client’s learning and development. This article will shed insight into two prominent theories within lifestyle medicine and will share strategies for how

How The Six Pillars of Lifestyle Medicine Impact Mental Health
In one of our most recent blogs, we introduced you to Lifestyle Medicine and its core six pillars. In this blog, we will explore the impact that these pillars have on an individual’s mental health and wellness. The pillars of lifestyle medicine are priority interventions for preventing and reversing chronic disease. They are equally effective for optimizing mental health. What is mental health and emotional wellness? Mental health encompasses emotional,

Unlocking Your Health Holistically with Lifestyle Medicine?
This article introduces you to the basics of lifestyle medicine. You will learn about the origins of lifestyle medicine, the 6 pillars of the specialty, and how they impact your energy and capacity to thrive. What is Lifestyle Medicine? Wellness is a growing priority for people in the United States. This shift towards health is evidenced by the boom in tech, apps, and conversations around improving lifestyle habits, including nutrition,