Fitness and healthy habits are keystones that help us improve just about every facet of our life. Discover more about these super important healthy habits.
Health is important to us here at DGH. Check out many of the articles here about health, habits and where the two meet.
One of the best methods for keeping exercise a regular routine is to habitualize the process. Otherwise, health is something you may care about for a few months until it begins to fade.
See great ways to make health and fitness part of your life by making them habits.
Do you ever feel like you get short of breath in situations when other people may not? If so, there are several factors that could contribute to this, including the negative effects of smoking, asthma, and COPD. Or maybe you are a runner, swimmer, yoga enthusiast or singer, and have what would be considered “normal” … Read more
Everyone wants to offer advice these days. Whether it is your friend or a popular blog, everyone has an opinion and “knows the answer.” People are drowning with information on diet and health. Topics ranging from “what food to eat every day” and “which foods are bad for you” abound. It can get confusing to … Read more
Wouldn’t it be great if you could stop experiencing that mid-afternoon fatigue that requires you to get another cup of coffee or reach for an unhealthy snack? What if you could go into work and be able to return the sentiment when someone yells, “Good morning!” These are things that many people wish for but … Read more
By now, we are all well aware that living a sedentary lifestyle can lead to a wide range of diseases and an early death. People who work typical desk jobs are prone to having higher amounts of daily total sitting time that is associated with a greater risk of overall morbidity. Prolonged sitting that becomes … Read more
Sleep is crucial for good health and a good life. I know that. I’m sure you know that too. But I’ll tell you what: for the first 28 years of my life, I went about trying to develop good sleeping habits in all the wrong ways. But what exactly constitutes a good sleep habit? How … Read more
Let me guess: You want to stop picking your nose. Although you know it is gross, you might be surprised to learn that 91% of adults admit to picking their noses—but only 71% of adults think it is a common habit (source). So, why is picking your nose an issue? Among other health problems, nose … Read more
If you’ve ever been stopped in the streets after catching a whiff of a rose flower, then chances are you have experienced the power of essential oils. Essential oil can be described as a concentrated hydrophobic liquid whose chemical composition is comprised of volatile aroma compounds extracted from plants. Essential oils are also referred to … Read more
Why care about the benefits of essential oils? What are essential oils? and how can they help you? Why is it worthwhile to make a habit of using essential oils for your healthy living needs? If you are thinking about creating a habit of using essential oils, this post gives you all the information you … Read more
Not sure about the benefits of walking with weights? Are you eager to get in shape and lose some extra pounds but don’t feel like a gym is the best option? Are you intimidated by heavy weights, grunting bodybuilders or pushy gym trainers? Many people struggle to find a workout routine that is effective and … Read more
There are many foam roller benefits. The most important reason being due to myofascial release. Myofascial release is no secret in the fitness community. In fact, therapists and masseuses use the concepts of myofascial release to treat athletes and have been doing so for decades. Now, with the advent of foam rollers, athletes and fitness enthusiasts … Read more