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Social media has changed the way that many of us approach health and fitness, but with Instagram now boasting more than two billion active users around the world, what we know about the effects that fitness influencers have on our lives is still in its infancy. A recent study has sought to shed...

Giving up carb heavy meals that are often associated with feeling warm and fuzzy, like freshly cooked bread or perfectly cooked potatoes doesn’t sound like a successful recipe for remedying our mental health, but recent research is showing that a ketogenic diet has a positive association with...

Finding quality mental healthcare in the United States can be a nightmare. Therapy is often expensive, and many therapists do not accept health insurance or have long waiting lists for new patients. And for active men, there are also cultural barriers to accessing mental healthcare. The ideal...

The past few years have taken a toll on the mental health of millions around the world. Whether it’s dealing with pandemic fallout or fears of a recession, stress and anxiety seem especially high these days. With that increase in worry, individuals are searching for help. People spend millions...

About one-half of adults in the United States will experience one traumatic event in their lives. While for some, it might not lead to Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome (PTSD), for many, it does. Tiffany Lee Gaston, mental health advocate, mom of three, and fitness expert, has not only experienced...

As mere mortals, we often have a tendency to believe that medal winning athletes have it all figured out and that, somehow, the fame and fortune and the adulation of the crowd makes them complete. Matt Anderson, who is an Olympic bronze medal volleyball player and considered to be one of the...

This is sponsored content. M&F is not endorsing the websites or products listed in this article. When you think about what it means to have grit, does determination come to mind? What about discipline, mental toughness, and tenacity? According to one definition, “grit” is having the “courage...

One of the many reasons that people get into fitness and training is because they’re trying to work through something. Whether it’s something from the past that is haunting them, overcoming self-esteem issues, or using the weights as therapy, physical health has been an outlet to help people...

With an already jam-packed schedule, setting aside an extra 20 minutes to work out can seem impossible. After all, most of your day is spent focusing on time-sensitive things like work, kids’ schedules, house chores, prepping meals for your family, and so on. However, when placing everyone’s...

Mastering the methods that can boost your mental health should be a daily occurrence, and not reserved for Mental Health Awareness month, but May is as greater time as any to take stock of our lifestyles and ask ourselves if we are nurturing our minds with the level of care that we deserve...

When Charles Eggleston steps onto a golf course, he is doing far more than trying to hit a ball off a tee into a hole. He’s taking yet another step in an incredible journey that has inspired thousands of people, including presidents, golfing legends, and everyone that has had the opportunity to...

World Mental Health Day takes place Oct. 10, so now is a great time to re-evaluate your mental fitness. If you want to get the best results from your day job, your interactions with others, and those countless hours of sweating it out in the gym, it’s essential to recognize that a fit mind can...

Cogito Ergo Sum: I think therefore I am. These words of wisdom were originally dropped by the philosopher René Descartes at the turn of the 17th century. And through the ages, they have stood the test of time as a to-the-point representation of the power of the human mind. Though Descartes...

Athletes use visualization to help them mentally rehearse and prepare for competition. Now “if you see it, you can achieve it” might be the mantra when it comes to weight loss as well, according to a recent study published in the International Journal of Obesity. THE SCIENCE University of...

Andrew Flintoff MBE, more affectionately known as “Freddie” Flintoff, shot to global fame as one of England’s leading all-round cricket players. His accolades include being named “Man of the Series” in the 2005 Ashes and serving as captain of the England cricket team. After retiring from Test...