We all know the feeling of eating too much food, of being not just full but stuffed, and yet not feeling satisfied. When we eat, sensors in our mouth, stomach and intestines assess the volume and chemical composition of what we’ve taken in, says Stephan J. Guyenet, PhD, author of “The Hungry Brain; Outsmarting the […]
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Yogi Daina Lynn on Balance, Falling & the Power of Yoga


“The fear of falling is often greater than just falling.” In the time it takes us to do a vinyasa sequence, we’re digging into all things yoga with instructor, self-proclaimed music junkie and native Marylander Daina Lynn. Welcome, Daina. Let’s set the stage with a sense of place. Where do you do yoga? I do […]
Get the Nutrients You Need for Your Workout


Proper nutrition from real food — as opposed to powders and supplements — plays a meaningful role in your ability to exercise with optimum strength. With a few healthy tweaks to your diet, you can feel an uptick in your daily energy and endurance levels, as well as a positive change in your mental health. […]
Quiz: Should You Join a Gym?


A new year breeds a new batch of New Year’s resolutions, and one of the inevitable questions for many of us is whether or not to join a gym. Any gym-goer will tell you anecdotally that the gym in January is a madhouse but that after two weeks, everything returns to normal. Many gym owners […]
9 Warming Yoga Poses for Cold Winter Days


When winter sets in, cranking up the thermostat and cuddling under a blanket with some hot cocoa isn’t the only way to warm up. Next time it’s freezing cold, sleeting, and/or snowing outside, try this yoga routine from Danielle Karuna, advanced certified yoga teacher and co-founder of Provita Living from the comfort of your own […]