Starting the Year Off Strong
Physical Health
A Water Hater’s Guide to Drinking More Water
If you don’t enjoy the taste of water, you might find yourself turning to soda, juice, energy drinks and other beverages that contain a lot of added sugar. Here are some suggestions to increase your water intake.
Are New Year’s Resolutions Bad?
Are there any benefits to making New Year’s resolutions, or do they set you up for disappointment and failure? Reframe your thinking around resolutions and new habits or lifestyle changes and you’ll likely see better results.
Why Binge Drinking Even Once a Week is Bad
If you make a habit out of binge drinking, you could expose yourself to these specific short and long-term health problems.
Mental Health
Responsibility Fatigue: What It Is and How to Manage It
Taking on too many responsibilities without adequate rest can lead to fatigue. Let’s look at responsibility fatigue and a few ways to manage it.
Hygge: The Simple Philosophy That Will Make You Love Winter
Why do Danish people tend to rank higher in happiness? It just might have to do with hygge, their philosophy that’s all about coziness and self-care.
How to Feel Connected to a Support System After the Holidays
The post-holiday blues, or a feeling or sadness or let down now that the holidays are over, can contribute to losing touch with loved ones. Here are ways to feel connected to your system after the holidays.
Healthy Recipes
Dry January Mocktails and DIY Garnishes
Ready to take part in Dry January? Here are some recipes for mocktails and DIY garnishes.
2 Healthy Winter Soup Recipes to Cozy Up With
Many of us are looking for keto soup and high protein soup recipes this winter to complement our fitness goals. Check out these two hearty winter soup recipes, both of which are health and easy to make.
One-pan Maple Glazed Salmon with Crispy Broccoli
Whether you’re cooking for a family or just yourself, a one-pan dish is arguably the perfect lazy-day meal besides takeout.
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Blood Orange Mockarita
Fitness
The Benefits of Indoor Walking Workouts
Walking indoors can help reduce the risk of chronic conditions and help reduce stress. Here are the benefits of indoor walking and a few tips to add fun challenges to your workouts.
Find Your Fit: Give These Low Impact Exercises and Activities a Try this Winter
Don't let the icy temperatures deter you from staying fit this winter. Let this list of outdoor and indoor exercises spark some motivation.
Creative Ways to Get Exercise in the Colder Months
Whether it’s because of colder weather, schedule changes, travel or holiday celebrations, it can be harder to stay active during the winter. Colder weather especially may leave you wanting to stay curled up and indoors rather than exercising. Here are some creative ideas to still get out and get enough physical exercise during the colder winter months.
MI Bucket List
Michigan Bucket List: Ice Climbing in the Upper Peninsula
If you are looking for an exciting outdoor activity and exercise to enjoy in the beautiful Michigan winter wonderland, you may want to look into ice climbing.
Michigan Bucket List: Ice Fishing
During the winter, Michigan is known for its world-class ice fishing. Here are 10 lakes that are anglers’ favorites.
Michigan Bucket List: Biggest Sledding Hills in Michigan
If you love sledding, you’re in the right place, especially since the snow is already making its presence felt in 2026. Here’s our favorite sledding hills across five different Michigan regions.
