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Active Lifestyles: Why you should start hiking

Katy Mueller • June 18, 2016

I have been super uninspired to run or lift weights lately. I feel like my exercise routine has become monotonous and a bit predictable. So, instead of running, I have been trying to hike more in the hills...

Active Lifestyles: How much protein do you really need?

Katy Mueller • June 6, 2016

(photo courtesy of Elli O. via Unsplash.com)There is a massive debate on whether or not people need as much protein as they think they do. Some people think that it is necessary to get a ton of protein,...

Why you should track your healthy habit progress

Katy Mueller • May 29, 2016

(photo courtesy of Patrick Hendry via Unsplash.com)Building a healthy lifestyle is important. It isn't about following the latest diet or workout trend, it is about creating a lifestyle that is healthy...

Active Lifestyles: 4 things to do instead of driving somewhere

Katy Mueller • May 25, 2016

(photo courtesy of David Marcu via Unsplash.com)Driving is super convenient. It gets you places fast, but now that it is summer and we have a little more time (hopefully), we should all be trying to cut...

Active Lifestyles: Sneaky ways to add more exercise to your day

Katy Mueller • May 19, 2016

Sometimes it's hard to squeeze in a workout when you feel like the day is already so jam packed. However, no matter what the day holds, it is important to get a little movement in. It helps your immune...

Active Lifestyles: Is it necessary to workout in bad weather?

Katy Mueller • May 15, 2016

I love working out. I don't do it every day, but I really enjoy trying to exercise regularly and get outside. The question today is, is it necessary to "get over it" and go workout when the weather is...

Active Lifestyles: Three suprising reasons exercise benefits you

Katy Mueller • May 9, 2016

No matter what it is, moving your body is amazing for you. Swimming, hiking, HIIT workouts, yoga, walking, the exercise options are endless. Exercise gives us a great bod, but it does so many other great...

Active Lifestyles: places to buy cheap workout gear

Katy Mueller • May 2, 2016

(Photo courtesy of Amanda Perez via Unsplash.com.)Now that it is summer and everyone is dying to get outside, some of us may need some new fitness wear and equipment to do the activities we love.I just...

Active Lifestyles: Is it smart to work out hungover?

Katy Mueller • April 29, 2016

(photo courtesy of Wil Stewart via unsplash.com)We all have that goal to work out on the weekends because it's when we finally have time. We don't have any classes to rush to and we are pretty much free....

Active Lifestyles: three ways to tackle finals week head-on

Katy Mueller • April 25, 2016

(Photo courtesy of Tran Mau Tri Tam via Unsplash.com.)Finals week is coming up. Uh-oh. Morgan's Grind is about to start selling a whole lot more coffee to us late-night studiers. But, just because the...

Active Lifestyles: Working out high or nah?

Katy Mueller • April 20, 2016

(photo courtesy of Wikipedia.org) In the spirit of 4/20, I thought it might be interesting to discuss the topic of smoking marijuana and then working out. After all, this is an exercise blog and it...

Active Lifestyles: Great blogs for healthy living motivation

Katy Mueller • April 19, 2016

(photo courtesy of Dai KE via Unsplash.com)Sometimes we all need a little extra motivation to live a healthy lifestyle. We can make ourselves go to the gym, eat nutritious food, and sleep well, but if...

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