June 20th marks the National First Day of Summer for 2020! Long days filled with sunshine, warmth, and outdoor fun are ahead. This is a great time to incorporate some movement into your day and embark on adventures, while still practicing social distancing. Getting fresh air after months inside is something that we have…
Start Summer off Sweet
/0 Comments/by Bonnie R. GillerDo you know what today is? I’ll give you a hint- it’s one of the most awaited days of the year for me. It is the official first day of summer! Although most of us still have to work through the summer, there is something special about this time of year. The sun is…
Sleep-Weight Connection
/0 Comments/by Bonnie R. GillerResearchers at Northwestern University have found a link between eating and sleeping that can in fact affect your weight. Since the 1960s, the average amount of sleep American adults get has dropped from 8.5 hours to less than 7 hours per night. A similar pattern is occurring for young adults. As of 2004, only 23.5%…
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