Health Hero Alyssa Kirkendall Works Out Like A Girl Scout—And Can Probably Kick Your Butt
Alyssa Kirkendall is no stranger to challenging antiquated gender norms. The 22-year-old grad student at the University of San Antonio is a scientist—studying geology with a special focus on hydrogeology. She is passionate about environmental sustainability and has set her sights on ensuring that water…
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This Week’s What Do I Need to Know About……Coffee, Mini-Workouts, and Squats
Everyone wants to get fit and eat healthier, but truly health conscious people know how to stay on top of the latest research to separate the health fads from the facts and maximize their workout efficiency. Here are 3 ways to uplevel your workout based…
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Health Hero Dan Messina Shares How His Love Of Cycling Fuels His Quest For Gender Parity
Although no one can contest that Dan Messina is a cycling fanatic, many would be surprised to learn that he was a late bloomer to the sport. The 45-year-old Kansas City, MO native didn’t even learn to ride a bike until he was 11…
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Running Isn’t Funny Money: How Exercising Can Keep Your Wallet In Shape Too
Everyone knows that exercise can keep your body fit, but did you know that working out can help keep your wallet in shape, too? Being active can help you live longer and save you money on medical costs too. A recent study following cardiac patients…
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Health Hero Sherrie Nymeyer Shares Her Love Of Olympic Weightlifting & What It Takes To Be A Modern Day Wonder Woman
Sherrie Nymeyer is a modern day Wonder Woman. The 35-year-old New Mexico resident loves rock climbing, mountaineering, and Olympic weightlifting—which she does at least 5 times a week. When she’s not training in the gym or working at her engineering job with the U.S. Air…
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Health Hero April Lewis Shares How Her Love Of Fitness Helped Her Cheer For The Big Leagues
April Lewis was born to move. As early as 6 years old, one could find her parked in front of the TV watching Morning Stretch with Joanie Greggains or boogying with the dancers on Solid Gold. As she got into middle school, she and her…
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Wyoming—Is Health Consciousness a Cowboy State of Mind?
The public-policy party line dividing blue and red states is general knowledge. Democratic—aka blue—states tend to allocate more money to social services and health care. It’s no surprise that scrappy Vermont, home of independent Bernie Sanders, tops the list of “most health conscious states.” But…
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70-Year-Old Health Hero Sandy Gottesman Inspires Her Community To Defy What It Means To Be A Senior
Sandy Gottesman is not your typical 70-year-old. When the Honolulu resident isn’t hiking or running the trails of her beautiful Hawaiian city, she can be found climbing the stairs every hour to ensure that she gets her 13,000—yes, 13,000—steps on her Fitbit. Or you’ll find…
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Is Financial Fitness (Or Lack Thereof) Ruining One’s Chances To Get Life Insurance?
When you apply for life insurance, you probably won’t be surprised when the insurance company asks questions about your lifestyle, your weight and height, your age, and even what you do for a living. After all, these are factors that understandably affect your anticipated life…
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Which Life Insurance Payout Structure Is Right For You And Your Financial Needs?
Written by Heather Larson After an insured’s death, payments to the beneficiary usually arrive within 30-60 days if no legal issues or disputes arise. Most commonly, the heir chooses to receive a lump sum equal to the face value of the life insurance policy. However,…
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