Fitness

Strength For Independence

Advice Editorial: Using Unconventional Methods Of Strength Training To Help Seniors Stay Active, Independent Article by Beth Templin, HouseFit Physical Therapy & Fitness | Photography by Katie Lentini STAIRS Difficulty with stairs is a common complaint of aging. Losing this skill can result in needing to move out of a home, and impacts one's ability to navigate. We recommend practicing stairs daily, slowly working up to five reps in a row to build leg strength and endurance.  FLOOR...

Food + Beverage

Coffee With Cause

The Roasted Purpose Founder, Joanna Johnsen, Says Her Coffee Benefits Health And Home Article by Stacey Collins Bibb | Photography by J. Whitmore Photography During conversations with Joanna Johnsen, the first thing one notices is her megawatt smile and boundless energy. In only a few minutes’ time, it becomes clear that Joanna has enthusiasm for family, community and coffee. “I’m a lot,” she admits with a laugh. “I had a dream one night in 2022, and by the time my husband woke up that...

Wellness

Exhaustion Is Out: Self-Care Is In

Advice Editorial: Easy, Trendy Ways To Take Care In 2025 Article by Mel Boban It's a New Year and a fresh start. Self-care is a common topic when January rolls around, but it can often insinuate pushing harder at the gym, eating in a calorie deficit, or other actions that ultimately punish and deplete the body. After such a busy holiday season, turning to self-care can help start 2025 off on a restorative and calm foot, one that sets the mood for putting yourself first. Gone are the days of...

Food + Beverage

Food Freedom In 2025

Advice Editorial: Say Goodbye To Diets, Hello To Clean Eating Article by Alana Fravell, Wellness Guide | Photography by Shanon Krueger, Delaney Jean Photography Clean eating isn’t just a trend; it’s the key to a healthier, more energized life. What one eats fuels body and mind, and processed foods work against consumers. As a former chronic dieter, my life has changed dramatically since eating clean. I’ve lost nearly 100 pounds without restricting, and now teach clients how to do the same. ...