BRING IT!!! LACE UP YOUR SHOES AND BRING GOOD NEWS. This walk and talk initiative is inspired by Romans 10:15, “How beautiful are the feet of those who BRING good news!” This small scripture is packed with big action. In a similar way, small healthy choices can...
Whether you're in a classroom, behind a desk, or on your feet all day supporting others, it’s easy to fall into the habit of powering through the day without pausing for you. But here’s a simple, often-overlooked wellness strategy that can make a world of...
Finding time to exercise can be difficult, especially so if you juggle a work schedule and have young children at home. Encouraging your children to exercise with you is a winning solution! – We know that healthy habits established in childhood are more likely to...
Children naturally love to play and move their bodies, but like all of us they often need some encouragement and motivation. Good PE teachers and athletic coaches know that the key to getting and keeping kids (and adults) healthy is to make exercise less about “work”...
According to a nationwide survey of pet owners, about 85 million American families own dogs. Sadly, many vets report that the majority of dogs are overweight, putting them at all kinds of health risks, including arthritis, heart and breathing conditions, and ACL...
Did you know that taking a simple walk outdoors is a form of preventive medicine? Exercising in nature supports mental, emotional, and physical health benefits. Throughout Alabama, there are hundreds of miles of beautiful trails ranging from wide, urban and suburban,...
I found this article very informative and wanted to share it with my HEAL followers. Christy Article Highlights: Regular exercise may reduce the risk of acute respiratory distress syndrome, a major cause of death in patients with the COVID-19 virus, a top exercise...
On HEAL Day, we celebrate Healthy Eating, Active Living, and Academic Performance. Join us in this celebration by participating in the activities below!
Governor Ivey Proclaims May 1 as Alabama’s Official “HEAL Day” Alabama (April 28, 2020) – Children and Adults are invited to participate virtually from home in Alabama’s second annual HEAL Day on May 1, 2020. This statewide event is a promotion and celebration of...