Behavior Change

Warmer weather calls for swimsuits, shorts and tank tops, all of which can intensify a personal struggle of self-love and self-confidence. Use these five steps to enhance your relationship with yourself this summer.

It’s hard to make yourself do something you don’t enjoy—even when you know it’s good for you. This is especially true for exercise. If you find it difficult to stick to an exercise program, ACE Pro Shannon Fable argues that movement should make you feel good and offers tips for finding activities that get you moving and put a smile on your face—even if that activity is less intense or effective than a traditional workout.

Don't overlook the impacts your mindset can have on your overall health. Learn about how your thoughts affect your health and the science behind this.

Long-term success with health and fitness is possible only when we change how we think about health behaviors. Chores are obligations, while desires draw you toward them and require little to no summoning of your will. Learn how to change your mindset about exercise by examining how you feel about healthy behaviors, and why you should stop doing physical activities you don’t enjoy.

Finding ways to overcome obstacles is instrumental in learning how to live a healthy lifestyle. Here’s how to get past six common barriers to exercise.