Now’s a perfect opportunity to renew your focus on what matters in life. If late nights at work and hectic weekend work deadlines have been the norm, make the remainder of the year about achieving better work-life balance.

The most productive people don’t magically have more hours in the day to get everything done. Most of the time, their secret to success is the art of efficiency — working smarter, not harder.

Incorporate the following simple tips into your day and you may find yourself spending less time at work and more time doing the things you love.

With the new school year approaching, is your star athlete ready to hit the field? Bowling, cheerleading, cross country, football, and girls volleyball typically start in the fall.

Keeping up with strength training and conditioning during the summer months makes it much easier for athletes to perform at their best, and makes them less prone to injury once they resume fall sports. Look for fun ways for your athlete to stay active, while making sure they get at least 60 minutes of daily exercise, such as bike riding, swimming, surfing, or playing pick-up sports.

Be aware of the signs of sleep debt so you can take steps to get a better night’s rest.

Doctors recommend that adults get 7 to 8 hours of sleep per night for the best health and well-being. But for those of us who work long hours, have kids, or lead busy lives, it can feel impossible to devote such a large chunk of our day to sleeping.

Getting to bed is half the battle. Many adults find themselves tossing and turning or waking frequently throughout the night. These interruptions can leave you feeling exhausted and cranky when morning comes.

Pick up these healthy foods the next time you're at the supermarket. 

Looking to make healthier lifestyle choices this year? You’re not alone.  The start of every day is a chance to embrace new, healthier eating habits. However, some diets can be difficult to sustain, especially if you’re tempted by Hawaii’s diverse, delicious local foods at every turn.

Exercising isn’t just safe during pregnancy, it’s recommended for nearly all moms-to-be with a low risk of complications.

Getting your feet moving and your heart pumping has many benefits for both mother and baby. It helps you maintain healthy weight gain, manage pregnancy symptoms such as backaches and swelling, increases energy, and improves mood. It also gives you strength and endurance for labor — and for carrying your new bundle of joy!

Here are some tips for staying active no matter where you are in your pregnancy.

The New Year presented a great opportunity to kickstart your fitness routine. Maybe you started January out strong — consistently eating well and hitting the gym — but, as you got busy, things may have fallen off track.

You’re not alone. Year after year, polls and surveys show that the most common personal resolutions involve diet and exercise. However, statistics also show that the majority of people — 80 to 90% — end up abandoning their new health objectives after just a few weeks.