A better mood is just one workout away, we tell ourselves. There is a scientific reason why working out makes us happier, healthier men. It starts with stress Working out puts stress on the body, which the brain reacts to. … Read More
Men Need Meditation and Mindfulness In Their Lives
“When men choose to turn our attention inward and cultivate self-awareness through feeling deeply with our hearts, we awaken the power of what it truly means to be a man,” wrote Jonni Pollard, co-founder of 1 Giant Mind. “We discover … Read More
How Much Exercise Do You Need Everyday?
It can seem as though men who are in really ridiculously good shape either hardly workout at all because they don’t have to, or, they are working out multiple times a day in order to stay that in shape. Professionals … Read More
What Is Carb Cycling?
We recycle our clothes based on the season. When it is a hot and humid summer, we aren’t in need of our parkas, our down jackets, and our fleece liners. If someone told us that we needed to keep a … Read More
Meditation’s Effect On Athletic Performance
People like to use a lot of metaphors about how life is a game and we are the players. We rarely look at ourselves as athletes in life. Life is more than game or a competition. Life is a challenge … Read More
Men and Body Image Issues: When the Quest for Fitness Becomes a Problem
Men don’t have concerns about their body. Say that sentiment out loud and you will likely be met with what you perceive to be a “typical” image of a “normal” man. That typical image is most likely a rarer image … Read More
How Does Meditation Affect the Mind Body Connection? Science is Going to let us Know
The mind body connection is damaged by addiction. Drugs and alcohol change the way the brain works, thereby changing the way the brain interacts with the body and ultimately hurting the body. Recovery from drug and alcohol addiction includes numerous … Read More
Masculinity and Yoga: The Revealing History Of Yoga
Look for articles on yoga and masculinity and you will be met with endless lists of why yoga is good for men including better focus, better awareness, better flexibility, and better sex. The benefits of yoga can certainly enhance a … Read More
Slowing Down & Breathing
By Derek Peters Tree House Staff Ever notice how quickly life can cruise by? Maybe it’s because of that old saying “time flies when you’re having fun.” Or, maybe it’s because that’s what happens when you grow older. I’m sure … Read More
The Superfood Swap: What You Can Eat Instead
Superfoods are all the rage in the world of health and wellness, diet and nutrition. These foods are at the top of their class when it comes to their benefits for mind, body, and digestion. Diet and nutrition has been … Read More