Improving Your Self-Concept Can Lead to Weight Loss Success

Self-concept plays an important role in who you are as a person and who you can become. One step you can take today to help you reach your weight loss goals is to improve your self-concept. 

Jamie Mitchell
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Workout Tips and Tunes to Get You Moving!

Now that summer is officially here, it’s time to go outside and get moving. We’ve got a great list of activities you can do to get your heart pumping and the perfect summer playlist to match. With so many activities to choose from, you’re bound to find something that will keep you active all summer long. Not only does staying active provide an excuse to get outside and take advantage of the warmer weather, exercising has many health-related benefits. It can help maintain weight loss, combat health conditions, improve your mood, and boost your energy. It also helps rev up metabolism so you...
Sarah Lennon
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GOLO on the Go! 8 Ways to Eat Healthy When You’re on Vacation

Going on vacation, or enjoying a staycation, is your opportunity to relax, unwind, and take a break from your normal routine. But that doesn’t mean you have to take a break from your healthy eating habits. While you don’t want to let your weight loss journey get in the way of enjoying a stress-free getaway, it’s important to be mindful of the food you eat on vacation. Here are 8 things you can do to make sure your healthy lifestyle doesn’t get too far off track no matter where you travel. Plan Ahead: Starting a road trip without a map is not a good idea. Similarly, you may also feel lo...
Jennifer Brooks
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"This Father’s Day, I’m going to participate. I’m going to spend quality time with my son."

After losing 195 pounds, Jason’s remarkable GOLO journey is a reminder that it’s never too late to reverse course and enjoy a happy and healthier life. Jason’s story is absolutely incredible if not heroic. After all, Jason is an American hero who served in the United States Marine Corps and retired after 20 years and multiple overseas deployments. When Jason started GOLO he weighed 424 pounds and certain daily tasks presented a struggle. He was desperately looking for a way to improve his health and physical condition but knew he needed to lose weight even before he could start exercising. ...
Jennifer Brooks
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What is the Healthiest Cooking Oil (And Which Ones to Avoid)?

The healthiest cooking oils should be high in unsatuarated fats: avocado oil, extra virgin olive oil, unrefined coconut oil, walnut oil, and flax seed oil.

 

Jennifer Brooks
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GOLO Continues Its Support of Local Special Olympics Chapters

Finding meaningful ways to give back to your local area is more important now than ever. As a mission-driven company with deep roots in the community, GOLO is committed to providing critical financial assistance to deserving grassroots organizations that promote health and wellness initiatives. One of our absolute favorite organizations to work with is Special Olympics, whose mission is to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. Read more about our recent donations to local chapte...
Jennifer Brooks
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Eat the Rainbow: The Health Benefits of a Colorful Diet

Eating the rainbow means including a colorful variety of fruits and vegetables in your diet to ensure your body gets all the vitamins, minerals, and nutrients it needs to maintain proper health.

Jennifer Brooks
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Ways for You to Refresh Your Health and Wellness Plan this Spring

Spring cleaning isn’t just about fixing up your home—it’s also a time to consider cleaning up your diet by taking advantage of the wealth of fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables available at this time. To get you started, the experts from the Delaware 4-H Program developed a list of nutritious fruit and vegetable options that are perfect for spring eating. Take a look at their top 10 recommendations: Apricots: These springtime delights can be either sweet or tart. Loaded with vitamins E and C, apricots are also a good source of potassium. Asparagus:Highly nutritious and can be eaten co...
Jennifer Brooks
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Plant-Based Diet: An In-Depth Guide for Beginners

Plants are high in fiber, low in calories, and eating a plant-based diet is a  safe and effective way to lose or maintain weight.

Jennifer Brooks
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