Category: Healthy Lifestyle
Discover new ways to improve your overall health and well-being with tips on nutrition, exercise and building healthy habits. There are a lot of benefits to an active, healthy lifestyle, from preventing disease to reducing stress.
8 ways to stick with exercise and a healthy diet at home
Do you find yourself ditching healthy habits when you’re at home, even if you didn’t intend to? Here's how to stay on track.
5 min read | Healthy Lifestyle
Feeling anxiety during election season? You’re not alone. Here’s how to cope.
More than two thirds of American adults say the election is causing significant stress in their lives. If you're among those who are experiencing election anxiety, here are some tips to cope.
3 min read | Healthy Lifestyle, Mental Health
New to hiking? Looking for new trails? Meet your virtual adventure guide.
If you're new to hiking and need some expert tips, or if you're just looking for lesser-known trails to try, get to know Joe Miller. He's our expert on all things outdoors in North Carolina.
3 min read | Healthy Lifestyle, Explore NC
What I wish I’d known starting out on my fitness journey
Certified personal trainer Michelle Rogers reflects on her personal fitness journey and how she changed her mindset to make sure her healthier lifestyle would stick.
4 min read | Healthy Lifestyle, Fitness
Our Team Member’s Journey Back to Health After COVID-19
Blue Cross NC employee Renae Cates was diagnosed with COVID-19. Soon she was in a hospital room completely alone, just like on the news. Hear about her journey to recovery.
5 min read | Healthy Lifestyle, Coronavirus
Increase your energy and get fit with this 4-week walking plan
New to walking? No problem! This four-week walking plan will help you get fit, increase your energy, boost your mood, and prevent or improve other health issues.
5 min read | Healthy Lifestyle, Fitness
Fall hikes: how to avoid crowds and find the trails less traveled
The gorgeous fall weather is luring more North Carolinians outdoors to hike and camp. Here are some tips for finding and exploring less-crowded trails.
3 min read | Healthy Lifestyle, Coronavirus, Explore NC, Fitness
5 North Carolina Hikes to See Gorgeous Fall Foliage
These five hikes don’t get a lot of foot traffic, which is surprising considering the explosion of fall color they offer, and still get you a front seat view of fall foliage.
How to Manage OCD and Anxiety During the COVID-19 Outbreak
The COVID-19 outbreak has caused an increase in anxiety in just about everyone. If you already struggle with anxiety or OCD, here are a few tips from Dr. Patrick McGrath.
4 min read | Healthy Lifestyle, Coronavirus, Mental Health
Tips to Care for Someone With COVID-19
Taking care of someone with COVID-19? These tips will help you reduce your exposure and know the signs and symptoms to track.
4 min read | Healthy Lifestyle, Coronavirus
Addressing Disparities in Behavioral Health
At Blue Cross NC, we resolve to help close the gaps in behavioral health care. That means working hard to remove the barriers people face in getting mental health support.
5 min read | Healthy Lifestyle
