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
Spending the holidays alone? Three tips to take care of your mental health
Spending the holidays alone because of COVID-19? Here are three tips to support your mental health while keeping your loved ones safe.
4 min read | Healthy Lifestyle, Coronavirus
Prepare Now For the Dual Hit of Flu and COVID-19
With winter on its way, North Carolina could be getting a one-two punch from the flu and a new wave of COVID-19. Start protecting yourself by getting your flu shot.
5 min read | Healthy Lifestyle, Coronavirus
7 creative ways to celebrate the holidays safely during COVID-19
Our holiday season looks different this year because of COVID-19. Here are some creative ideas to celebrate while keeping yourself, your family and your community safe.
4 min read | Healthy Lifestyle, Coronavirus
How to dress for cold weather hikes
For many of us, getting outdoors and into nature has been a saving grace during this pandemic. As winter approaches, you can still have outdoor adventures. Here are a few tips on how to dress for winter hikes.
5 min read | Healthy Lifestyle
Ten holiday travelling tips to keep you safe from COVID-19
If you are considering traveling this holiday season, here are ten things to consider.
When pandemic blues and seasonal depression collide
Along with an extended quarantine, this winter's shorter days and low light could be especially challenging for some. Here are some tips on how to cope.
4 min read | Healthy Lifestyle, Coronavirus, 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
