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5 Fitness Mistakes Burnt-Out High Achievers Make (That Sabotage Health, Not Just Progress)
physical health, deep health Michelle Porter 6/11/25 physical health, deep health Michelle Porter 6/11/25

5 Fitness Mistakes Burnt-Out High Achievers Make (That Sabotage Health, Not Just Progress)

If you’re prioritizing your career at the expense of your health, it’s worth examining whether these five common exercise mistakes are holding you back from managing stress, improving physical health, enhancing sleep quality, and fueling better nutrition habits.

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The Case for Online Fitness: Why Virtual Workouts Work for Burned-Out High Achievers
fitness, physical health Michelle Porter 5/30/25 fitness, physical health Michelle Porter 5/30/25

The Case for Online Fitness: Why Virtual Workouts Work for Burned-Out High Achievers

Online fitness may be one of the most pragmatic, stress-reducing, burnout-preventing tools available to you.

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Leverage Micro-Movements at Work: Small Actions to Keep You Active All Day
fitness, physical health Michelle Porter 5/12/25 fitness, physical health Michelle Porter 5/12/25

Leverage Micro-Movements at Work: Small Actions to Keep You Active All Day

Micro-movements—the small, intentional actions that can seamlessly integrate into your workday to keep you active, energized, and resilient to burnout.

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Which Nutrition Plan is Best for You? A Practical Comparison of the Most Popular Diet Methods
nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/27/25 nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/27/25

Which Nutrition Plan is Best for You? A Practical Comparison of the Most Popular Diet Methods

This article breaks down the pros, cons, and practical considerations of some of today’s most popular diet approaches to help you make an informed decision.

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Intermittent Fasting: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You
nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/26/25 nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/26/25

Intermittent Fasting: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You

Intermittent fasting (IF) is not a diet in the traditional sense but an eating pattern that cycles between periods of eating and fasting.

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The MIND Diet: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You
nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/23/25 nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/23/25

The MIND Diet: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You

The MIND diet is a hybrid of the Mediterranean Diet and the DASH Diet designed to support brain health and reduce the risk of cognitive decline, particularly Alzheimer’s disease.

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OMAD (One Meal a Day) Diet: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You
nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/20/25 nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/20/25

OMAD (One Meal a Day) Diet: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You

The OMAD diet, short for "One Meal a Day," is a form of intermittent fasting where individuals eat just one meal within a one-hour window and fast for the remaining 23 hours.

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The Flexitarian Diet: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You
nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/19/25 nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/19/25

The Flexitarian Diet: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You

The Flexitarian Diet is a semi-vegetarian eating approach that emphasizes plant-based foods while still allowing for occasional meat and animal products.

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Healthy Habits Dieting: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You
nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/13/25 nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/13/25

Healthy Habits Dieting: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You

Healthy Habits Dieting is an approach to nutrition that prioritizes flexibility, balance, and sustainability over strict rules, calorie counting, or food restrictions.

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The DASH Diet: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You
nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/12/25 nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/12/25

The DASH Diet: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You

The (DASH) diet is a balanced eating plan designed to lower high blood pressure (hypertension) and improve overall heart health.

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The Zone Diet: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You
nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/9/25 nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/9/25

The Zone Diet: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You

Unlike extreme low-carb or high-fat diets, the Zone Diet emphasizes moderation and balance to stabilize blood sugar levels, enhance mental clarity, and improve overall health.

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Macros Tracking Nutrition: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You
nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/6/25 nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/6/25

Macros Tracking Nutrition: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You

Macros tracking, or flexible dieting, is a nutrition approach focused on tracking macronutrients (protein, carbohydrates, and fats) rather than strictly counting calories.

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The Mediterranean Diet: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You
nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/5/25 nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/5/25

The Mediterranean Diet: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You

The Mediterranean diet is not so much a diet and but a lifestyle centered around whole, nutrient-dense foods inspired by the eating patterns of countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea.

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The Paleo Diet: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You
nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/2/25 nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/2/25

The Paleo Diet: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You

The Paleo diet, short for "Paleolithic diet," is an eating approach sticking to whole, unprocessed foods while cutting out modern processed foods, grains, and dairy.

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The Whole30 Diet: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You
nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 3/29/25 nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 3/29/25

The Whole30 Diet: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You

The Whole30 diet is a 30-day elimination diet designed to reset your metabolism, curb cravings, and identify food sensitivities by removing inflammatory foods.

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The Keto Diet: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You
nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 3/26/25 nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 3/26/25

The Keto Diet: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You

The ketogenic (keto) diet is a high-fat, low-carb eating approach designed to shift your body’s primary fuel source from carbohydrates to fat.

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Eating Healthy While Groceries are Expensive: Practical Strategies for Eating Well and Keeping Costs Low
nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 3/19/25 nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 3/19/25

Eating Healthy While Groceries are Expensive: Practical Strategies for Eating Well and Keeping Costs Low

Practical strategies for maintaining a nutritious diet while keeping costs low.

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Why Lifting HEAVY (Not Just Light Strength Training) Is Necessary Over Age 40
fitness, physical health Michelle Porter 1/29/25 fitness, physical health Michelle Porter 1/29/25

Why Lifting HEAVY (Not Just Light Strength Training) Is Necessary Over Age 40

If you're serious about aging well, protecting your longevity, and performing at your best through midlife and beyond: it's time to lift heavy.

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Sleep: 7 to 9 Hours Isn’t a Luxury, It’s a Biological Requirement
sleep, physical health Michelle Porter 1/20/25 sleep, physical health Michelle Porter 1/20/25

Sleep: 7 to 9 Hours Isn’t a Luxury, It’s a Biological Requirement

The truth is clear: 7-9 hours of sleep isn’t a luxury or a suggestion; it’s a biological requirement for thriving in both personal and professional life.

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5 Surprising Health Issues Caused by Chronic Stress and Burnout—and How to Address Them
physical health, stress & burnout Michelle Porter 1/6/25 physical health, stress & burnout Michelle Porter 1/6/25

5 Surprising Health Issues Caused by Chronic Stress and Burnout—and How to Address Them

Chronic stress and burnout aren’t just mental health challenges; they’re full-body issues that can manifest in ways you might not expect.

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