Functional Self Care™ uses behavior change strategies—not willpower—to help people build lasting physical activity habits. This means focusing on confidence, comfort, and consistency. Because improving public health starts with making movement safe and accessible for everyone.
Why New Year’s Resolutions Often Fall Apart — and a Gentler Way to Think About Health Goals
Many people start the new year with goals for their health, only to feel discouraged a few weeks later. Research shows that most New Year’s resolutions are abandoned within the first month. This is not a personal failure. Changing habits is difficult, especially when goals do not fit into real life.
Why Body Gratitude Changes How You See Yourself
When we think about body image, most of us are taught to focus on appearance — weight, shape, or size. But research shows that shifting toward body gratitude — appreciating what your body does rather than how it looks — can change the way you see yourself.
A Beginner-Friendly Guide to Sport Supplements: What’s Actually Worth Your Time
If you’ve ever searched for beginner fitness supplements, you’ve probably run into a mix of hype, myths, and half-true advice. It can feel overwhelming fast. The good news: you don’t need most of what’s marketed to you. With Functional Self Care, we treat supplements the same way we treat exercise: start with the basics, understand what matters, and add support where it’s genuinely helpful—not because you “should.” This guide breaks down five supplements with solid research behind them. No hype, no magic promises—just simple explanations so you can make informed choices for your own body and your own goals.
Body Neutrality Practices That Support Well-Being
Body neutrality isn’t about ignoring your body or pretending struggles don’t exist. It begins with permission — to feel neutral, conflicted, or unsure — and shifts the focus toward compassionate care. Body neutrality won’t erase hard days, but it can make your relationship with your body calmer, kinder, and more sustainable over time.
Staying Well During the Holidays: A Simple Guide to Eating, Movement, and Self-Care
The winter holidays are a time for connection, celebration, and enjoying traditions with the people you care about. But they can also bring changes to how we eat, move, and manage stress. Many people worry about gaining weight or losing progress during this time, but the good news is that the holidays don’t have to feel stressful or “off track.” The goal isn’t to avoid holiday food or feel guilty. The goal is to enjoy your favorite foods while still taking care of your body and mind.