If you're looking for a gentler way to support your weight loss journey, without punishing cardio sessions or burpees, you're in the right place. Somatic exercises for weight loss won't have you dripping in sweat—but they can play a powerful role in helping you reconnect with your body, reduce stress, and move more freely.

When you hear 'chair yoga', your first thought is probably something like, Isn't that just stretching while sitting down? And you might wonder if anything seated actually counts as 'exercise.'

Ever feel like your day is a non-stop whirlwind of work, responsibilities, and endless to-do lists? Wouldn't it be nice if you could hit pause and breathe a little easier? To not just survive but truly thrive? That's why we're here—to take you for a quick dive (quick enough not to add any more stress to your already-overloaded day) into the best daily habits to have if you want to swap some stress for a little more serenity.

Aging is a beautiful privilege that not everyone gets to have. That doesn't mean it always feels like a piece of cake, however. Sometimes, it's something you'd rather not stomach at all.

Sometimes it feels like health trends move faster than a toddler you just took your eyes off. You catch wind of the current zeitgeist — what the heck even is mouth taping?!? — and you wonder when looking after yourself got even more complex.

If you're feeling anxious about staying on track with all that extra-delicious holiday food around, you're not alone. Navigating food challenges (oh haiiii, social eating and food guilt!) during the holiday season can be tough. The good news is you don't need to eat like the holidays don't exist.

Somewhere along the way, carbohydrates (think bread, pasta, potatoes, and rice) became the villains of the nutrition world. We don't see them that way at Simple, however. The truth is that our bodies need carbohydrates — it's the best energy source we've got. Where we can get into difficulties is when we eat too many carbohydrates and simple sugars (like honey and sweets); don't eat enough protein (such as chicken, fish, or tofu), healthy fats (like avocado or olive oil), or fruits and vegetables; and don't move our bodies enough during our daily lives.

Have you ever felt a bit down and sought comfort in a snack? If so, you're not alone. Many people turn to food when they feel anxious, upset, lonely, or some other emotion. In fact, 58% of Americans report gaining weight thanks to stress-related eating. Almost everyone eats for emotional reasons, at least sometimes.

Are you a frustrated female who has tried everything to lose weight but can't seem to get the scale to budge? If so, you're not alone. And if there's a male friend, family member, or significant other in your life who seems to drop pounds with ease, it can be quite disheartening.