Marcella Dudek

21-year-old college student, family oriented, and lover of all things Detroit, Michigan. I want to form healthy eating and exercise habits now that my future self will thank me for later in life. Always learning and always moving forward.
Food and Recipes

Healthier St. Paddy’s Day Shakes

St. Patrick’s Day is a celebration of Irish culture, four-leaf clovers and everything green. Here are recipes for a healthy alternative to a popular treat.

healthier st paddys day shake
Community

Make Time to Volunteer All Year Long

Volunteering is a way to keep a sense of holiday cheer going all year. The great state of Michigan is filled with opportunities to give back. Here’s are a few.

volunteer all year long
Home and Family

Less Screen Time, More Family Time this Holiday Break

Use these tips to help kids take time away from electronics and get active during holiday break.

Keep kids active this holiday break
Fitness

Healthy Living Tips from Tigers Director of Medical Services Kevin Rand

Kevin Rand, ATC, CSCS, Head Athletic Trainer for the Detroit Tigers recently shared some of his own tips for maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Healthy tips from a Detroit Tiger
Food and Recipes

3 Easy Snack Swaps to Make this Easter

As a healthier alternative to the sugar-filled candy and snacks, try these substitutions to traditional Easter candy and treats.

easy easter swaps
Fitness

5 Michigan Ski Locations to Hit the Slopes at this Winter

Here are five unique Michigan downhill ski locations to hit the slopes at and enjoy the snow before the weather takes a turn for the warmth of spring.

michigan ski resorts
Mind

Inspirational Quotes from Our Nation’s Leaders

These quotes from America’s past and present leaders can help inspire and motivate you to take charge of your health and wellness.

inspirational quotes from presidents
Mind

6 Easy Ways to Get Started with Self-Improvement

Self-care can fall to the wayside when taking care of family, working overtime and handling other obligations. Here’s how to shift your focus back to yourself.

Get started with self-improvement
Fitness

How To: 5-Minute Desk Exercises with Resistance Bands

Certified fitness coach Angelia Johnson discusses how to do simple exercises using a resistance band that can be performed virtually anywhere, even at work.

desk exercises with resistance bands
Prevention

Tips to Help Avoid the Office Bug this Winter

It happens like clockwork: once someone at work gets sick, soon almost everyone in the office has a cold. Here are tips to stay healthy at work this winter.

How to avoid getting sick

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