Diabetes rates in construction are high: Is walking the answer?
Walking can treat or prevent diabetes by reducing blood sugar and supporting weight loss. Diet and sleep are other ways to reduce your risk.
Lifestyle & Health
A quick guide to creatine supplementation for construction workers
Creatine is proven to boost muscle strength by up to 20 percent and improve cognitive health, increasing brain energy levels by 5 to 15 percent.
Nighttime yoga sequence to calm a busy construction mind and body
A yoga sequence involving butterfly, cat-cow, and corpse pose can help you decompress to support a better quality sleep.
The surprising benefits of nutritional yeast for construction professionals (+3 recipes you need to try)
Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor to your meals while being packed with essential nutrients such as B vitamins, zinc, and amino acids.
Non-toxic mattresses: What they are and why building industry professionals should care
Mattresses can contain toxins like VOCs and flame retardants, which have been linked to respiratory problems, headaches, and cancer.
10 desk stretches for busy AEC professionals
Sitting for prolonged periods can lead to hip tightness and poor posture. Simple desk stretches like sweated spinal rotations can prevent issues.
Your guide to “building” a better body: Harness the power of beans
Fuel your day with beans—a protein-packed, high-fiber, nutrient-dense food perfect for busy contractors, engineers, and construction pros.
The basics of carpal tunnel syndrome for skilled trades workers
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition affecting the hands and wrists and is common in skilled trades workers who frequently use their hands.
The must-know benefits of zinc for skilled trades workers
Zinc deficiency impacts 15% of adults in the U.S., lowering energy and immunity, a challenge for workers in physically demanding fields.
The positive side of stress: Understanding eustress for trade workers
With the right mindset and strategies, turn distress into eustress—transform overwhelming challenges into opportunities for growth.
Acupressure points for common ailments in physically demanding construction jobs
Acupressure relieves pain, nausea, and anxiety by targeting key body points. Pressure on P6 eases nausea, while foot pressure supports sleep.
The sweet truth for contractors: Dark chocolate is healthier than you think
Health benefits of dark chocolate include boosting heart health and improving gut function. Learn how much to eat and what to look for.
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