https://youtu.be/GEXRSl2N7M8 Holistic Personal Training - Stretch! Whether you Exercise or Not Stretching is good for the body whether you are actively exercising or not. It makes sense that we should definitely stretch before and after exercise, but what about other times, and why? Let's say, for instance, that you have a more sedentary job … Continue reading Stretch! Whether you Exercise or Not
Worth
How much we can miss the unhealthy/unhelpful autopilots in our lives if we do not look at what we do and why. So much suffering can come from it. Like, with that very thing – where does the work end? What defines our success? One can run ourselves into the ground. For what? Chasing after … Continue reading Worth
What does Elf on the Shelf have to do with your health, fitness, and wellness?
https://youtu.be/Je0q_UfsUtE What does Elf on the Shelf have to do with your health, fitness, and wellness? Did you have one of these guys when you were growing up? I did not, but I was relayed the story and concept of it the other day - Elf on the Shelf. If you weren't exposed to it … Continue reading What does Elf on the Shelf have to do with your health, fitness, and wellness?
What’s the Big Deal About Breakfast?
https://youtu.be/w8g7oWGC9u4 You've likely heard that breakfast is good for you. Why, specifically? When you wake up in the morning, your body is in a fasted state and your blood sugar level can be low. Your blood sugar level helps fuel your brain and all of your other muscles. Breakfast helps to replenish it. It gives you a chance to … Continue reading What’s the Big Deal About Breakfast?
Exercise: The Value of Slow and Controlled Movements
There's a misconception out there on exercise: that it has to be hard and fast in order for it to be effective. This may sound funny when you hear me talking about the benefits of HIIT - but this is a totally different thing. One of the most common barriers to consistent exercise (as in, … Continue reading Exercise: The Value of Slow and Controlled Movements
Chain Reactions of Change
https://youtu.be/n90Fchog-7E Let's talk about lifestyle change. The real stuff that lasts. And what really goes on in it. You have a goal, and you really want to see it come to pass. Let's say it's weight loss, but it can be anything, really. It could be pursuing a promotion or a deeper … Continue reading Chain Reactions of Change
Probiotics for Your [Gut] Health
You've likely heard a bit of the buzz around probiotics lately. They've become increasingly popular since the mid-1990's, with more and more people trying them today. Probiotics are live bacteria and yeasts that are commonly known as friendly, good, or healthy bacteria. These are the good bacteria that we hear about - the kind that … Continue reading Probiotics for Your [Gut] Health
How to Exercise When You Have No Time
A big challenge around fitness is TIME. You're likely busy, as we all are. It's funny - we all have 24 hours in a day, and we fill them ALL with SOMETHING. With all of your other obligations and commitments, how can you fit in exercise when you're making it a priority in your life? … Continue reading How to Exercise When You Have No Time
What if you Don’t Have your A-Game?
Most of us want to show up to the best of our abilities in everything we do. Even to the point of beating ourselves up if we perform at a level less than we thought we should or wish we would. The reality is, our "A-Game" varies from day to day. Some days, we feel … Continue reading What if you Don’t Have your A-Game?
Food Substitutions that Satisfy
If you've ever had a hard time saying "no" to that less-than-optimally nutritionally sound food (pasta, cookies, and other savory and/or baked goods), you might be pleasantly surprised to learn of the equally tasty but definitely healthier options available to us today. "Healthy" eating doesn't mean that you must only eat naked grilled chicken breast and … Continue reading Food Substitutions that Satisfy
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