Aerobic exercise is a form of consistent movement that gets your blood pumping and your muscles moving. People enjoy walking, dancing, swimming, biking or using a piece of equipment like an elliptical machine. The recommendation is to spend 30-60 minutes, most days of the week, doing an aerobic activity. This can be broken up however …
Your breath is one of the best physiological indicators of whether you are feeling stress or at peace. If you are shallow breathing or holding your breath you are telling your brain that you are under duress and all is not well. If you are taking in full breaths, expanding your belly and slowly exhaling, …
Walking is one of the most easily accessible forms of movement but a poor walking posture can be tough on our feet, back, muscles and joints. Walking with improved posture can have you traveling longer distances with greater comfort. It facilitates breathing, strengthens the supportive muscles in your spine and more evenly distributes your weight …
Focusing on sitting and standing with good posture has numerous benefits. It opens up your chest cavity for deeper breathing, encouraging more oxygen to your brain and vital organs. It creates more space for your heart to pump efficiently and improve circulation. It also allows for better digestion, less gas and bloating than a slouched …
One of the greatest gifts that we can give ourselves is the ability to shape our thoughts in ways that are more kind and conducive to our goals. Noticing negative thoughts and then actively changing those thoughts to be more optimistic, less judgemental, and more encouraging toward what you want for yourself, will sustain your …
Last week you decided what you truly want for yourself and that you are committed to that vision. This week we will take a look at creating goals that will get you results. Enjoying the process is the key factor that will bring you success. This is critical and must be part of the plan. …
Let’s take a look at what will bring you results and really propel you toward your health and wellness goals. You have created life-long habits. Some have been good for you and others have hijacked your health. Changing your routine and setting new healthy habits takes commitment and consistency. Answer these questions to encourage and …
Endurance: 30-60 minutes of consistent movement like walking, cycling, or an aerobics class, most days of the week is recommended. The best way to do this is to start slow and gradually build up to this by breaking it up into smaller chunks of time. Try walking for 10 minutes after every meal and you …
Focus all your attention, energy, and desire on loving yourself. How would you lovingly nourish and take care of your body? We are chemical beings, and what we eat can greatly harm us or bring us good health. Make it simple and concentrate your effort on avoiding excess fat, sugar, salt and processed foods that …
Getting a good night’s sleep and waking up feeling rested is the foundation of good health. If you are tired, all other aspects of life are tremendously more challenging. So let’s look at some ways to improve your sleep and get you energized and empowered to feel your best! Important – Have a consistent sleep …
