Getting Started, Healthy Habits, Holistic Healing, Mindset

How can we cope positively with our anxiety?

Of course we get a overwhelmed sometimes... And sometimes we aren't 100% present... Off thinking about the past or future. Belly breaths Anytime you feel anxiety or frustration coming up... Use it as a signal that you need to stop and take some deep belly breaths. 4 counts in. Hold. 4 counts out. Hold. Aim… Continue reading How can we cope positively with our anxiety?

Getting Started, Mindfulness, Movement

How can I make my workouts more effective without using equipment?

Practicing ‘mind-muscle connection’ during your workout can make your movement session more effective without using equipment. To sum it up: If you think about and focus on a muscle while you're training it... You're much more likely to recruit that muscle and make it grow. Here are some strategies to help improve your mind-muscle connection:… Continue reading How can I make my workouts more effective without using equipment?

Getting Started, Movement

What should be incorporated into my workout routine?

Whether you're a novice taking the first steps toward fitness... Or an exercise fanatic hoping to optimize your results... A well-rounded fitness training program is essential. Soooo with that being said, you may want to consider adding more variety to your workout routine. Here's some inspiration: Aerobic Fitness Examples of aerobic exercises include walking, jogging,… Continue reading What should be incorporated into my workout routine?

Getting Started, Mindfulness

Need an easy trick to break a bad habit?

Beat your future self. You know yourself better than anyone. If you know that you would easily smash a bag of chips... How can you prevent your future self from buying said chips? Don’t go in the isle. Have 3 back up snacks that satisfy the same craving. Immediately change the conversation in your head.… Continue reading Need an easy trick to break a bad habit?

Getting Started, Nutrition, Weight Loss

What is a basic plan for intermittent fasting?

Intermittent fasting is an effective way to achieve your fitness goals while improving your overall health. The 16/8 Method The most popular form of intermittent fasting is known as the 16/8 method and is basic enough for anyone to try and succeed at! Here is the 16/8 method: Establish an 8 hour window in your… Continue reading What is a basic plan for intermittent fasting?

Getting Started, Movement

What is dynamic stretching?

Dynamic stretching is a form of active movement that isn't about holding a stretch... But rather taking your body through ranges of motion that will better prepare you for a workout. Dynamic stretching activates and warms up your muscles, improves your body’s range of motion and flexibility, and increases power. Quick example: standing torso twists,… Continue reading What is dynamic stretching?