In our fast paced society pauses are needed now more than ever. Taking a pause helps us to get out of our head and into our body, or worse, our hearts. Pauses like naps are severely underrated. Over the last month with the passing of a friend then our beloved dog, I have found myself … Continue reading Pauses
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Exercise To Keep Calm Under Stress
I'm never surprised to read about the benefits of exercise. It was physical pain in my body that brought me to exercise many moons ago. I believe that when exercise is used for the goal of wellness rather than just weight loss the benefits not only will be lifelong but so will the ability AND … Continue reading Exercise To Keep Calm Under Stress
Fitness Freak
Sometimes I can feel a bit of a freak. The early morning darkness. The kiss of frigid across my cheeks. The bellyache breathing. Heart pounding pulse. Heaviness in the legs as I check if someone poured concrete in my runners. Then the head gets cleared in the monotony of steps. Then I’m done and it … Continue reading Fitness Freak
Try This Free 8-Minute Meditation
We all know it’s good for us but we mostly put ourselves last when it comes to self-care. We all know it’s good for us but we mostly put ourselves last when it comes to self-care When you start meditating once a day, even for just a few minutes at a time, you’ll notice a … Continue reading Try This Free 8-Minute Meditation
84 Day Marathon
What came first the chicken or the egg. The good decision or exercise. Does regular activity help us make better decisions? First take note that I said activity rather than go to the gym, CrossFit, run 5k or cycle class or any other fad/trendy that tarnishes or brings a scowl to the value of being … Continue reading 84 Day Marathon
“Y” the “I”
As a teenager, I wasn't a rebel, much-as my children laugh. In understanding children and youth, I was however probably looking for some way to create originality. My family were immigrants, right off the boat. I can vividly remember my Dad chasing youngsters after incessant name calling; wap, dago, go back to your country. Sound … Continue reading “Y” the “I”
How To Live Longer Better
TIME magazine published a double-issue in February of this year How To Live Longer Better! "A 2016 study found that elderly people who exercised for just 15 minutes a day, at an intensity level of a brisk walk, had a 22% lower risk of early death compared to people who did not exercise." "Researchers from … Continue reading How To Live Longer Better
Plastic Free July – 9 Ways To Minimize Plastic In Your Home
We know it. What are you doing about it? What small step can you take today? Our plastic society is putting the world's ecosystem at risk. Unnecessary plastic is making its way into our homes, and often through the kitchen. Our friends at Food Matters offer a number of ways to reduce, reuse, and recycle … Continue reading Plastic Free July – 9 Ways To Minimize Plastic In Your Home
Research Says Walking This Much Per Week Extends Your Life
I've said it before......our bodies are designed to move. Studies now show that even walking as little as 2 hours a week could begin to reduce the risk of disease and help you live a longer healthier life.......Blue Zone life. The world’s longest-lived people don’t pump iron, run marathons, or join gyms. Instead, they live … Continue reading Research Says Walking This Much Per Week Extends Your Life
Fascia: A Hidden Piece of the Puzzle of Fibromyalgia Pain
Learning self-care tricks may be the most important step you take to manage your pain. Dr's recommend that patients try at least two to three MFR sessions to determine if it will help them.
