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Overcoming Challenges & Gaining Confidence

Many women avoid gym programs for their exercise routines because they are self-conscious. It’s normal to feel this way, especially at the start of a weight loss program. So first, give yourself a break. Then, give yourself a kick. The hardest part is showing up, so think about what might help you do that. Here are some tips: Mid-morning and mid-afternoon are likely to be less crowded than lunchtime or before or after work. Bring a friend! It’s easier to try something new when you have support. Also find comfort in knowing that many of the women you see in the gym are embarking on the same journey as you.

Keeping You Accountable

What happens after your first Vega Testing appointment? Setting goals for yourself, by yourself can be hard. Never mind achieving them. Sometimes you need to feel accountable, and I offer additional support after your first appointment to do just that. May it be in the office, in the grocery store or the comfort of your home, I can help you set your health goals and be accountable for them. I will support you with recipe sharing, cooking tips, and further recommendations as well as answering any questions you may have along the way!

What is Stability to You?

Stability can unintentionally show up as bracing or rigidity when we consciously try to create it – But then suppleness and a full breath can get lost. I really love how my mentor describes stability as having control and coordination through the arc of a movement. Consider this; when you slow something way down, do you notice any wavering, awkwardness, or engagement of unnecessary body parts? If so, imagine that magnified when you complete that movement quickly and without as much focus. Feeling stable is amplified when we move efficiently on a foundation of ease. Let’s explore this together! Small group classes and 1:1 options are available.

3 Ways to Improve Digestion Naturally

With any diet advice, it is vital to build a reflective awareness of the messages of your body and intuitively choose the best routine for your situation. Here are 3 natural ways you can integrate healthy habits to improve your diet instantly. Chew! Chewing breaks down food to enhance the extraction of nutrients that your body needs. Incorporate set meal times throughout the day. Three meals are often the average for most individuals. Adhere to this natural rhythm until your body signals it’s time for a change. Go for a walk! The movement of walking often aids with digestion.

Immune Support in the Summer

Summer is upon us, but we still need to support good immune system health. Here are some helpful tips: 1) Keep sugar low in the diet by making your own sun tea, slushy drinks, or smoothies. 2) Eat lots of salads with fruit and nuts to provide some hidden hydration. 3) Check your city for local outdoor events, such as qi gong, tai chi or yoga in the park. This is a great way to get some exercise and promote good breathing to support a relaxed parasympathetic nervous system. 4) Finally, don’t forget about getting enough high-quality sleep!

Cordless Phones – The Elephant in the Room

While most people have heard the connection to EMF exposure and cell phones, few think twice about the cordless phone sitting by your nightstand. These phones are now almost always DECT (Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunication) phones. Almost all DECT base stations send microwave radiation 24 X 7 and can account for a large portion of the wireless exposure in a home. Many scientists believe that this disrupts our brain’s intercellular signaling which accounts for many of the adverse health effects that people experience. For a more restful sleep, these phones should have no place in a sleeping area such as a bedroom – and better yet – think of switching these over to a hard-lined (old style corded) phone.

Why Try Virtual Fitness?

The freedom to work out anytime from anywhere is now where it’s at. No more spending time driving to a gym and no more ‘getting ready’ to go out. Joining a Virtual Fitness Coaching Group is a powerful way to create a community and encourage accountability, as well as a time and money saver. Virtual fitness classes offer many benefits, including having a Certified Personal Trainer available 24/7. Access to professionally instructed workouts and real-time coaching with your coach being a text or call away is such a gift. Join our 7-day FREE TRIAL today!

Words to Live By

“You should sit in meditation for 20 minutes every day – unless you’re too busy; then you should sit and meditate for an hour.” Zen Proverb