Mediterranean Wellness Shakes PureTrim Mediterranean Wellness Shakes provide 21 grams of organic vegan protein, 400mg of healthy plant-sourced calcium, and are gluten-free, dairy-free, and soy-free, in less than 240 calories. This unique, whole body approach is the solution for a balanced weight and achieving overall wellness. In addition, it tastes delicious and leaves you feeling full! Try PureTrim Shakes in mouth-watering Double Chocolate, Rich n’ Creamy Vanilla, or all-new Strawberry Sorbet! Includes FREE exercise and meal plan book! Shake it off!

Cardiovascular exercise is any exercise that raises your heart rate. One myth in today’s fitness world is that increasing cardio can only be achieved through lengthy steady state activities such as running or using an elliptical machine for extended periods of time. If you ONLY run or use the elliptical in that slow, steady state, you are ignoring your anaerobic system. You could run faster for short bouts to access this system or you could do some metabolic resistance training. It’s a more efficient and effective way to target both your anaerobic and aerobic systems and you can challenge all of your muscles, not just those in your lower body. Using your preferred method of resistance (weights, bands, bodyweight) will target both systems and increase metabolic conditioning in a fraction of the time compared to the traditional “cardio” methods.

Combat the winter blues, circadian sleep disorders, jet lag, shift work adjustment and low energy with the Day-Light Classic therapy lamp. Healthcare professionals recommend bright light therapy as the #1 line of treatment for seasonal affective disorder (seasonal depression). Carex bright light therapy lights meet the guidelines set by the Center for Environmental Therapeutics. The Day-Light Classic lamp is the best on the market in treating Seasonal Affective Disorder, as it provides the maximum dose of 99.3% UV-filtered white light and projects light from above for effective therapy.

Research continues to prove a strong connection between hearing loss and depression. The two are referred to as invisible conditions, as you cannot see their effects at first glance. Because of this, their effects can often go unacknowledged, unrecognized, and untreated. Hearing loss affects one’s ability to communicate, which can cause stress, fatigue, social isolation, and, in turn, depression. Along with depression, clients with untreated hearing loss are known to experience anxiety, relationship problems, low self-esteem, stress, and other negative emotions. However, hearing aids have been found to help combat these issues.

Hormones contribute to all aspects of our wellbeing, and it’s important that our bodies produce the right amounts. Mood swings, loss of strength, and a lower libido – all are common among people over 50 because of hormonal changes. Exercise can lessen symptoms brought by changing hormones – while also boosting quality of life, lowering aches and pains, and bringing countless physical and mental benefits. “Hormones are substances produced by your endocrine glands that have a tremendous effect on bodily processes,” says WebMD. “They affect growth and development, mood, sexual function, reproduction, and metabolism.” For more information check out our blog at proACTIVEfit.ca