I see too many yoga students approaching their practice the same way they approach a workout. They push too hard, they breath too hard, they want to feel the ‘burn.’ But Yoga is NOT a workout. The big difference between a workout and a yoga practice lies in the nervous system, which has two halves: […]
What is wellness? Wellness is a conscious, self-directed and evolving process of achieving full potential. Wellness is multidimensional and holistic, encompassing lifestyle, mental, and spiritual well-being, and the environment. Wellness is positive and affirming. Wellness is an active process through which people become aware of, and make choices toward, a more successful existence. National […]
What is fat? Fat is another word for triglycerides. Triglycerides are three fatty acids and a glycerol. They are found in the blood and provide 60% of the body’s energy needs at rest. Most of your organs run on fat in order to spare glucose for the brain. Triglycerides are a subcategory of lipids. […]
Q: What do you use for skin care products? A: I’m as concerned with what I put ON my body as I am with what I put IN my body. I buy only products that are free of phthalates, sodium lauryl sulfate, and parabens. As with food, I buy organic whenever possible. I look for […]
As their name denotes, carbohydrates are carbon, oxygen, and hydrogen. When we eat carbohydrates, the body breaks them down into glucose for energy for the body and brain. Glucose is stored as glycogen in muscle tissue and in the liver. Excess glycogen is converted to fat for storage. The more muscle you have, the more […]
Proteins are amino acids joined by peptide bonds. Proteins are in all living organisms; plant and animal. In animals, including humans, protein is found in all cells, plasma, hemoglobin, and in enzymes, and hormones. It’s responsible for growth, repair, maintenance of tissue, pH balance, and 5-10% of the body’s energy needs. Examples of protein are […]
With so much noise on the internet about nutrition, it’s confusing. There’s a lot of conflicting information, misleading ads, and unrealistic promises. So what’s true? Education yourself with an understanding of the basicis so you can decide for yourself. What is Metabolism? Metabolism is the combination of anabolic (building up) and catabolic […]
Get more vegetables, fiber, vitamins, and minerals without even noticing with these 5 smoothie recipes. The veggies just disappear! Strawberry Beet Smoothie 1 cup halved fresh or frozen strawberries 1 1/2 chopped beats 1/2 avocado 1 cup water 1 scoop Sun Warrior Vanilla Protein Powder ice Piña Colada Smoothie with Yellow Squash 1 cup […]
Do you have tightness in your upper back? Does you posture need some improvement? Try these self-myofascial release techniques, exercises, and restorative yoga poses to mobilize your thoracic spine, reduce muscle tension, and improve your posture: Self-Myofascial Release with Foam Roller and Yoga Tune-Up Therapy Balls Exercises Back Extension on a Stability Ball Quadruped Twist […]
A real push up (a body weight push-up on the floor on your toes) – that is a great goal to have! This functional exercise works your entire body: Your arms and shoulders are helping while your legs, core, and back muscles are stabilizing. More muscles worked means more calories burned! If you can’t do […]
