It Doesn’t Have to Be Perfect (video)
Do you have the curse of perfectionism? Nobody and nothing is perfect. Perfect is not our aim. Change the meaning of ‘perfect’ to ‘appropriate.’ What’s appropriate for YOU right now? You are exactly where you’re supposed to be. Let go of striving for the unrealistic goal of perfection. Work to be better. There is no […]
Are Carbs ‘Bad’?
Carbohydrates (carbs for short) are composed of carbon, oxygen, and hydrogen. They are one of the 3 macro nutrients (along with protein and fat). Are they bad? Short answer: No No food, or food group, is inherently “good” or “bad.” There are foods that move you closer to your goals and food that don’t. And […]
The Science and the Magic of Breathing
You can survive 3 weeks without food, 1 week without water, but only 3 minutes without oxygen. You’re asking about nutrition and hydration, but if you’re not breathing properly none of that matters. 2 reasons why we breathe: pH regulation and gas exchange. Breathing is regulated by the brainstem, which also controls blood pressure and […]
Wanna Get More ‘Toned’?
Do you have a goal to get more “toned”? What does that mean and what does it take to get there? First, let’s talk about what tone is. Tone is the tension or the “stiffness” a muscle has all the time. Your muscles are slightly active to keep you standing upright. Tone also stores energy […]