The yoga breath is wonderful for quieting the mind. It’s done with a deep inhale through your nose with your mouth closed, and a deep exhale through your nose with your mouth closed. Sit comfortably (i.e. in a chair or with pillows underneath you on the floor) and close your eyes. While repeating the yoga breath, …
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Mother’s day is around the corner, and this is a special time to spend with your family. If weather permits go outside and play with your kids. It always amazes me how much energy my boys have (age 3.5 yrs. and 11 mo.). If I keep up with them I feel I’ve had a workout. This …
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While your pregnant it may feel like your body is no longer your own, and you may wish that you pregnancy is over. It’s common to think about getting back your body, but remember this…the time that you are pregnant is so short! My advice is this: You will value your pregnancy so much more if you …
One key tip to feeling great after losing weight is to give away your fat clothes! As you lose weight you will start to feel really good about yourself. Don’t hold on to clothes that give you unpleasant memories of times when you didn’t feel good about yourself or your body. By getting rid of your …
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So many moms are determined to lose the baby weight and are dedicated for a few months. They eat healthy and exercise consistently and feel great in their “new bodies”. Unfortunately, it’s also common to have life circumstances that pull mom away from her routine and result in poor eating and lack of exercise which …
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It’s so important to take time away from your busy life routine. When you take a vacation without cell phones and computers, it will free your mind from your “to do’s” and allow you to take in the “peaceful moments”. When you take a few days away, you will find that you will return more energized, and you …
Many new moms want to lose the postpartum weight but feel self conscience working out with others in their “postpartum bodies”. Keep in mind that one BIG KEY to weight loss is to work out with others because they will hold you accountable. For example, if join an exercise group (i.e. like a stroller workout …
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One reason why new moms give up on an exercise and healthy eating is because they don’t notice immediate results. Instead of focusing on immediate results focus on changing to a healthy lifestyle. When your focus changes to living a healthy lifestyle, the results you are aiming for are peramanent not just for the next …
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So many women I’ve worked with have come to me out of frustration. They say they’ve been doing the same workout for a year or more and haven’t noticed any change in their bodies. The problem is that they are doing the same thing expecting different results. One key to weight loss is changing up …
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Did you know that if you eat “good” fat you can actually lose weight? Examples of good fat is in nuts and avocados. When eaten in moderation the good fat will keep you satisfied longer and keep cravings for foods that don’t nourish your body at a minimum. Try these simple tips. Pack a couple …
