Part of yoga is about linking your body and mind, sometimes it may be difficult for a person to become fully aware of themselves. Every person is different and we all move at our own pace. Some people may become really good at practicing yoga and make a good start on creating this link in …
Motivation is a powerful force in our lives. Sometimes it is easy to get motivated. When that happens you’re mind is excited and its easy to be engaged in the things you need to do and you feel incredibly focused and engaged in life. And at other times, when motivation is low, it’s really difficult …
The yoga ball, or Pilates ball, or just the exercise ball is one of the most fun and loved pieces of exercise equipment. The numerous names imply that you can use it for all kinds of workouts, and it’s especially beneficial for beginners and people with joint problems. Yoga balls are also used frequently in …
If you’re trying to lose weight, you know how much of a challenge it can be. Trust me, I’ve been there. I’m not one of those people who can eat whatever I want and stay trim – I have to watch what I eat otherwise I can easily start gaining weight. One of the best …
There are so many books about self care on the market that it can be hard to find the right one for you. Here are are a few reviews of my favorite self care books. Self Care for Moms by Sara Robinson If there is one group of women that needs a little extra self …
If you are struggling to stick with a weight loss program, you are definitely not alone. Millions of people worldwide start and fail diet programs every day. There are some key reasons why some people succeed and others fail. Why is it so hard to stick with a new diet? Is it all just “willpower”? …
I’m sure you’ve heard a million things that you should be doing to lose weight. But what happens when you’re watching what you eat, working out regularly, and you still can’t seem to lose weight? It may be because you’re not focusing on weight loss “dont’s.” Yep, there are actually a number of sneaky things …
Belly fat is one of the most stubborn types of fat for women lose. When people think about ways to burn excess belly fat, the first things that usually spring to mind are hundreds of abdominal crunches and intensive cardio sessions. While it’s true that an intense workout like what you’d get from a 15-minute …
One of the hardest issues people struggling with when trying to lose weight is finding healthy snacks. And if you are like most of us, this becomes an issue in the evening in that window that is after dinner and before you go to bed. If you choose healthy, whole-food options with a lot of …
Natural deodorants contain products that help to eliminate odors without the toxic chemicals found in regular deodorants. And while a little sweat never hurt anyone, the ingredients found in regular deodorants definitely can. Here are some of the common toxic ingredients found in regular deodorants and their potential side effects: Aluminum – Cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, …
Herbs play an important role in Ayurvedic medicine, and there are literally thousands of different herbs that Ayurvedic practitioners utilize in their practice. Unfortunately, many of these herbs can be difficult to find outside of India. However, you might be surprised to learn that a lot of the herbs and spices you probably already have in …
One of the top things that a lot of people love about the ketogenic diet is that unlike many other eating plans, keto desserts aren’t off limits! Many people notice that their craving for sweets actually decreases while they’re on the keto diet, which is great. But there are always going to be times when …
Have you ever wanted to make your own organic deodorant and ditch your dependency on store bought products that contain potentially harmful and unnatural products? Today I’m sharing my simple DIY Natural Deodorant (without baking soda) which smells great and is also amazingly effective! You can make a large batch in less than 15 minutes …
Unlike other fad diets, the Ketogenic (keto) diet has been around for a significant amount of time. It is a diet in which the carbohydrates intake is replaced by fat. Thus, a low-carb-high-fat consumption. We know that carbs are essential for energizing the body to help you get through the day. In keto, the minimization …
When I first heard the term “fat bomb” I honestly thought it sounded disgusting. Even though I know the importance of eating fat I imagined biting into this greasy little deep fried ball of fat that exploded in my mouth and left me gagging. Of course, as it turns out, I was 100% wrong. Fat …
Thanksgiving isn’t far away and while it’s OK to have a little splurge every now and then, if you want to stick to a keto diet during Thanksgiving, it’s actually not too difficult. There are plenty of keto Thanksgiving recipes that taste delicious and will allow you to maintain ketosis without having to forgo Thanksgiving …
Today I’m reviewing Yoga for the Inflexible Male: A How-To Guide. This is a great new book that is great for the man in your life. Or if you’re a man reading this (and we have many male readers!), be sure to check this book out. And if you want to learn more about yoga …
Stair climber machine, step mill, stair master, stair machine… whatever you call this machine, I’m sure you’ve seen it before. The stair climber machine is a pretty common fixture in most gyms. It’s also one of the most overlooked machines – most people seem to favor the treadmill or elliptical over the old, faithful stairs. …
After turning 30, I noticed that my skin started to change dramatically. Fine lines and wrinkles started to appear and I noticed a loss of elasticity – the joys of getting older. Pregnancy hormones weren’t kind to me, either. My skin was dry and wrinkles started appearing under my eyes. I had red blotches on …
For every hardcore keto fan, there comes a time when you find yourself googling “keto cocktail recipes.” Whether you’re hosting a fancy evening soiree or you’ve just had a shitty week and you want to knock a few back (but still maintain ketosis,) keto cocktails have to exist… don’t they??? Before we get to the …
When it comes to establishing a healthy exercise routine, one of the key factors that’ll help you achieve success is to choose something that you enjoy. There’s no point in buying an expensive gym membership if you hate the gym, because after a week, you won’t go. For all of the gym-haters, this article is …
Today we’re going to talk about a topic that is seldom discussed, but critically important to have a successful day – the secrets to creating a “don’t do” list! If you’re anything like me or most of my friends, you have a to-do list that is filled with a LOT of tasks that are urgent …
One of the key components of the keto diet is an extremely limited carb intake. When a large portion of your diet is carbohydrates, your body burns glucose for energy which inhibits fat loss. Conversely, when you greatly reduce your carbohydrate intake, your body burns fat for fuel and your liver creates ketones, which are …
Ahh, postpartum bladder leakage (also known as urinary incontinence.) It’s something that no new mom wants to think about or deal with, but unfortunately it’s something that 60% of postpartum women suffer from. Even if your pregnancy and delivery was “uneventful” (all pregnancy’s and deliveries are obviously eventful, but I’m talking no tearing, etc.,) there’s still …