Fitness & Wellness Blog

Our homes are our personal spaces that accommodate all things essential to living our best lives. Home is where we rest and nourish, where we express ourselves, where we feel safe and comforted, and where we harness all things that bring us wellbeing. During this time that we are staying home, let’s focus on embracing and utilizing our space for the purpose of preserving the best versions of ourselves. How do we do this? We’re sharing our go-to steps for setting up a designated wellbeing space right in your home. This space will be a place for fitness, balance, happiness, recovery, and all things that fuel our wellbeing. Find a

4 ways that going big on greens, grains and beans really impacts your overall wellbeing. Plant-power is taking center stage these days and rightly so! Here’s why:   Reduced inflammation Inflammation at its core is a good thing. It is the body’s way of calling the cavalry (aka white blood cells) to come to the rescue, repairing tissue, fighting viruses and bacteria. However, when we eat foods like sugar and refined grains, that provoke an adverse reaction, we are keeping our white blood cells on amber alert which over time causes pain, fatigue and is the pre-cursor to chronic disease. A plant-based diet, heavy in whole grains and loaded with anti-oxidant properties

Everyone wants to feel refreshed and fab on a daily basis. A good night sleep (at least 8 hours) recharges and refuels you so you wake up with a strong body, sharp mind and slay-the-day attitude. Read below for 5 benefits of getting a good night’s sleep, and our 5 tips to help you get there!         5 BENEFITS OF BETTER SLEEP   You’ll keep the pounds off Hitting the hay early keeps you from hitting the fridge late for an unnecessary midnight snack. You’ll be sharper at work Extra sleep improves memory and will help you stay sharp as a tack so you can spend more time being a rock star and

Why Sleep is Important for Reaching Your Goals   You’re working hard towards your fitness goals. You have a vision in sight, and the motivation to get there. You’ve tuned up your diet, built time into your day for exercise, and you’ve made the switch from soda to water. Great! But did you build rest into your routine?   A rest day is the one day of the week when you deliberately don’t work out or push yourself hard. Both awake and asleep, rest is important to your fitness goals because it allows your muscles and cardiovascular system to recover and rebuild. Working hard every day to reach your goals

Barbecue season is almost here and we’re getting extra excited for the start of white jeans, burgers, bikinis....and booze! A zesty cocktail can transform your bbq from a cookout to a shindig. Since we like to keep things light (but not too light), we’re sharing our go-to summer cocktail that is both deliciously refreshing and just light enough to leave you sipping, guilt-free.     Ingredients • 5 cups cubed, seeded watermelon • 1 large cucumber, peeled and sliced into chunks. • 1/4 cup lime juice (from 2 limes) • 2/3 cups vodka or a light rum • A dash of stevia, or honey to taste (if it’s not quite sweet enough for you) • Ice, cucumber slices, watermelon wedges and lime wedges for garnish.

Working together as a family to take on healthier habits is a great way to set everyone on the right track towards an active and lively lifestyle! Not only is it fun and easy to take on healthy habits as a team, but it creates a sense of purposeful teamwork that brings everyone together. Here are some ways you can be that driving force for your squad!   Set a good example Lead by example and make it all about the positivity! Whether you’re speaking about your body, food or health in general, make a conscious effort to keep the comments constructive and positive. No negativity necessary!     Limit screen time We all

There’s nothing quite like an iced cold tropical smoothie on a hot day to have you feeling nourished and refreshed. With just 3 ingredients, you’ll be sipping and savoring this creamy mango smoothie all summer long. All the rich and creamy flavor without any hassle or guilt! That’s right…just 3 ingredients. Here it is!   Ingredients: 1 banana cut in half 3/4 cup Almond milk 1 1/2 cups frozen mango chunks   Instructions: Place all of the ingredients into a blender: frozen mango, banana, almond milk. Blend until smooth and enjoy it right away!   Whether you’re blending your smoothie for a quick breakfast to bring with you out the door, sipping as a post workout snack, or

The latest trend in the smoothie saga presents itself in the euphoric form of an acai bowl. This creamy, power-packed meal is loaded with anti-oxidants, fiber and calcium and is as satisfying (if not, more) than a bowl of ice cream. Simple ingredients and a quick prep time makes this dish the perfect power-up breakfast, or restorative post workout snack. Grab your blenders and prepare to make room in your daily life for this irresistible bowl of happiness.   Mix the following ingredients together in a blender or food processor. Blend until you’ve reached your desired texture.       1 package frozen acai berry packet, 100 grams 2 tablespoons peanut butter 1/2 cup almond milk 1

The thirst is real. The weather is hot, we’re kicking butt in class, and we’ve got to stay hydrated! When it comes to replenishing your thirst, before you grab the nearest refreshment in sight, take a moment to make a healthy decision about what you’re going to hydrate with. Some liquids can be a source of excellent vitamins and nutrients, while others can be packed with sugar and disguised with unnecessary calories. While we believe in the balance of all things scrumptious, we also believe that when it comes to hydrating, it’s important to make the right decision. Let’s walk through the do’s and the don’ts of healthy hydration!    

Your desk job – aka the ultimate struggle in terms of staying active. However, we’ve got the perfect recipe for making the most of your desk job and utilizing your time in a healthy and productive way. These small changes will make a big difference in your concentration, energy and your day-to-day mood. Take charge of your desk space and try these sustainable strategies that will make your work lifestyle much healthier and happier.   Schedule fitness sessions Sneak out on your lunch break for an hour of active rejuvenation! You’ll feel stronger, enlivened and ready to take on whatever the afternoon brings you. Stand up! Invest in a standing desk and switch