HOW TO PREVENT SUN DAMAGE
ps is crucial when it comes to sun damage. It’s far easier to protect your health through prevention rather than repair after the fact. The good news is, taking preventative measures doesn’t have to be difficult. Here are a few simple precautions you can take: Use SPF Correctly At this point, the importance of applying sunscreen is a well-known fact. We know it protects our skin, but do we know how to use it correctly? In order to reap all of the benefits that sunscreen provides, you must use it the right way.
BEAT THE POST-SUMMER BLUES
Summer is on its way out. This means that it’s almost time to let go of flip flops, Summer Fridays, and the constant need to drink spiked seltzer on the beach while blasting Lizzo. At this time of year, that familiar bitter feeling starts to creep into our hearts as we prepare to say goodbye […]
HOW TO FALL IN LOVE WITH YOUR WELLBEING ROUTINE
After the festive yet draining holiday months of constantly giving to others, it can be very easy to veer off our wellbeing track and lose touch with what is most important – yourself. That’s why, in honor of the season of love, we are putting a major focus on prioritizing yourself and upping your self-love! In order to have that consistent sense of self-love and wellbeing, you have to establish a healthy and loving relationship with your routine. From waking up to a refreshing skincare routine, to keeping track of your goals and thoughts in a journal, there are endless habits you can adapt that will make a big difference in embracing a routine that fills you with wellbeing and happiness. To move you in the right direction, we’re giving you some of our go-to tips that will help you to fall in love with your routine and all of the wellbeing that radiates along with it.
WORK FROM HOME
While most of us are continuing our day-to-day routines from home, it’s important to adapt healthy habits that can help us maintain our success both in our jobs and for our overall wellbeing. In order to take care of business…we have to take care of ourselves!
TIPS TO STAY ON TRACK THIS MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND
Memorial Day Weekend marks the unofficial start of summer! As many of us have started to up the sweat sessions and lighten up the grub, it can be tough to keep it consistent with the start of scrumptious summer shindigs.
POST WORKOUT SNACKS FOR HEALTHY RECOVERY
You work hard. You pushed yourself in class for a power-packed hour. Your muscles are sore, your legs are shaking, and your hunger is raring! After a challenging fitness class, you feel that extra sense of enlivening accomplishment paired with an instinctual hunger to recover. This is a very crucial moment in your fitness journey. In order to maximize the results that you’ve worked so hard for in class, it is important to choose the right food to eat afterwards. Feed that well-earned hunger with foods that will repair your muscles and that will keep your metabolism running at a healthy pace! Our key rules of thumb when it comes to smart post-workout snack choices are water, protein and low amounts of sugar. These fundamental elements are the building blocks of restoring your energy, maintaining
THE BROW QUEENS OF EXHALE
The process of shaping your brows is no longer simply about plucking and waxing with a stencil to fit a one-size-fits-all mold. According to our Exhale Spa brow specialists, brow shaping is an art aimed to frame your face and enhance your natural shape. Our top waxers are committed to providing a high quality, and personalized shaping regimen that will keep your brows looking consistently shapely and fabulous. We’re thrilled to share a little bit more about our top brow Queens here at Exhale in New York City.
EXHALE’S FLOATING MEDITATION WITH RESTORATIVE POSES…EQUALS TOTAL TRANSFORMATION
Everything you want to know about Exhale’s Floating Meditation, straight from the creator, Elisabeth Halfpapp. Plus, a special Meditation Month offer at the bottom of this post! A weightless surrendering to yourself as you tune out and float effortlessly in a 30-minute guided meditation with your body being held and supported in a silk hammock. The first time I experienced this relaxing, calming effect was at Miraval Arizona (an Exhale’s sister resort) as just the meditative component without the restorative poses. When I developed a similar class for Exhale, I thought the addition of restorative stretches after a breathing meditation in stillness would help the physical body surrender deeper with more relaxed muscles and mind. When the mind is relaxed the body tends to follow, resulting in a deeper stretch. Also with some guided restorative stretches/poses, the transition back to the “real world” was a little easier. Some of the restorative poses inside and out of the silk, while incorporating the silks are: • Savasana • Hip/hamstring stretches • Child’s pose and extended child’s pose variations • Forward folds • Down dog, up dog, and plank variations During the meditation section, gentle rocking is an option, which is enables you to “float” better. Throughout the entire session, breathing is an active focus which helps to detangle the mind. You may start to fall asleep, which is fine, however, we do encourage you stay awake and aware in order to experience the full benefits. You can always sit upright if you tend to fall asleep or feel uncomfortable being cocooned. There is soothing healing music played through your own personal head phones that enables you to also hear the teacher guide you through the meditation while zoning out external noises — a true calming of the senses. Inhale inspiration…Exhale transformation…..equals WELLBEING as we “float’ together! SOME FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: What should I wear? Comfortable workout attire is recommended. Socks are required. Jewelry that will snag the silks should be left at home. What if I’m sensitive to motion? Rocking is optional, but if you’re sensitive to motion we encourage you to opt out. What happens if I fall asleep? Due to the swaddling-like nature of this experience you may fall asleep. However, we encourage you to stay awake in order to experience the full benefits. Sitting in an upright position is an option. Who is this class for? Floating meditation is open to all level; no experience is necessary. Weight limit is 350lbs. So there you have it! No, you don’t need to be an aerial expert. No, you don’t have to be a meditation expect – you just need to give 30 minutes of your time to feel calm, recharged, and a better sense of overall wellbeing. And as a special for National Meditation Month, we’re offering our Chicago Guests FREE Floating Meditation Classes, May 13-19, 2019. Call 312.753.6500 to book your free class
SPRINGTIME MINDFUL MOMENT IN HONOR OF NATIONAL MEDITATION MONTH
If you are like most people, by the end of winter, you’re feeling a bit run down. To combat this sluggish feeling, keep in mind that change is right around the corner. All around you, nature is on the verge of transformation. Winter’s slow, dormant energy is transforming into springtime’s lively and energetic riot of life! By cultivating mindfulness around the changing of seasons we consciously and intentionally align with that energy. Here is how we can experience that in a simple and repeatable way.
THE ULTIMATE ROASTED HARVEST SALAD FOR FALL
The change of seasons can be a very exciting time in the kitchen! Now is the time to experiment with in-season produce and get creative with flavors and textures. Soups, sautés and salads are all great dish-types to incorporate fall produce into and are often quick and easy to whip up. One of the best ways to bring out those classically delicious fall flavors is by roasting. When you roast fruits or veggies, you enhance its natural flavors while producing a hearty and satisfying texture. To help kick off the new season, we’re sharing one of our favorite roasted vegetable salads that is packed with fall flavors and healthy ingredients. For a balanced meal, prepare alongside a pureed soup, or some fresh grilled chicken! Ingredients 2 medium pears sliced and cored 1 butternut squash cut into cubes ½ cup dried cranberries 1/3 cup pecans 1 tablespoon olive oil Teaspoon of Salt 5 cups of mixed greens 4 ounces of goat cheese Dressing of your choice!
