TRISTAN’S EXHALE TRANSFORMATION STORY
When Tristan came to exhale for the first time with a friend, she was ready to make a change. One year later, she opens up about her exhale journey, how she got healthy, and the changes she made for the better – in the studio and out.
Since I can remember, I’ve always struggled with self-worth and balance within my mind and body. As I got older, I noticed more and more the effect it had on my job, relationships, and overall mindset. I was unmotivated, depressed, and disappointed. One day I woke up and decided that I was tired of feeling that way, and that I needed to make a change to take back my life. My best friend was a member at exhale and had been recommending their classes to me, so I thought, “Why not? I’ll give it a shot.”
WHAT TO EXPECT: HIIT 30
By: Bergen Wheeler, HIIT 30 creator + exhale’s National Director of Core Fusion Talent Development
Only have 30 minutes? Great! I promise you that in half the amount of time this class will pack all the punch of your 60-minute class. Here’s what to expect from our newest class, HIIT 30:
EXHALE’S ULTIMATE GUIDE + PRINTABLE TEMPLATE FOR YOUR 2019 GOALS
The new year is fast approaching — yet most of us don’t start thinking about 2019 goals until after Christmas dinner. Our advice? Start now. Sit down and prepare a list of important lifestyle changes you want to make in 2019. Then make a plan to achieve them. Here are the tips and tools we’re using, so you can do the same.
Reflect and grow. Before you can set goals for a new year, a little journaling and reflection on the current year goes a long way. Set aside time to reflect on the areas of your life — from relationships, to health, to career, to finances — and notice areas you’re proud of and areas you’d like to work on.
5 WAYS TO KICK STRESS TO THE CURB
Life is inevitable, but stress is not. The way that we react to difficult situations becomes the moment where we can choose whether or not to allow stress to surface. To help you strengthen your resistance to stressful thoughts and feelings, we’ve developed a defense plan that works like a charm.
Move it Whether you’re sweating it out or stretching it out, physical movement is a great way to channel whatever energy you’d normally put towards stress, into something productive and healthy. Release your tension and try some Power Yoga for a dynamic and positive sweat session or Chill Yoga to wind down and mentally disconnect. Stressed for time? HIIT 30 is a half hour of non-stop movement that will leave you feeling exhilarated.
MYOLIFT FACIAL – REDEFINING THE FUTURE OF FACIAL THERAPIES!
Microcurrent technology has been around for centuries, but it’s not until recently that it has made its way into the hands of lead estheticians as a way to not only reduce wrinkles and improve tone and texture, but to also educate facial muscles to lift saggy skin. Exhale’s Lift Facial utilizes this technology and is the perfect choice to achieve an immediate youthful glow before a big event or as a series to whip your skin into the best shape of its life! In the last few years, more and more celebrities from Jennifer Lopez to Kim Kardashian have been seen using microcurrent machines or are known to get electric facial for their red carpet treatments. But did you know that microcurrent came from less glamorous beginnings?
PLANT POWERED PERFORMANCE
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 from vegetables, fruits and legumes reduces inflammation,
EXHALE-APPROVED CHIA PUDDING
n a breakfast rut? We got you. Get up and out with a wellness retreat in a jar—these protein-packed, antioxidant-rich, and delicious chia puddings you can meal-prep in advance. Ingredients * 6 Tablespoons chia seeds * 2 cups nondairy milk — we use unsweetened coconut, almond or cashew milk * 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract * 1 Tablespoon maple syrup, honey or sweetener of choice (optional) Topping Ideas * Blueberries * Sliced Almonds * Granola * Strawberries * Bananas * Honey * Cinnamon + Apples * Pomegranate Seeds * Frozen Mixed Berries (a summer staple!) * Edible Flowers
DOWNLOADABLE WELLBEING TRACKER
Wellbeing encompasses a diverse workout routine, an emphasis on recovery, and living a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Live your best life with the Exhale prescription. Enjoy this downloadable, printable, and screenshot-worthy tracker to help you stay on track with your wellbeing goals. Download the printable tracker here. Download the Insta Stories size here.
CALL IT FALLING IN LOVE
I’m the first to admit that, in many ways, I was in pretty bad shape.
And I mean more than the 35 pounds I’d gained.
Despite the assurances of my A-list book agent, my latest book proposal hadn’t sold (I’d had 8 previously published), and a relationship with a business partner went deeply south.
More than that, over 18 months I waded through a sea of loss and death, all involving those closest to me in one way or another:
-My next door neighbor (who had become an unexpected mother-figure) -My best friend from Yale’s partner (I got the call in the middle of the night -My post-college best friend’s soulmate -My best friend of the last few years’ fiancée (I was there when they met and -I ended up co-planning the funeral) and finally … -My own father, all passed away.
Q+A WITH ANNBETH ESCHBACH, INSPIRED BY WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH
In honor of National Women’s History Month, we are passing the mic over to Exhale’s powerhouse CEO/founder. Annbeth Eschbach is an industry pioneer, a bona fide leader and an inspiring example of where hard work and passion can take you.How do you feel Exhale inspires women? I hope Exhale inspires guests to make wellbeing a central part of everyday life. Who inspires you? I am inspired every day by the leaders, teachers, technicians, and associates at Exhale. We get to hear an “enlightened friend” anecdote every month on our monthly leadership call. The stories of associates that have gone above and beyond to inspire our guests and one another — are one of the most rewarding moments in my work life.
