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Having a daily yoga or pilates practice can provide numerous health and wellness benefits for your mind and body. Whether it’s reducing stress, helping with insomnia, or slowing down the aging process, mindful movement can help with it all.... [...]

This smoothie has a great balance of carbs, protein, and fat to help fuel up pre or post workout!... [...]

Having a balanced healthy meal will help refuel your body and mind after a workout. Whether you’ve done a pilates class, yoga or a cardio workout, your body requires proper nutrition in order to help rebuild muscle tissue and to help repair your body. Water is the first thing most people consume after exercise but it is equally important to remember that pre and post-exercise meals should not be skipped. Our bodies need a combination of protein and carbs 1 to 4 hours pre-workout and within 60 minutes after you workout in order to fuel and repair muscles. They should be chosen with proper consideration of easy absorption of nutrients and foods easily digested for your body and overall wellness. Proper nutrition is as important to meeting your fitness goals as is exercise. ... [...]

The foam roller is a tool used for self-myofascial release. It’s a therapeutic tool that helps relieve muscular pain, tightness and immobility by improving circulation, relaxes knotted or contracted muscles, stimulates lymphatic drainage and lengthens muscles. ... [...]

Do you find yourself struggling to find the daily motivation to workout? Do you often eat meals and regret afterwards that you didn’t choose a healthier option? Do you feel a need to make changes in your lifestyle but just can’t find the energy to begin? ... [...]

How we start our morning sets the tone for the rest of the day. By creating a mindful and balanced morning routine you're more likely to find success in the day that lies ahead. Living life to its fullest potential requires energy and planning. Our mornings are the platform from which we launch into the rest of the day. ... [...]

The simple act of giving thanks or being thankful for what you have can transform your life! Multiple scientific studies link gratitude to improved psychological health and overall well being. Imagine sleeping better, being happier and experiencing less aches and pains all from simply being thankful. ... [...]

The benefits of yoga and stretching are undeniable. Whether your man or women, young or old, athletic or not, stretching can do wonders to help alleviate muscle tightness and pain while keeping our joint mobility and our bodies flexible. I know we don't always have time for a full yoga practice so here are a few of my absolute favorite yoga stretches that will leave you feeling lighter, longer, and more relaxed.... [...]