How to Engage Your Core
If you’ve ever worked out with a personal trainer or in a group fitness class, you’ve likely heard your trainer or instructor say something along the lines of: Other cues that trainers use include “pull your belly button toward your spine” and “flex your abs”. Though there’s clearly a great assortment of ways to say […]
The 5 biggest obstacles to losing weight
Losing weight is not only about eating less and exercising more. Those are less common reasons people give as to why they can’t lose weight. 1: “I don’t know what to do” What’s a healthy diet and what’s an unhealthy diet is an ongoing and sometimes furious discussion, so anyone can be excused for not […]
Functional Fermented Foods
DON’T ALL FOODS SERVE A PURPOSE? To refuel our bodies and provide essential macro and micro nutrients!Well, not all foods are “made” equal, hot dog anyone! Fermented foods provide our bodies with nourishing nutrients, 100’s of beneficial probiotic bacteria to support digestive functions, bowel movements and immune health just to state a few.The most common […]
Why Doing Too Much Can Keep You Fat
Have you ever wondered why you still can’t get rid of your gut even though your constantly active and exercise all the time? Well, if you’re one of those people that exercise regularly and eat really well but can’t seem to get rid of your stubborn belly fat…it may be that you’re simply doing too […]
Understanding Muscle Soreness – How Much is Too Much?
So you’ve decided to focus on getting a little healthier and you start an exercise program. Your first workout goes great, and you’re really proud of yourself. That is, until the next morning when you’re so sore you can barely get out of bed. You ask yourself, “What happened? Did I do something wrong? Did […]
Aviva Method
When, how and in what cases does the Aviva Method help WOMEN? Do the 18 exercises of the Simple Method (30 minutes) twice a week or once in every two days. In lack of time, do the exercises of the Short Method instead (15 minutes). These exercises stimulate circulation in the reproductive glands and organs thus providing them […]
What Is Diastasis Recti & How Is It Treated?
What is diastasis recti? Diastasis recti is the partial or complete separation of the rectus abdominis, or “six-pack” muscles, which meet at the midline of your stomach. Diastasis recti is very common during and following pregnancy. This is because the uterus stretches the muscles in the abdomen to accommodate your growing baby. One study found that […]
Transverse Abdominal Exercises: Ignite & Tone
You might not think about it regularly, but your core and abdominal muscles enable you to perform most everyday movements. A motion as simple as turning your torso to one side, sitting down, picking things up, or pouring a cup of coffee engage your transverse abdominal muscles in a subtle way. Your core also plays […]
7 Science-Based Benefits Of Mct Oil
MCT oil is a supplement that has become popular among athletes and body builders. The popularity of coconut oil, high in MCTs, has contributed to its use. As the name suggests, medium-chain triglyceride (MCT) oil contains medium-length chains of fats called triglycerides. Due to their shorter length, MCTs are more easily digested than longer-chain fatty acids found […]
