Balance Tip: Notice Nature

Today’s ‘balance’ tip is all about noticing nature. It’s easy to get wrapped up in the hustle and bustle of life, but if you are in a bit of a funk or feeling stressed out to the max, take notice of the nature that surrounds you. You are bound to lower your blood pressure, calm [...]

3 Reasons to Incorporate Yoga Into Your Fitness Routine…And Your Life!

As a yoga teacher and director, I commonly encounter busy women who are looking for wellness and balance in their life, but don’t want to add yet another line on their to-do lists. They’ve heard from friends that yoga is amazing, but aren’t sure if yoga’s benefits are worth switching out a spin class or [...]

Quick Healthy Breakfast: Mixed Berry Quinoa

It is well established that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It gets your metabolism rocking, gives you energy to work, play, exercise and live! Beware though – studies have shown that BIG breakfasts can actually lead to weight gain. So, to help you navigate through all the helpful but seemingly conflicting [...]

5 Veggies to Stock Up On For Spring!

Ahh… finally the thaw of Spring is here. We are more than ready to feel the sun shining, to smell green grass growing and to taste the delicious locally grown produce that spring has to offer. Here are 5 phenomenal fruits and vegetables coming this spring to a market near you. Artichokes: The fiber rich [...]

The Power (& Beauty) Of Omega 3

Change the way you eat, change the way you feel, change the way you look! and quit whining about how sluggish, bloated and fat you are. If you’re not making any changes, you can’t complain! Omega 3s are essential to a sexy you, they help aid in both physical and mental health and can be [...]

Fitness As A Relationship Booster: Be Better In Bed & Closer As A Couple.

Need some motivation to get to the gym, start a new fitness plan and inspiration to STICK with it? I have it right here for you! Exercise, eating healthy and being fit can help BOOST your relationship with your partner / spouse and help you look, feel and perform better in bed! Here’s how! First, [...]

4 Reasons To Wake Up To Grapefruit!

If you’ve ever wondered why some looneytunes people go on a thing called “The Grapefruit Diet”, well it’s simply because they are loca… No, really you should never just opt out for a sole grapefruit diet, that’s called insanity. But you should learn a few mean things about this killer, nutrient-loaded fruit… because it will [...]

Is Your Workout Really Burning Fat? What You’re Probably Missing.

As a personal trainer who works mostly with females the #1 concern of all time (and I’m sure every trainer would agree) is: “If I lift weights will I bulk up?!” The answer: In the short term, it’s possible, in the long term if you stick with it, NO. The explanation: Lifting weights will build [...]

Get Your Veggies: The Benefits of Going Fresh & Local (And A Great Green Smoothie Recipe)

Spring & Summer are times of change and new aliveness. Our bodies naturally get ready for warmer weather and more outdoor activities. The renewing capacity in our bodies also means that they are ready to let go of old wastes, toxins and restored fat. Support the process by giving your body the best and cleanest [...]

10 Tips from Pure Yoga to Jump-start Your Yoga Resolution

So, now that we’re a couple weeks into 2011, how are you doing on keeping to your fitness resolutions? Karen Nourizadeh leads a Yoga for Beginners Workshop Series at Pure Yoga and offers tips and advice for initiating and maintaining a yoga practice in 2011. “A common misconception about yoga is that it involves complex [...]

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