If you’re hitting the treadmill every day and are not seeing the numbers you want on the scale, then you are not alone! Plenty of people exercise regularly and yet they still cannot seem to shed the pounds. True, there could be a genetic reason that makes it harder for a person to shed fat, but these genetic conditions are rare and it is far more likely that it is an issue with your diet or exercise, most of which can be resolved with a few simple tweaks to your regular routine. Let's explore the most common reasons that might be preventing you from losing weight even though you’re exercising regularly.
Walking is one of the most accessible, economical, healthy, joint friendly and simple exercises to perform. We can improve our cardiovascular fitness, strength, endurance and get our daily dose of vitamin D in one short walk.
Giving yourself permission to take care of your own needs is a really hard thing for a lot of mom’s to do. This difficulty actually comes from a really beautiful place, our children mean everything to us and we want what is best for them. The problem is that we have the misguided belief that if we give them all of us then we are being “good’ moms. This is just not true. We are good to others when we are good to ourselves! Our families need to see us in actions of self care. The result will not only be a happier and healthy you, it teach your children what worthiness, self esteem and inner love looks like.
Whether you’re a 30 year old entering the years of decreased testosterone; a female entering early stages of menopause and concerned about osteoporosis; or a 60 year old starting your retirement – burning fat and holding onto muscle mass is a sure way to live a long and strong life. Here are 5 diet and exercise tips I’d strongly recommend you integrate into your life to unleash the fountain of youth to look and feel your best, regardless of what life stage you’re at.
With the rise in popularity of Yoga, its no surprise that there are more variations, modifications and styles to meet everyone’s preferences. Wether its Hatha, Kundalini or Yin Yoga, a regular practice of yoga not only has physical benefits, it also has a profound effect on mental and emotional health. Truthfully, the overall health benefits of a regular yoga practice would be enough information to fill a book, but let's talk about 3 ways that it can improve your mental health.
Canadians are encouraged to aim for 150 minutes of exercise each week. That’s 30 minutes, 5 days a week. I know that many find this number difficult to achieve and struggle with finding time to exercise. I see many of my clients incorporating walking, running, hiking and other cardiovascular activities into their day. This is excellent! One important element to also consider is strength training.
Every Spring, like clockwork, we are inundated with the words “cleanse” or “detox” in magazines, nutrition websites and on the news. Luckily there are simple ways you can help your body detoxify, and you don't need to buy expensive powders or pills. In fact, you can support your body’s natural ability to cleanse through foods!
As women, we naturally synthesize our necessary female sex hormones on a monthly basis. Estrogen and progesterone (along with some other supportive players) regulate the ebb and flow of our monthly cycles. But what is enough versus too much? Let’s explore!
As we wrap up April we bring you our Wellness Ambassador, Rudie Jay's April product reviews!
Every month, Rudie tries out a handful of products from Kardish and gives her honest review on her podcast, Pursuit of Yoginess PLUS every month we run a giveaway with her for listeners to have a chance to win the products mentioned throughout the month.
The New Year is right around the corning which means a fresh start and a new beginning? In our Resolution Solution Guide, we help you learn how to get started on your healthiest life yet with great tools from our Wellness Ambassadors.
