Quick How to Guide for Walking Meditation Most people think that meditation means sitting quietly, but meditation can also be an active process! My favorite type of meditation is WALKING MEDITATION! Walking meditations help you slow down and really enjoy the beauty that constantly surrounds us! This is especially great because it helps you squeeze […]
Peanut butter Chocolate Banana Protein Pancakes
It’s important to fuel up with the right nutrition before and after a workout. Try this delicious peanut butter chocolate banana protein pancake recipe for a great way to start your day! Ingredients: 1 cup instant oats 1 ripe banana 3 eggs 4 teaspoons baking powder 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon cinnamon 2 tablespoons peanut […]
Optimize Your Post Workout Recovery
Working out is great, but it uses a lot of your energy. In order to have optimum post workout recovery, you should eat the following foods 15 – 30 minutes after your workout: WATER Banana Dark chocolate (70%+ cacao) Greek yogurt or cottage cheese Eggs Tuna or salmon Quinoa Sweet potatoes Lean protein
Dark Chocolate Can Help Build Muscle
Did you know that eating dark chocolate can help you build muscle? Dark chocolate has antioxidants called flavanols that help improve athletic performance and reduce the risk of stroke, cancer, diabetes. Studies have shown that flavanols: Enhances blood circulation and lowers blood pressure, which improve athletic performance and muscle endurance. Reduces the enzymes that break […]
The Power of Pilates
Believe it or not, Pilates was invented by a man, Joseph Pilates, as an exercise for men. It’s only been recent years that this exercise is dominated by women. The benefits of Pilates are incredible: improved posture, increased energy, muscle building and toning, increased flexibility, weight loss, improved mind-body connection, and strengthens many other muscle […]