How Asking for Help Can Create Resilience
We are taught from a young age that we should learn to do things for ourselves. And this is a valuable lesson as we learn to become independent; it gives us the ability to help others and contribute to society. However, taken too far, this desire for independence can have an unintended effect. We may […]
Why Your Goals Could Be Doomed to Fail
Have you ever set out to achieve a desired goal, like taking care of yourself or getting ahead in business etc, and just couldn’t achieve them? Or maybe you succeeded for a little while and quickly reverted to where you started? Or worse yet, setbacks put you even further from your goals?
Lack of progress or backsliding can make us feel like a failure…
Breath, Prayer, and Unrelated Ancient Civilizations
Breath, Prayer, and Unrelated Ancient Civilizations
April 21, 2023
balance, breath, gratitude, health, mindset, spirituality
What do all these have in common?
The number 5.5 is the unusual key. The result being that prayer heals. Really, from a physiological perspective! I’m not alluding to the content of a prayer, although intent is a powerful driver of healing. Instead, it is the necessary timing of our breath that is the resultant during specific prayer practices to which I’m referring.
Curious?
Why Your Stretching Routine May Not be Right for You
Did you know that various types of stretches have different desired outcomes? Not knowing the differences may just hinder your goals. So, how do you know what your goals should be? Knowing the difference between flexibility and mobility can help you make an informed decision.
Did you know that mouth breathing is learned behaviour?
As newborns, we naturally breathe in and out through our noses, our tongue properly resting on the roof of our mouth, the outside air warming and moistening in our nasal passages, toxins and harmful irritants being filtered by the tiny cilia and nasal concha along the way before being propelled down toward the lungs. This is then repeated in reverse
What is the Foot Tripod?
Simply put the foot tripod refers to the 3 points of contact of the foot on the ground creating a stable base. Each of these should make equal contact with the ground for better balance, movement, and stability. They are the foundation of all movement!..
Does Pain Equal Injury?
When we have pain, does it always mean we have tissue damage?
The standard definition of pain suggests this is true, with a direct and predictable relationship between tissue damage and pain. In the case of a broken bone, a sprained ankle, this can be correct. However, this model fails to explain other instances of pain.
Hiring a certified personal trainer that’s right for you
Hint: we’re not just for athletes and movie stars!
Many people are surprised when they learn about the diverse roles personal trainers can play. I often get asked questions about what I do as a certified personal trainer
How Cultivating Gratitude Can Lead to Abundance
Loss, in any form, can deeply affect our emotional and physical well-being. It can make us feel stuck, unable to see a path forward. This feeling often stems from focusing solely on what’s missing. When we dwell on loss, we reinforce feelings of scarcity and fear, which can manifest physically as tension and stress.
However, life is inherently abundant…
The Body Hears What the Mind Says
Did you know that our perception of pain can be affected by our internal dialogue and how we perceive ourselves? Persistent pain, recovery and the ability to unleash our potential can be a product of our mindset. Whether we have a fixed mindset or a growth mindset can profoundly affect our lives.