December's challenge is all about handling stressors, and we're going to focus on simple breathing techniques for the first two weeks and throw in some meditation that will take you to the end of 2022. Breathwork is a very simple yet very powerful tool to stop or reverse physical manifestations of stress in addition to …
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The December Challenge is Here!
I recognize that December is a big month for many of us. Lots of to-do's, lots of places to go, people to see and I think it's the PERFECT time to do something that supports your wellness. Because listen, we're heading into a season that creates tension, stress, and expectations that are sky high and …
Cop a Squat and Quiet Your Mind
I've shared my thoughts on meditation before but you guys, you have to try it! Even just 5 minutes is beneficial. It's enough time to slow down, focus and quiet that ever-present "monkey brain" that we all have. (And yes, let's just acknowledge that you are really busy, you have things to do, you don't …
Neuro…What?
Neuroplasticity (the ability of the human brain to physically re-arrange itself in response to outside stimulus) is one of the key benefits of mindful meditation. By redirecting our thoughts in response to situations we use/create different pathways in our brain. The more we use these new pathways, the stronger they become and the more we …
Centered
I'm a little WooWoo, I'll admit it. I like meditation. I can stand in line at Starbucks waiting for my coffee (not tea, so maybe I'm only a smidge Woo Woo) and just stand there, not looking at my phone as I observe things around me. When I do yoga I totally get that "supported …
Cop a Squat
Have a seat. Breathe. Set a timer if you need to. Be still. Now go run! Keli 🙂
Sleep for a Healthy Body
Sleep is a good thing. Lack of sleep, is not. One of the most common reasons I'm given by people who miss boot-camp on any given day is that they have been having sleep difficulty. Sure, I know that they could be feeding me a line, but hey, I'm an optimist 🙂 I …
Meditation Life Hack
According to Wikipedia, Meditation is a practice where an individual trains the mind or induces a mode of consciousness, either to realize some benefit or for the mind to simply acknowledge its content without becoming identified with that content, or as an end in itself. Health and wellness experts tout the benefits of practicing meditation to …
Running Commentary
When I run with friends I like to chat. Well, to be totally truthful, I like to ask questions. Short questions. They talk, I'm entertained and don't get out of breath. (I know I'll get a few choice emails from my running pals on this one). The days that I run alone I will run …
Goal Setting 101
Ok, it's March, how is the "new you" coming along? Are you running, spinning, meditating, eating more leafy greens, playing with your kids more or working less like you promised on January 1st? If not, maybe your goal needs a fine tuning. Broad, sweeping goals are fine and dandy but in order to reach those …
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