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Meet Fiorella. Losing weight is great, but losing body fat is better. Fiorella lost 29 pounds, 10% body fat, and 18 inches. She is confident, strong, happy and her smile is contagious. Fiorella followed me for 4 years before joining us. It started with Online Fitness classes, some personal training to set goals and perfect technique and private group fitness sessions. Fiorella will inspire you to finally make the investment in yourself. This story is beyond inspiring. 29 kg loss and 10% body fat loss. What programs have you been successful in? The programs I have been successful in are;…
When it comes to makeup, sometimes less is more. And that’s where monochrome makeup comes in! Monochrome makeup is all about using a single color palette to create a cohesive and harmonious look. It’s like painting a masterpiece, but instead of using many colors, you stick to just one. It’s simple, elegant and effortlessly chic. Table of Contents What is Monochrome Makeup? Monochrome makeup is the art of using a single color on different areas of your face, creating a harmonious and balanced look. It’s about making a statement with simplicity, letting the chosen color take center stage. 4 solid…
By Emen8, updated 3 months ago at Health / Sexual health Monkeypox was a hot topic last summer, but it’s not gone yet. New cases continue to occur overseas and in Australia. Two doses of vaccine at least 28 days apart protect you and others from monkeypox. If you’ve seen what having the virus can be like, there’s a strong case to be made for avoiding it. See how you can. No one wants to imagine the worst that happens on vacation. But that’s what we get insurance for. Thanks to a vaccine, thousands of men across Australia already have…
If you are currently pregnant, these five stretches to prepare for childbirth are necessary. Not only will they help open and stretch your hips, inner thighs and pelvic floor, but they’ll help you feel good and ease aches, no matter what stage of pregnancy you are. That being said, if you suffer from pelvic girdle pain, you may benefit best from my 5 friendly exercises for pelvic girdle pain. Designed for women in their third trimester These five moves, listed here for you, are also in mine 5 Stretches prepare for the birthing exercise The sequence to follow with me.…
If you already tend to have anxiety about food — maybe you have a history of dieting or eating disorders, or you’re just dealing with emotional or stressful eating habits — the holiday food environment can make you especially anxious. Overindulgence, whether real or perceived, can lead to guilt, regret, and possibly a vicious cycle of restriction and binge eating. Complicating matters is the fact that in many parts of the country the holidays are accompanied by shorter daylight hours and the kind of weather that contributes to bad moods and creates barriers to physical activity. Here’s some food for…
Welcome to the “Take Your Life Back” newsletter! As a busy professional, it can be difficult to prioritize your health and fitness goals amid a busy work schedule and other responsibilities. However, maintaining a healthy lifestyle is vital to your overall well-being and success in all areas of your life.This newsletter aims to provide you with practical tips, strategies and inspiration to help you get and stay in shape, even with a busy schedule. We’ll cover a range of topics including healthy eating, exercise routines, stress management and more.As your guide, I will share my personal experiences and knowledge as…
Following an 18-month meditation program can improve well-being in older adults, according to a new randomized controlled trial by an international team led by UCL. The findings, published in PLOS ONEshow that meditation can improve people’s awareness, connection with others, and insight. While meditation training did not provide significant benefits on two commonly used measures of psychological well-being and quality of life, the researchers say their findings may reveal limitations in existing methods of monitoring well-being. As the world’s population ages, it is increasingly important to understand how we can support older adults in maintaining and deepening their psychological…
Today’s guest post is from Michael Vallejo, licensed clinical social worker and founder of Children’s Mental Health Center. When we watch TV, scroll through social media, or see other people’s accomplishments in life, we can develop unrealistic standards of beauty, intelligence, and success. This can create a habit of constantly comparing ourselves to others, which can lead to harsh self-criticism. Harsh self-criticism can have a negative impact on our mental and emotional health. A healthier way to deal with your imperfections is to acknowledge them without judgment and respond with compassion to yourself. What is self-compassion? (And its meaning) Self-compassion…
Natural Oils for Skin Care The best essential oils for your skin How to use essential oils on your face The benefits of natural oil on the skin Frequent questions Healthy and glowing skin is on everyone’s wish list. But what you do to nurture it matters. Have you ever tried natural oils on your skin and felt the difference? Natural oils can do a lot for your skin if used correctly. Discover the best natural oils for healthy skin, natural oils for skin care, the best essential oils for your skin, how to use essential oils on your face…
Labor and delivery can involve a lot more decisions than you expect. Or not. It all depends on what happens from one contraction to the next. While birth plans aren’t set in stone—and safety is always the priority—a birth plan can certainly help you and your doctor create a unified vision of the type of labor and delivery you want. Things to consider when creating the perfect birth plan The following topics will help you write a birth plan that resonates with you and your partner and that you can share with your doctor or midwives. Make multiple copies so…