9/27/2023 0 Comments Why Do I Want a Health Coach??The Benefits of Health & Wellness CoachingIn our fast-paced world, it's easy to lose sight of our well-being amidst the daily hustle and bustle. That's where health and wellness coaching comes in, like a guiding light leading you to your best self.
Selfcare is more than a hashtag, and health and wellness coaching is your secret weapon. It's your journey to becoming the most fulfilled, best version of yourself, and it starts with a single step: reaching out to a coach who will non-judgmentally walk beside you and cheer you on. So, what exactly is health and wellness coaching? It's a dynamic partnership that empowers you to take charge of your health and happiness. Think of it as having a supportive friend who's also an expert in holistic well-being. Your coach is there to help you set and achieve goals that help you align your daily life with what’s most important to you. To some people it's finding more time to spend with friends and family, to others it's finding time for themselves. Less stress, finding time to exercise, feeling more connected to your community, healthier eating habits or even strategies for a less hectic, less messy home are all goals that people have in their quest for "balance". It's personal; it's your journey. But it's not just about setting goals, it's about helping you attain them. Health and wellness coaching delves deep into understanding your unique needs, preferences, and obstacles. Together, you and your coach create a personalized roadmap to success. Along the way, you'll discover your inner strengths and build resilience to face challenges and previous roadblocks head-on. The beauty of health and wellness coaching is its positivity and optimism, and having a guide in your corner.
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7/22/2020 1 Comment Breathe Deeply for Less Stress.Increased oxygen decreases stress, improves mood, focus, athletic performance and other positive things. However, the average adult breathes shallowly through their chest rather than using their diaphragm (the muscle responsible for breathing). Shallow chest breathing causes a continual state of low-grade stress since it provides less oxygen, can overburden the heart, and strains the neck and shoulder muscles.. To practice diaphragmatic (aka "belly") breathing, place one hand on your belly and the other on your chest while you breathe. You should feel your belly push your hand away while your chest should not rise. In addition, breathing through your nose rather than your mouth and using good posture-- sitting and and standing-up straight-- are important. Keep practicing techniques, and enjoy the wellness rewards!
7/20/2020 0 Comments Mix It Up for WellnessVarying Your Types of Exercise Leads to Better HealthDoing 3 or more types of exercise is more effective than focusing on just one, according to an NYU health study. People who do so are more likely to reach the recommended goal of 150 minutes per week and less likely to get bored and quit. Exercise variety also prevents overuse injuries and builds different body systems. Weights and high-impact exercise builds bone density, hiking increases relaxation, and yoga and stretching increase balance and stability while offering mental health benefits. Engaging in social sports such as tennis or badminton also increases longevity! 7/1/2020 1 Comment It Doesn't Have to be PerfectJust Getting it Done or Making the Decision Will Make You HappiestJust getting something done, whether it's making a decision or finishing a project, will leave you more satisfied with your choice than trying to perfect it. Research shows that people who move forward with an outcome they’d be fine with, rather than endlessly searching for “the perfect one”, are happiest. (Remember the term “Analysis Paralysis”?) So, just do it, take a victory lap and move on. It's perfectly fine. 5/27/2020 0 Comments 3 Summer Wellness TipsThe season of sunshine and flip flops is finally here! Three tips will help you improve your wellness while you enjoy the season. -Water-- Try for 64 ounces a day. Seltzer counts! Per the ADA, be careful though, as the pH and additives can harm tooth enamel and add calories. Sleep-- Adults need 7-8 hours a night. Try setting a "good alarm" to remind you to get ready for bed.. Doctors recommend a consistent wake-up time each morning to maximize sleep quality, and a 20-minute walk to start the day. Your body and mood will thank you. --Sunshine-- Exercise and sunshine boost your mental and physical health. The CDC recommends 2 1/2 total hours of "moderate" physical exercise each week. Remember to use a lot of sunscreen (most people don't use enough), and reapply every 60-90 minutes. Finally, give yourself a break. Life is a journey, not a sprint. Few people meet all of their health goals., so yourself a hand for what you do accomplish. 5/20/2020 0 Comments Flower Power!Gardening Boosts Happiness as much as Some ExercisesGardening increases happiness and emotional well-being as much as some exercises or dining-out, as reported by a Princeton professor in the journal Landscape and Urban Planning.. If you raise vegetables (vs flowers), you'll reap the health benefits too! 5/6/2020 1 Comment Sunshine is Healthy!4/30/2020 1 Comment Laugh for Happiness!4/22/2020 0 Comments The Mood Boosting Effect of NatureGet Outside for a Happiness BoostLooking for a simple way to reduce stress and feel happier? Get outside! Research has shown a strong connection between time spent in nature (especially the woods) and reduced stress, anxiety, and improved moods. According to Harvard researchers, "When people are depressed or under high levels of stress, they experience a continuous loop of negative thoughts," and the brain finds greenery, natural sounds and even outdoor silence to be soothing. Can't get outside? MRIs show that listening to nature sounds can have a similar effect. Tea contains beneficial flavanoids, antioxidants that studies have shown decrease the free radicals linked to cancer and heart disease. The less processed the tea, the better. Thus, white tea is considered to have the strongest anti-cancer properties. Green tea is also less processed than traditional black teas, and has the added benefit of containing :a calming amino acid--- L-theanine, Other popular teas, such as black tea and oolong are also beneficial, and all contain less caffeine than coffee, So, in the words of Bigelow Teas, a local Connecticut company, #teaproudly! |
About the FounderDuring a career developing clean skincare products with major beauty companies, I became interested in how health and wellbeing affects how you look, and more importantly, how you feel. how you how you feel and hobeauty both inside and out. This led to becoming a Health & Wellness coach and training in how the physical and mental aspects of "whole person health" create a happy, balanced life. Archives
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