Body & Mind

My favourite trainer, David Kirsch says ‘sound body, sound mind’. In this section I will share info about the human body and lifestyle changes that have helped me become less stressed and more balanced in my life.

10 reasons people hate the gym – but shouldn’t

For some, the gym is the perfect place to lose weight and become healthier. However, others hate the gym, in fact the idea of going to the gym is about as appealing as having their head chopped off, and I get it, I really do! For this reason, I’ve put together this list of reasons [...]

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How To Keep Your Diet Through The Holiday Party Season

Body & Mind

I know it has been ages since I have written a post and I am truly sorry! To make it up to you my online friend Shawn has offered to give SEVEN tips on how to avoid over doing it at Christmas parties and how to stick to your diet during the holiday season. Experiencing [...]

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5 Awesome Natural Remedies

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Intro from Carla: I love my doctor, but I hate prescription drugs, I always look for a natural remedy for relief if possible. In this post we learn about the top 5 natural remedies that you can try before you head off to the doctor. (Always consult a doctor if problems persist!) Backaches, stress, stomach [...]

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Top 4 Tips to Improve Your Health

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Introduction from Carla: Sometimes it is the little things that count in your diet. Small changes can show big results. Sarah gives us a simple list of a few things you can change to help you lead a healthier life. You are so busy with your career and fast paced life that you don’t take [...]

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Obesity can ruin your life

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Intro from Carla: Obesity is a tough topic to discuss or even write about. Obesity is not a disease nor is it genetic. It can be changed. Obesity can threaten your life, make you sick and put you and your loved ones through a world of pain. This article touches on the very important consequences [...]

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Study related anxiety & stress and how to cope

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Intro from Carla: My university years have been over for quite some time, but I remember the stress like it was yesterday! Lectures, assignments, studying for exams and writing a dissertation are not easy things to balance out. I remember feeling constantly panicked, like there was never enough time for my course work. If truth [...]

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How aromatherapy can reduce stress

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Introduction from Carla: Stress can limit your weight loss progress and in some cases stop it completely. I have experienced this first hand. In today’s guest post, Tim explains how aromatherapy can help reduce stress. Whether we’re starting a new diet or just coming home from the office after another day of the usual insanity, [...]

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Key to Relaxation

Body & Mind

Reaching the state of a healthy body and mind requires a body and mind that know how to relax. Taking time to relax, daily, is important. You can learn to relax even if you are in a business suit, in an office with non-stop ringing of phones. Relaxation is controlled by your mind, so it’s [...]