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Be Well
Be Well
Words by Jen Smith
Take Care of Yourself
When thinking about your overall wellness, there’s no such thing as a quick fix or magic formula. Rather, we should focus on the whole picture. Wellness is an overall state of harmony in the body as a whole: mental, physical, and spiritual.
Build Strength
Concentrating on the underutilized muscles in your core, Pilates not only builds strength, but can improve posture and mobility.
Healthy Skin
Fun fact: Your skin is your body’s largest organ. With that in mind, it should be no surprise that the quality of your skin is a great indicator of your overall health.
Nutrition Goals
Nutrition plays a crucial role in overall wellness as it provides the building blocks for energy and metabolism, supports immune function and affects cognitive, digestive, and hormonal health.
Body Care
Getting a massage can feel like a luxury, but it truly is a health practice. This mode of self-care is proven to help you recover between workouts, improve sleep and circulation, and even strengthen your immune system.
Get Moving
Just two-and-a-half hours per week of moderate exercise can have a significant impact on chronic conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, and depression.
Health On The Go
Antioxidants, like the acai fruit, guard the health of your cells against the toxins that invade your body on a daily basis. Keep your plate full of deep purples, greens, and reds.