Aymee Wilson, Wilson Aesthetics Beauty & Wellness

HOW DO YOU DEFINE A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE? A healthy lifestyle isn’t just diet and exercise. In general, most would agree that a healthy person doesn’t smoke, is at a healthy weight, eats a balanced healthy diet, thinks positively, feels relaxed, exercises regularly, has good relationships, and benefits from a good life balance.

We all define health differently, though, so finding a routine that works for you personally and culturing that environment to fit your needs is what your healthy lifestyle looks like.

HOW DID YOU COME TO PRACTICE IN YOUR CAREER FIELD? Prior to opening a medical spa, I was a hospice nurse for 10 years, and I loved every minute of it. About six years ago I stumbled upon the aesthetic industry and fell in love with it, as well. I worked basically two full-time jobs until about two years ago when my husband and I decided it was time to focus on one.

WHAT TYPE OF EXERCISE DO YOU PREFER AND WHY? I have always loved a variety of workouts. I think that moving your body daily in some form is important. I love to hike, do Pilates (and am thankful a new Pilates studio opened next to us!) and lift weights. We are blessed to have our weather and hiking trails.

HOW DO YOU DEFINE SELF-CARE, AND WHAT IS YOUR GO-TO WAY OF PRACTICING IT? It is so easy to get caught up in making sure your life, family, etc., is taken care of first. This is a common statement I hear daily from clients: “I am doing this for me!” I believe that is exactly what self-care is, doing what makes you happy and doing it frequently.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE HEALTHY MEAL? I love acai bowls. Like really love them. I may have a slight obsession with them.

WHAT IS YOUR BIGGEST HEALTH AND WELLNESS TIP? Move your body, drink water and sleep! And have a glass of wine.

WHAT IS YOUR NEXT GOAL IN YOUR HEALTH AND WELLNESS JOURNEY? I have hiked rim to rim in the Grand Canyon two times now in a day with my mom and husband. I am gearing up to hike it again, hopefully this year. It is an amazing accomplishment and unlike anything I have ever done.