Gut health is the key to overall health.
The health of your gastrointestinal tract is directly related to the health and function of your immune system. The microbiome is a collection of microorganisms that are predominantly found in your gut. For example, your gut bacteria have many beneficial roles such as regulating your metabolism, mood, cognitive function, appetite, digestion and immunity. Just as the majority of the microbiome lives in the gut, so does about 70% of your immune system. The gut is a great place for the majority of the immune system to be located since this is where many harmful pathogens including viruses, parasites and harmful bacteria first enter your body.
While you can nourish your gut with healthy food and delicious drinkable concoctions, yoga can be another way to help keep your digestive health on track. Lee Holmes, registered yoga teacher, gut expert, and author of Heal Your Gut, says a regular yoga practice is vital to gut health.
Your body is telling you that you need to clean up your gut if....
- You suffer from frequent bloating, gas, constipation, or other uncomfortable digestive symptoms,
- You get frequent headaches or migraines
- You have chronic inflammation and pain
- You're lethargic or have trouble sleeping
- You have skin issues, adult acne, psoriasis, eczema, etc
- You have hot flashes, stress, fear, or anxiety
Learn 3 practices to make sure your immune system is ready for flu season here:
"There will come a time when you believe everything is finished; that will be the beginning"
~Louis L'Amour
~Louis L'Amour
With this week being the official last week of summer, I am offering a final chance to relish in the the "here and now" of summer with a final Paddleboard Yoga class until June 2023!
When you lift weights, your muscles get stronger and bigger. Think of Yoga as weight lifting for the brain.
Plus we have this oh so awesome opportunity to be outdoors, at the lake absorbing our vitamin D for the day....a mini-getaway that'll have you back for the rest of the weekend BUT in a more relaxed state & clearer head. All exercise can boost your mood by lowering levels of stress hormones, increasing the production of feel-good chemicals known as endorphins, and bringing more oxygenated blood to your brain. But yoga may have additional benefits. Learn more reading this Harvard Medical School article.
When you focus on the past that's like living in a state of depression. When you focus on the future that's like living in a state of anxiety. Join me for the "here and now", the true place of mental peace and enjoy the final week of summer with Paddleboard Yoga...
- Reserve your board for the Final Group class on September 24th @ 10am at the Franklin Lakes Nature Preserve
- OR Small group/private 9/12-9/23.
THEN we'll focus on what's to come, the beginning of Fall and season of change. Those looking looking for a holistic approach to change old, ingrained patterns will have the opportunity to clean up your gut and mental health through Yoga and Ayurveda (a practice on & off the mat). When you join me for 3 classes each month, you'll have access to my kick-off Yoga OFF the mat program, 28 to Elevate, meditation and more. Learn more about 28 to Elevate here.
Get in "yoga mode" by grabbing a pair of Yoga pants at my (online) Store...local, small & sustainably sourced.
What does back-to-school season mean for you as a mom?
Whether you're about to become a mom, a mom of toddler, teens or even a grandkids, it can feel impossible to find time for your own hobbies. Parents often forget about their own passions and hobbies and revitalizing this part of life can be life changing. It’s all about balance. Learning and growing shouldn't get put on the backburner as a sacrifice for your children’s activities. When you lead by example, you are teaching your kids to prioritize themselves and this is the root of a healthy lifestyle. It's not too late to change this and experience your best health.
We need to recognize mother’s for ALL that they do. They literally birth a human being from inside their uterus and provide all the support they can for their family and children while balancing relationships, jobs, and social life. But in addition to all that they struggle with on a day to day basis, mothers also face unique mental challenges. As a mother myself, I can relate to how challenging it can be to navigate everything life has to throw at us. Just remember: YOU CAN’T DO IT ALL. Mindfully finding self compassion and self love while you experience motherhood is VITAL for optimal mental health.
Mindfulness is defined as the awareness that results from focusing attention on the present moment.
For pregnant women, a mindful practice can contribute to relieving some of the pain, discomfort, stress, and anxiety that accompanies pregnancy to allow for a more relaxed, connected experience.
There are many practices that are uniquely designed for pregnant women offering support both mentally and emotionally during gestation and after birth, including prenatal yoga, meditation, and breathing exercises.
There are many practices that are uniquely designed for pregnant women offering support both mentally and emotionally during gestation and after birth, including prenatal yoga, meditation, and breathing exercises.
For moms of big kids, teens or even grandkids, be sure to carve out time each week to do something you love. You love to run? Knit? Read a book? Garden? Whatever it is, find time for it. And remember while you are doing this thing you love to bring intention into it. Take deep breaths and remind yourself this is YOU time and that it is not only OKAY for you to give this precious time to yourself, but it is ESSENTIAL. This is mindfulness and one of the 8 steps in the ancient practice of Yoga to live a healthy & purposeful life.
Last Call....September is the last Month for Paddleboard Yoga.
Private/Small group classes are available this month:
- Paddleboard Yoga: 1-3 people $90 can be split amongst 3 people. $30 per person.
- Paddleboard Yoga: 4-10 people $35 per person (5 person minimum)
- Land Yoga: $90 can be split amongst 9 people, $10 per person.
<RESERVE YOUR DAY/TIME FOR PRIVATE YOGA AT THE LAKE>
or
<RESERVE YOUR PADDLEBOARD FOR WEDNESDAY 8/31 @ 4:30PM>
RSVP by Tuesday @ 4:30pm.
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Stress is a part of everyday life, whether we like it or not. Luckily, there’s a powerful tool that has been scientifically proven to reduce stress, lower our blood pressure, and help slow the negative side effects that excessive stress can have on our bodies. Best of all, this tool can be used by anyone, no matter their skill level, access to equipment, or physical ability.
Whether you’re sitting at your desk at work, on the road away from home, or relaxing on your couch after a long day of work, yoga is always available to help you relax and feel in touch with your mind, body, and spirit.
Yoga also trains your counter-stress response system called the parasympathetic nervous system. With regular practice, chronic daytime stress hormone levels drop, and heart rate variability will increase, helping you gain power over your ability to tolerate stress. This has been shown to improve even after a few sessions of yoga.
Regardless of whether you’re a first-timer or you’ve been practicing yoga for years, my Flow for Stress Relief class will be a fantastic way for people of all walks of life to learn about the basics of how yoga can be used to relieve stress.
Whether you’re sitting at your desk at work, on the road away from home, or relaxing on your couch after a long day of work, yoga is always available to help you relax and feel in touch with your mind, body, and spirit.
Yoga also trains your counter-stress response system called the parasympathetic nervous system. With regular practice, chronic daytime stress hormone levels drop, and heart rate variability will increase, helping you gain power over your ability to tolerate stress. This has been shown to improve even after a few sessions of yoga.
Regardless of whether you’re a first-timer or you’ve been practicing yoga for years, my Flow for Stress Relief class will be a fantastic way for people of all walks of life to learn about the basics of how yoga can be used to relieve stress.
Fight Stress and Find Serenity
My favorite thing about yoga is that it’s accessible to everyone. You don’t need a membership or any special equipment. In fact, you don’t even need a mat!
Stress is something that demands all of our energy, which in turn wreaks havoc on our bodies and minds. Yoga provides the means that help us cope with that stress in a way that forces us to turn inward and connect with ourselves.
As soon as students start incorporating yoga into their regular routines, they find that the mindfulness that is practiced on the mat can easily be transferred to the outside world, and that’s how yoga changes lives.
If you’re ready to learn about the transformational effects of yoga and begin teaching your body how to better cope with everyday stressors. Here's 3 ways to take charge of your mental health today:
Stress is something that demands all of our energy, which in turn wreaks havoc on our bodies and minds. Yoga provides the means that help us cope with that stress in a way that forces us to turn inward and connect with ourselves.
As soon as students start incorporating yoga into their regular routines, they find that the mindfulness that is practiced on the mat can easily be transferred to the outside world, and that’s how yoga changes lives.
If you’re ready to learn about the transformational effects of yoga and begin teaching your body how to better cope with everyday stressors. Here's 3 ways to take charge of your mental health today:
- Get my FREE resource guide, "Flow for Stress Relief" here
- Today is the last day to join the FREE gut health challenge of your choice.
Choose the one that you are in need of the most: Migraine Relief ~ Better Sleep ~ Immunity Reboot. - Join me for yoga at the lake --- on the paddleboard, mat or reformer below:
Paddleboard Yoga upcoming GROUP classes...
**classes include the paddleboard- Thursday, 8/25 @ 4:30pm (registration closes @ 12pm 8/24). $35 per person
- Saturday, 8/27 @ 9am (registration closes @ 10am Friday). $35 per person.
Land Yoga (on the mat)...- Thursday @ 6pm (registration closes @ 1pm Wednesday). $20 a person.
If the above times don't work for you, schedule your own Private/Small group class...- Paddleboard Yoga: 1-3 people $90 can be split amongst 3 people (Oakland)
OR 1-10 people $35 per person (Franklin Lakes Nature Preserve $150 minimum. - Land Yoga: $90 can be split amongst 9 people, $10 per person.
<RESERVE YOUR DAY/TIME FOR YOGA>
When you attend 3 private classes (on the mat, reformer or paddleboard) this month, you'll have access to 28 to Elevate program---the perfect way to jumpstart your gut-health. Learn more here.
Shop my on-line Athletic Wear: Being mindful of how much we consume is important, however, when we DO consume, it's important to know where our products come from and support eco-friendly and sustainable companies. Your dollar is your vote.
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To your health and wellness,
Keri
" All diseases begins in the gut". ~Hippocrates
The most common cause of poor health today is linked to chronic disease. However, even if you don't have a chronic disease that doesn’t mean you're in the clear from infectious illness. The outcome of any infection depends on the health of your immune system, which is primarily housed in your gut. Let's make sure it's in tip-top shape so we can address our bodily woes.
Your body is telling you that you need to clean up your gut if....
- You suffer from frequent bloating, gas, constipation, or other uncomfortable digestive symptoms,
- You get frequent headaches or migraines
- You have chronic inflammation and pain
- You're lethargic or have trouble sleeping
- You have skin issues, adult acne, psoriasis, eczema, etc
- You have hot flashes, stress, fear, or anxiety
Plus get FREE access to one of my challenges on migraine relief, better sleep, or immunity check-in here.
While you can nourish your gut with healthy food and delicious drinkable concoctions, yoga can be another way to help keep your digestive health on track. Lee Holmes, registered yoga teacher, gut expert, and author of Heal Your Gut, says a regular yoga practice is vital to gut health.
Join a Yoga class this month for GUT health
1- Paddleboard Yoga upcoming GROUP classes...
**classes include the paddleboard**
- Thursday, 8/18 @ 4:30pm (registration closes @ 12pm Wednesday). $35 per person.
- Thursday, 8/25 @ 4:30pm (registration closes @ 12pm 8/24). $35 per person
- Saturday, 8/27 @ 9am (registration closes @ 10am Friday). $35 per person.
2. Land Yoga (on the mat)...
- Thursday @ 6pm (registration closes @ 1pm Wednesday). $20 a person.
3. If the above times don't work for you, schedule your own Private/Small group class...
- Paddleboard Yoga: 1-3 people $90 can be split amongst 3 people (Oakland)
OR 1-10 people $35 per person (Franklin Lakes Nature Preserve $150 minimum. - Land Yoga: $90 can be split amongst 9 people, $10 per person.
<RESERVE YOUR DAY/TIME FOR YOGA>
When you attend 3 private classes (on the mat, reformer or paddleboard) this month, you'll have access to 28 to Elevate program---the perfect way to jumpstart your gut-health. Learn more here.
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