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Wrapping up this month's theme of organizing for w

Wrapping up this month's theme of organizing for wellness, we would be remiss if we did not share a few tips to help stay on track with our fitness plan.

Whether working out in a home gym, out in nature or at a public gym, it's always handy to keep supplies at the ready. In my corporate days, every Sunday when I cleaned my car, I would load the trunk with supplies. For instance, those little plastic shoe tubs are so good for this. I had 5 ready to go with gym clothes and towels. There was a gym bag in the trunk along with protein powder sachets, my blender bottle, waters, and a few healthy snacks. I would keep a little black book handy and get the workout plan for the week jotted down ahead of time, and then pre-load my playlist...so it became harder NOT to go workout, and easier to just go and get that workout in. This also works for my running and hiking friends.

Now when it comes to in home workouts - it gets a little harder, at least when it comes to staying motivated and distraction free. So, these days, I try to stick to the same routine. There is a closet set aside just for workout gear, and I really treat it like my trunk and stock it with everything I need. Then, and this may sound silly, but I have my fitness vision board with gobs of fitness motivation to inspire me and keep me moving forward. But I would love to know more about you...how do you keep yourself organized, motivated and on track with your goals?

Sending happy Friday hugs lovelies, and hoping you have an inspired weekend!

#motivationgym #getmoving #getyourgrooveon #welnesscoach #organizedlife #thehsecoach #lovingmovement

The beach is forever going to be one of my favorit

The beach is forever going to be one of my favorite happy places...& I know I am not the only one - what is it about getting to the ocean that just soothes every cell in our bodies? Here's a few ways our bodies respond to that free miracle called the ocean:

1. Sunshine: our bodies need vitamin D for metabolism, immune function & bone health
2. The sound of the waves crashing enhances relaxation more than any other sound, while decreasing our heart rate & blood pressure.
3. The ocean water is full of minerals that help with arthritis pain, & skin issues like psoriasis while improving elasticity
4. The sand....lots of you know I encourage grounding, which is the act of allowing your skin to be in contact with the earth. This process allows free radicals to be drawn from your body into the earth below & there have been many studies that show this process can help people with sleep issues & overall vitality. When you add in negative ions from salty air, inflammation & immune function improve.

If you have the ocean nearby - defo make a trip! Do it for me, as I am now a country girl & please do share! If like me, you don't have the ocean a block away anymore, there's still a few things that can be done to give you beach brain from a distance....

1. Most of us have access to at least a little sunshine - get that warmth on your skin first thing in the morning to boost melatonin production
2. Find a lovely recording of the ocean to play in the background. I KNOW it's not the same...but it IS nice.
3. Take a mineral bath with seaweed and salt.
4. Adding an indoor fountain will help release negative ions into the air.
5. Grounding can be done just about anywhere you have a natural piece of earth. Could be walking barefoot on the lawn, catching some morning sun on a giant boulder, or walking barefoot in the garden.

This is my go to list until my next trek to the ocean so my cells can do their little happy dance again! As always, I hope this info serves you and if you'd like access to our monthly newsletter - drop your favorite emoji in the comments and I will be happy to reach out!

Sending hugs lovelies! Make it an epic day!

Does anyone else here get a little burst of happy

Does anyone else here get a little burst of happy when you see the cherries in season at the market? I just can't resist them! 🎉🍒😍🍒💃

I remember my trainer would always tell me I was allowed 1/4 cup of cherries or berries with my breakfast oats or smoothie, no doubt due to the low-ish glycemic load. But they are choc full of beautiful and healing properties...

For instance, according to @WebMD:
"Cherries are low in calories and chock full of fiber, vitamins, minerals, nutrients, and other good-for-you ingredients. You'll get vitamins C, A, and K. Each long-stemmed fruit delivers potassium, magnesium, and calcium too. They also bring antioxidants, like beta-carotene, and the essential nutrient choline."

My mom and I love to use them in our morning booster shots (ginger, turmeric, lemon juice, a pinch of pepper and cherries). How do you like to try and get more cherries in?

P.S. Swipe right for a lovely infographic from @lybrate to learn a bit more about this superfood.

P.S.S Slide into my DM to learn how you can get over 30 servings of whole fruit and veg into your daily diet for less than a cup of tea / day! 😱💃🍒🍒🍒🍒🍒

#sunfoods #foodasmedicine #joyfuleating #nourished #nourishedbynature #loveyourself⁣ #antioxidant #wellnesscoach

Lately I have been getting a lot of questions abou

Lately I have been getting a lot of questions about what I do as a wellness coach…so if you’re keen to learn a bit more swipe right for a quick little video with the deets…

…AND…if you love freebies, drop a 🤍 below to sign up for our newsletter which grants you private access to a growing community interested in preventive health, along with our monthly mini e-book and our planner of the month club! Are you ready gorgeous?

Sending hugs and happy Friday vibes! Xxo

#wellnessjourney #preventivecare #loveyourself #nurtureyourself #thehsecoach

So grateful to be working with a legacy company th

So grateful to be working with a legacy company that puts children front and center when it comes to gifting whole food nutrition...

Did you know that by ordering our fruit and veg capsules, not only do you have access to our online holistic program developed by medical professionals, you also get free whole food nutrition for a child in your life...or possibly even 2?

Swipe right to learn more about the impact this is having around the world...and slide into the DM if you're curious to learn more.

Hoping you have a beautiful, sunshiny day! Sending hugs lovelies 💚💚💚

#childrenshealth #happymomma #sunfoods #wellnesscoach #thehsecoach #holisticallyfit #healthybabies

How special is it - when you find your person...th

How special is it - when you find your person...that one...where you can be perfectly contented with in total silence, and you don't feel the pressure to entertain, be 'doing' a gajillion things or even converse. You can just be, exploring things with, & enjoying someone who understands you the way no-one else does. Who doesn't judge you, but just accepts you as you are. When you find that person, and you add the element of time....they become like a pair of perfectly worn in shoes...& no other pair will ever fit you the same. My shoe lovers out there will know exactly what I am talking about.

This week at work, @theinfinitewanderer shared a quote from Marilyn Monroe who said, "...if you can't handle me at my worst, then you don't deserve me at my best."

Isn't that the truth? It's so easy to fall for the glossy images on social media. But not a single one of us is perfect. No matter how hard we may try....and no matter how many pretty pictures we may post. Because beauty, while so important to my artistic soul, is not the nuts and bolts of life. It passes & is to be momentarily enjoyed. What really counts is how we develop our soul, and how we nurture our relationships - the ones that have seen us at our worst and who stuck around. They are the ones who deserve total respect, appreciation and loyalty. And so if you're out there....looking for that in your partner...or looking for that partner...I have one piece of advice:

Gratitude
Gratitude
GRATITUDE

Be thankful for the one you've got...and watch that bond grow & stretch to fit you perfectly. And...for those still looking...be thankful for your current freedom...to find that person you can be truly & authentically YOU with.

Gratitude heals so very much. For ourselves, and for those around us. AND, if we're in a state of gratitude, we can't be crying about what's going wrong...right?

So with a heart that is so very thankful for each and every person reading this...I would love to see...pop in an emoji showing what you're thankful for at this very moment. Even if it's as silly as a delicious plate of sushi! Lol!!!!

From my full heart to yours - hoping you have an awesome day! xxo

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