Ability to move the body is something, I feel, we take for granted on an almost daily basis. If you’re able bodied, having the ability to move freely, without restriction or pain, is something to truly cherish. Of course, I’ve only been able to appreciate this now that it’s been taken away from me on…
Read MoreA fun fact about me: I did ballet for nearly 15 years and took it incredibly seriously, until a recurring knee injury put most of ballet outside of my “range of motion.” For nearly a decade, I’ve been quietly hoping I’d one day be healed enough to take a full class, but in the meantime,…
Read MoreIf you’re anything like me, finding the motivation to work out can be, well, tough to say the least. Finding the motivation to work out in the winter? Even tougher. My method to staying determined (besides the whole ya know, being healthy thing) is buying cute athletic clothes. I am very much a believer in…
Read MoreWe’ve all noticed the rise in all things wellness (you’re reading this site after all!). From meditation studios, to breathing-focused apps, to the explosion of CBD, the health market is no longer just for the body. Now, health products and services are geared ever-increasingly towards the mind. But what are some ways we can fuse…
Read MoreWhen you’re busy, it can be super hard to prioritize the things that really matter in life, like spending time with your favorite people, getting out into nature, or… orgasming. Now, hear me out; even though most might think that the divine orgasm is more of a luxury than a necessity, I’d argue that it’s…
Read MoreHas “namaste stay in bed,” been the motto lately? Same. If you’re not hitting the yoga mat as often as you’d like, then you might need some musical motivation. I’ve rounded up three yoga playlists curated by seasoned yogis to help breathe new life into your practice. I revisit these playlists whenever I’m feeling uninspired,…
Read MoreAfter binging my way through Netflix, I recently found myself pursuing other streaming services for a new series. I landed on Girls on HBO, wanting to finally understand this character who uncommonly, shares my first name. Within the first two episodes, it becomes clear that Lena Dunham’s character, Hannah, is painted as one of the…
Read MoreChest pains — that was this difference this time. Usually, my panic attacks happen when I’m trying to sleep or when I have the feeling of carpal tunnel in my left arm. There’s heavy breathing and room to cry. This time, however, I was leaving a Starbucks and my heart was racing and my chest…
Read MoreIn recent weeks, there have been discussions amongst fitness professionals on Instagram. They have been talking about the facade of expertise that’s running rampant amid packs of “fitness influencers”. The difference between the “professionals” and “influencers” is critical. Fitness professionals are educated in health and physical wellness through different certification outlets like NASM, ACE or…
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