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Everyday Kids Yoga: Benefits of Yoga for Children
Teaching yoga to children is a fun, joyful, and very rewarding experience. Everyone can teach yoga to children on some level, and I strongly encourage parents, caregivers, and school teachers to incorporate yoga lessons into their everyday experiences with children. Children are natural yogis, and you will most likely find that they pick up on…
Compound/Multi-joint Exercises and 6 Reasons Why You Want to Do Them
Compound/Multi-joint Exercises and 6 Reasons Why You Want to Do Them What are Compound Exercises? Compound exercises, or multi-joint movements, involve more than one joint and muscle group at a time, as opposed to an isolation exercise, or single-joint movement, which only works one muscle/joint at a time. Compound exercises are an important part of…
How to Make Healthy Homemade Sunbutter (nut-free, sugar-free)
How to Make Healthy Homemade Sunbutter (nut-free, sugar-free) I love nut butters, and with my paleo lifestyle, nuts were my not-so-guilty pleasure for a long time. Almonds, walnuts, pecans, pistachios, macadamia nuts, no nut was safe! I started making my own nut butters a couple of years ago, when I became more aware of what…
15 Ways to Prevent and Defend Yourself Against a Street Assault
15 Ways to Prevent and Defend Yourself Against a Street Assault Through the years we’ve had people attend our self-defense and MMA classes for many varied reasons. From someone who has experienced assault in the past to someone who wants to stay as safe as possible in the future, an understanding of the importance of…
10 Healing Uses for Apple Cider Vinegar (plus a recipe to relieve inflammation!)
10 Healing Uses for Apple Cider Vinegar (plus a recipe to relieve inflammation!) Today, apple cider vinegar (ACV) is a household staple for many, and is used for much more than making delicious recipes. Its anti-bacterial properties make it a perfect all natural cleaning product, while it’s anti-fungal properties make it a simple cure for…
Coconut Date Poppers (Paleo, Gluten-free, Sugar-free, Dairy-free, Nut- and Egg-free)
Coconut Date Poppers (paleo, gluten-free, refined sugar-free, dairy-free, egg and nut-free) My kids and I have become huge date fans. They have become a staple in our household, and we purchase them in bulk, saving a bundle! I’m always thrilled when I come across a healthy snack food that the kids enjoy for more…
Yoga Sequence for Better Sleep
Yoga Sequence for Better Sleep Do you sometimes have trouble falling asleep? Find it difficult to quiet the mind and calm the body following a busy, stress-filled day? You are not alone. Sleep challenges are extremely common among adults, and the majority of Americans get less sleep than they actually need for optimal health. Next…
Tips for Getting Rid of Belly Fat (and bonus workout!)
Tips for Getting Rid of Belly Fat (and bonus workout!)Ugh, belly fat. Most of us have had issues with this at some point in our lives, right? That annoying and often unsightly blob that clings to your abdomin and basically says “I’m here to stay”. Some people have probably even made their belly talk. It’s…
Open Palm Striking for Self-Defense
Open Palm Striking for Self-Defense – It Packs a Punch One very common misconception when it comes to self-defense striking – even at the highest levels of martial arts and real world scenarios – is that closed fist striking is the best and only way to be effective. When students first enter our mixed…