The Code Red Lifestyle

The Code Red Lifestyle

In an effort to adapt a healthier lifestyle, I read the Code Revolution.  Most of the book is testimonials, which gets a little old after a while.  It is not a real scientific book, however, it is easy to understand and follow.  Currently I already adapt some of these ideas.  The diet choices are based on more of a keto…

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Try this to Rev Up Your Metabolism

Try this to Rev Up Your Metabolism

What is metabolism anyway? Metabolism refers to the chemical (metabolic) processes that take place as your body converts foods and drinks into energy. It’s a complex process that combines calories and oxygen to create and release energy. One key factor people often neglect when trying to lose weight is the importance of hormones, which control and set the pace for…

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The End of a Stretch – What is this?

The End of a Stretch – What is this?

I never understood the end of a stretch until recently.  I have done yoga and stretched for years.  When I stretched, I would just stretch to the point where I would feel it.  I understood the difference between Dynamic and Static stretching, I used both techniques quite often as I taught. Studying Essentrics Level 2, I learned what it is…

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Barre Plie vs Squats

Barre Plie vs Squats

To do a Squat properly you need to ground in your feet, butt back, chest up, sit back like you are sitting in a chair.  When you do a squat you work your quads, hamstrings, glutes, calves, some inner thighs, and some abs.   There are variations with feet together, wide stance, jump squats, squats with weights, single leg squats.  …

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Why Walking is Not Enough

Why Walking is Not Enough

Many people each week walk a few times. Walking is great, it helps maintain weight, good for your heart, breathing fresh air is a bonus. But is walking enough as our only form of exercise as we age? No. Walking as our sole form of exercise means we miss out on: 1. Maintaining good muscle mass. Muscle mass declines with age.…

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