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Monday, 06 September 2010 |
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AN INTERNAL SPRING CLEAN Written by: Cheryne (Rocky) Brivik
“It all starts when you do!”I saw this saying on a billboard the other day and loved it! HOW TRUE. It is only when we click into the right mindset that life starts to happen. And what a great mindset to start spring with!
Life begins when we say so- life begins with our first breath! It is only when we decide to be completely accountable and responsible for our lives that our true journey begins.
And what does that mean- to start your true journey? To start your true journey means to decide what is ultimately going to make you feel happy, complete and empowered. It involves a journey of mindfully going within yourself and observing what situations in your life are disempowering you and what situations inspire you. It is like doing an internal spring clean J
Here are some great tips for your internal “SPRING CLEAN.”
1. Notice what people disempower you- notice how you feel when you walk away- do you feel at ease inside or do you feel a bit toxic. Toxic relationships are one of the main issues that affect our energy, so make the decision to detox yourself from any negative energy.
2. Notice what foods affect your energy and your mind. Sugar, caffeine, excess dairy, and processed foods effect your nervous system, so again begin to become mindful of any foods that effect the homeostasis in your body- if your body is happy your mind is clear and you will be able to have the focus and the energy to work towards what you truly want.
3. Notice if any thoughts you are having are bringing you down- any negative self talk and limiting beliefs will instantly disempower you. The ability to be mindful and “CONTROL” your inner language is a true key to enjoying an empowered mindset. If you find yourself having negative thoughts, quickly turn it around by asking yourself “what is a more empowering thought or belief I could have, right now?” That’s right- INSPIRE YOURSELF!
Well these are just a few PERSONAL SPRING CLEANING TIPS to get you on your way to blossoming into who you truly want to be. NOW IS THE TIME TO WORK TOWARDS THOSE NEW YEAR GOALS! And remember the most important rule- if something is not bringing you joy, well then what’s the point?
HAVE FUN!
Cheryne (Rocky) Brivik
Life Coach and Instructor in Meditation and Tai Chi Gong. To Contact Cheryne email:
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Monday, 06 September 2010 |
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Exercise alone will not loose weight
(NaturalNews) Women who rely on exercise to lose weight are destined to fail, so says a study that appears in the Journal of American Medical Association. Researchers found that exercise alone was useful in maintaining the weight for women, but it had no effect on heavier women.
The study analysed almost 35,000 women over a period of 15 years. The scientists found that for women whose BMI was less than 25 kg/m2, there was a clear dose-response correlation between activity levels and weight gain. It took one hour's moderate-intensity exercise each day to avoid the gaining of weight. Exercise did not, however, reduce weight and did not even maintain weight among women with a BMI from 25 to 29.9 kg/m2 or in those with a BMI of 30.0 kg/m2 or more. This was true regardless of how much exercise the participants did, with both exercise and nutritional interventions required to successfully reduce weight.
"Among women consuming a usual diet, physical activity was associated with less weight gain only among women whose BMI was lower than 25," said the study authors. "Women successful in maintaining normal weight and gaining fewer than 2.3 kg over 13 years averaged approximately 60 minutes a day of moderate-intensity activity throughout the study. These data suggest that the 2008 federal recommendation for 150 minutes per week, while clearly sufficient to lower the risks of chronic diseases, is insufficient for weight gain prevention absent caloric restriction."
The findings, while far from providing an answer to Western society's battle of the bulge, act as confirmation of what many observers have known for a long time: more sweat on the treadmill does not necessarily equate a smaller waistline. Conclusions that exercise has little effect on weight loss are also premature, as the study did not make any distinction between aerobic exercise, which can inhibit weight loss through increased cortisol release, and resistance training, a preferred option for many personal trainers in improving body composition.
More than anything, the study backs the importance of a nutritional program in any efforts relating to bodyweight management. Women who wish to lose weight should work smart by addressing their nutritional needs before adding exercise related to their goal. Working smart, it appears, is highly preferable to working hard.
References:
http://www.nutri-online1.co.uk/Defa...
http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle...
Gettman, L. R., & Pollock, M. L. (1981). Circuit weight training: A critical review of its physiological benefits. The Physician and Sportsmedicine, 9(1), 44-60.
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Monday, 06 September 2010 |
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Almond Crusted Salmon with Caramelised Onions and Basil
Adapted from The Diet Solution Program
Almond meal, made from ground raw almonds, forms the nutty topping on this baked salmon. The slowly caramelised sweet onions and fresh basil add a sweet aromatic flavour. Serve with roasted or mashed sweet potatoes, steamed vegetables and/or a green salad for a delicious main meal.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
- 1 sweet onion, thinly sliced
- Sea salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 to 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 1/2 cup almond meal
- 4 teaspoons honey mustard or your favourite mustard.
- 4 (4- to 6-ounce) skinless salmon fillets, skin removed
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced spring onions (to garnish)
- 1/4 cup basil leaves (to garnish)
Heat oil in a large pan over medium low heat. Add onion, salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and caramelised, 30 to 45 minutes. Stir in the lime juice and keep warm. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 190º C. Grease the bottom of a large baking dish with 1-teaspoon of coconut oil. Spread almond meal over the centre of a wide plate. Season the salmon with a small amount of salt and pepper. Brush the top of each salmon fillet with mustard and then roll in the almond meal, pressing to make sure it sticks. Arrange salmon in prepared baking dish in a single layer and bake until just cooked through and flesh flakes with a fork, about 15 minutes. Transfer salmon to plates, top with caramelised onions, garnish with spring onions and basil and serve.
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Monday, 06 September 2010 |
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Vitamin water or Sugar water I wanted to share with you this article which appeared on ‘The Natural News’ website on the 10th of August 2010. Vitamin water and similar drinks are available in Australia, so don’t be tricked into thinking any of them are healthy
Do you ever wonder things like "Who is actually gullible enough to think that Vitaminwater is healthy?" Although that question may seem demeaning or even arrogant, it turns out that the Coca-Cola company (which owns the Vitaminwater brand) is essentially asking that exact question.
How so? In response to a recent lawsuit against Coca-Cola filed by the Centre for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI), Coke's attorneys replied in court briefings that, ". No consumer could reasonably be misled into thinking vitaminwater was a healthy beverage."
Except, of course, millions of consumers were misled into believing precisely that. This illusion was helped in no small part by Coca-Cola's advertising of Vitaminwater, which blatantly positions it as a health-enhancing beverage. Even the name itself implies that the product is made solely out of vitamins and water. But of course it isn't.
If Vitaminwater were accurately named, it would actually be called Sugarwater. Its first two ingredients are, not surprisingly, sugar and water (the sugar coming in the form of crystalline fructose, a processed sweetener that has been linked to health problems)
In addition to the sugar and water, Vitaminwater contains a smattering of synthetic vitamin chemicals that any informed health consumer probably wouldn't want to ingest. So in reality, Vitaminwater is really sugar water with the addition of synthetic chemicals that happen to be called "vitamins" (but which are not the natural, plant-based nutrients your body would greatly prefer).
So what we have now with Vitaminwater is a beverage that's positioned and marketed as a health-enhancing beverage, yet its own corporate lawyers dismiss any notion that the beverage is "healthy." Brought to you by Susan SlonimNutritionist If you see an article or hear something you want to know more about just email me the details and I will follow it up for you.
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What is a Hot Stone Massage? by Emily Reid |
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Monday, 26 July 2010 |
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HOT STONE MASSAGE
Emily Reid - Massage & Reflexology Therapist
CONTAGIOUS ENTHUSIASM WELLNESS CENTRE
571 HAMPTON STREET, HAMPTON
Ph. 9502 -0650
Hot Stone massage is a very popular style of massage due to it 's amazing feeling and extremely relaxing effect.
Hot Basalt (volcanic) stones are placed on the body either directly or on a layer of cloth (to prevent scalding) and left to warm the body.
A HOT STONE MASSAGE at Contagious Enthusiasm Wellness Centre in Hampton (Bayside), combines the Basalt Stones with Hot Black River stones. These are used in conjunction with warm aromatherapy oils to massage the body whilst the Basalt Stones have been placed.
The sensation is like no other and must be experienced to be appreciated.
You will leave feeling as though you are floating - very calm and relaxed.
It is recommended that you take 15-20 minutes to 'come back to earth' before driving after this massage as you will feel a little 'Stoned' ! (pardon the pun)
For more information please visit our website..
Emily Reid - Massage & Reflexology Therapist
CONTAGIOUS ENTHUSIASM WELLNESS CENTRE
571 HAMPTON STREET, HAMPTON
Ph. 9502 -0650
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