Today’s Health Tip

Time to relax and color!

Self Care sunday calls for some solid downtime.  What a better way than to pick up an adult coloring book and get to work.  Listen in for why coloring can be a meditative process.  

Don't own an adult coloring book?  You can download and print pages here:  http://bit.ly/GuudColoring

Also my favorite gel-ink pens and gorgeous coloring book are over on our Amazon Wellness Warrior Checklist here: http://bit.ly/GuudChecklist 

Give it a bounce!

Bouncing on a rebounder or a trampoline is a great form of exercise.  It is easy on your joints, improves your balance, builds strength and a is a great cardiovascular workout.

Did you know that rebounding can burn more calories than walking or jogging? Or that it’s a great way to work your major muscle groups because it allows you to work them through their full ranges of motion?

The one we like from Amazon can be found here: http://bit.ly/GuudRebounder and it comes with a DVD!

 

Go Explore!

Are you an avid outdoors person, or maybe were as a child?  Reconnecting with nature can help us reset and recharge.  Whether you love camping (or glamping), gardening, birdwatching, hiking or someother outdoor activity - take a look at your life and find an opportunity to reconnect here.

My boys loved something called GEOCACHING which is like a wilderness scavenger hunt using an app on your phone to help you find a hidden treasure.  Listen in for more on this fun way to play outdoors.

You can check out the Geocaching App here (for both iPhone and Android) http://bit.ly/GuudGeocache 

 

Find yourself a playground....

One easy way to play is to find yourself a playground.  Take a swing, a ride down the slide or shoot some hoops.  A playground is the perfect place for PLAY!  Listen in today and get your play on!

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Get down with a jigsaw puzzle.

I love jigsaw puzzles and guess what?  They are a great tool from promoting brain health!  Listen in for how this works!

Check out the puzzle I'm working on over on Instagram: http://bit.ly/GuudInstaPuzzle 

I love the Ravensburger puzzles, 500 piece.  You can get them on Amazon: http://bit.ly/GuudPuzzles 

Go Swimming!

A great way to get more play into your life is to go swimming.  It burns lots of calories, is easy on the joints, builds muscular strength and endurance. It also improves cardiovascular fitness, refreshes you in the summer,time and is one that you can do safely into old age.  Listen in and get your swim on!  www.instagram.com/theguudcompany 

The Importance of Play

This week we will explore different ways to PLAY.  To take some down time and do more of what you love.  Possibly you’ll rediscover what used to make your heart sing or even find a new favorite past time.

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Yoga Nidra

Self Care Sunday!!  Have you tried Yoga Nidra?  Its an amazing self-care practice.  Listen in for the hows's and why's!  More info here: 

http://www.yoganidranetwork.org/downloads

Ashtanga Yoga

Ashtanga is a fast-paced, intense, flowing style of yoga founded by Pattabhi Jois in the 1960s.  

This practice is very physically demanding because of the constant movement from one pose to the next and the emphasis on daily practice.  Listen in for more on Ashtanga.  Check out this link for more info: http://bit.ly/GUUDashtanga

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Iyengar Yoga

Based on the teachings of the yoga master B.K.S Iyengar, who is credited to bringing yoga to the western world. this style of practice is all about bringing the body into its best possible alignment, often using props such as yoga blankets, blocks, and straps to assist students in mastering proper form. 

More on Iyengar: 

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Bikram Yoga

Even though some people may use "hot" and "Bikram" interchangeably, the truth is that all Bikram yoga is hot, but not all hot yoga is Bikram.  Listen in as we discuss both types of heated yoga classes and which we like better.

For more on Bikram Yoga: https://www.bikramyoga.com

 

Hatha Yoga

Hatha is broken down as ‘ha’ meaning ‘sun’ and ‘tha’ meaning ‘moon’. This refers to the balance of the masculine – sun, hot, active – and the feminine – moon, cool, receptive – within all of us. 

Classes labeled as "hatha" are slower-moving, thoughtful practices that focus on basic, beginner-friendly poses. However, it's important to recognize that the term "hatha" is actually a generic designation for any form of yoga focused on movement. In America, almost every yoga class is, technically, hatha, so make sure you ask the instructor what you can expect before your first class.

Here is a link to a 20 minute intro to hatha yoga if you’d like to try it at home but I really recommend finding a class because a good yoga teacher is vital to making sure you have proper form 

http://bit.ly/GuudHatha

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Yin Yoga

One of my favorite types of yoga is Yin Yoga.  I love the deep stretch.  I love that I can do these poses virtually anywhere.  I like that poses are held for 3-5 minutes allowing you to work with your breath to deep your stretch.  I always leave a Yin Yoga class feeling longer and stronger.

Check out this great 40 minute Yin Yoga video:  http://bit.ly/YinGuud

Yoga: The Basics

If you have never tried yoga, now is the time.  If you once had a practice it's time to restart.  Great for stress reduction, for increasing flexibility and balance and for general well-being.

It can be done almost anywhere with no equipment at all.  Loose, comfortable clothing is recommended and perhaps a towel or exercise mat to help create your personal yoga space.

There are many types of yoga but we suggest that everyone without experience start with a beginner class as postures and breathing techniques must be learned.

We like two videos we found on YouTube (which makes them free!)

For complete beginners we liked this seated and very gentle 20 minute class: http://bit.ly/GuudBYoga1  

Here is an advanced beginner class with a little flow, beginning with child pose progressing to downward facing dog and plank  Its great for mornings and only 15 minutes. http://bit.ly/GuudYoga15 

Are you yogi?  You just might be...

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Emotional Detox

Emotional detoxification is about being more compassionate and kind to yourself.  Listen in for a few simple tip on being kinder to yourself.  Remember we cant be there fully for others if we aren’t nurturing ourselves.

Charcoal for Detox

Activated charcoal is known for its ability to bind to certain poisons, heavy metals, and other toxins and flush them from your body, making it a wonder substance for acute and general detoxification.

Listen in for how and when to take Activated Charcoal.

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Chlorella for Detox

Chlorella, a single-celled fresh water algae, is often referred to as a near-perfect food, with a wide range of health benefits. Great for folks exposed to methyl mercury…if you are a seafood lover or ever had mercury fillings in your mouth you are probably in need to this superfood. 

Listen in for an easy way to get this into your diet.

The Amazing grass green superfood powder we love can be found here: http://bit.ly/amazingchlorella  

Detox foods

Today, 4 foods you can add to your diet that can aid in your body's ability to detox!

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Detox Bath

A simple, easy and enjoyable way to jump start detox is with a nice hot bath.  Adding Epsom Salts will let your body absorb the critical detox compounds Magnesium and sulfate salts.  The first 20 minutes is when your body will heat up, your blood vessels will dilate and your pores will open to let the sweat and trapped toxins escape.  The next 20 minutes are when your body can start to absorb those minerals.  Adding additional ingredients to your bath like essential oils, baking soda and bentonite clay can offer further benefits.

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