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Introducing
The 6 Pillars of
Lifestyle Medicine
“Lifestyle medicine is a medical approach that uses evidence-based behavioral interventions to prevent, treat and manage chronic disease.”~ACSM
I am a lifestyle medicine advocate. I am passionate about helping you gain clarity to attain optimal your most optimal health and well-being. Together, we will create a roadmap for you to follow to help you be your best, most authentic self.
We will go over all of these areas in great detail. Some of these may need a bit more attention than others. This is to be expected. This all begins and dovetails from looking at your nutrition first. The brain is in the gut. This is the foundation of overall health and wellness.
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The food you eat equals the mood you’re in. Also, the pounds on the scale. It regulates hormones and stabilizes blood sugars. It also helps with nervous system response.
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Movement is Medicine. It is part of the grand scheme of optimal health. When we move, we optimize our hormonal responses, decrease stress and lower anxiety. We increase our cardiovascular capacity and increase muscle tone and shape.
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How do you manage your stress? Each one of us does this differently. Deep breathing, meditation, nature walks, yoga, acupuncture, massage and reiki are all beneficial. The correct amount/intensity of exercise can also be quite helpful.
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This one effects more than you know. Everyones constitution is different. There are many tools that can assist one with sleep issues. The optimal amount is to get 7-9 hours per night. This is essential for optimizing mind and body functioning.
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How do you spend your time? Who do you allow access to in your life? The people you connect with, can either uplift or drain your precious energy. your life force. This can have a direct effect on your health and well-being; whether you are consciously aware of it or not. The goal is for positivity in all of our interactions.
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This applies to the use of any substances; whether it is excessive alcohol consumption or drug use .The suggested recommendation is one drink for women and two drinks for men as a daily maximum. Drugs are a whole other conversation, depending upon what and why you are taking them.
Personal training
Each individual has different needs. Everyone’s body is different. There may even be injuries and limitations. I specifically work with your energy. I design the best possible workout for you on any given day. Whether it is lifting weights, using resistance bands, stretching or yoga, I tune into what is best for you. It’s personal. There is a strong focus on alignment, form and posture. We work together as a team.
My specialty is working with individuals 50 and above. It is never too late to begin. Strength is necessary for activities of daily living. Resistance training is essential to help prevent bone loss and increase muscle. Training increases our bodies ability to stay strong and mobile. It also speeds up our metabolic function. This is paramount as we age.