Physical Wellness is one of the 7 Aspects of Wellness, the major life areas that need our attention for total wellness and a full, complete lifestyle. This wellness aspect is an essential factor in how we feel, and it is vital that we all engage in Physical Wellness activities if we want to feel good about ourselves and our lives. Everyone has different ideas and experiences when it comes to Physical Wellness. Some of us don’t think about it at all. Some of us set unrealistically high standards for ourselves and give up when we don’t meet those goals. Some of us make attempts to get more fit and feel healthier, ...
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This article has been reprinted with permission from 123feelbetter.net: For those of us looking to be more in balance, we often struggle with where to start. More than being the huge statements of change, balance is found in the more subtle changes that take hold. How can I achieve balance in just five minutes, you ask? Keep reading for some small actions that can make a big difference. Emotional Wellness: Journaling is perhaps the single most important action in an Emotional Wellness plan. Even if you only have a few moments in a given day, taking a little time to check in with yourself and what you’re feeling will help ...
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A wise, young Kevin Costner was once told, “If you build it, they will come.” Lets all take this prophetic message to heart and recognize, what we choose for ourselves will become our life. Here’s a cheat sheet on healthy goal creation. You are welcome… How to Set Goals Consciously Who doesn’t love a quick-and-dirty how-to guide? Once you’ve figured out your motivations and expectations, how do you go about setting a conscious goal? Here are a few things to keep in mind: You decide what you want and need. It is important to take into account how your choices will affect your loved ones, but ultimately you must ...
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The following is an article submitted by a dedicated yogi and Christian and a champion of the StretchLaughLove cause, Karly Behymer. More posts by her, including some fabulous nutrition information can be found on her website. What Christians Can Learn from Yoga I feel like I am in an interesting position. I have been a dedicated follower of Christ for all my life, and have made it a point ever since I was old enough to understand God (in what little way I can understand God) to live every moment to glorify Him. And somehow, whether it has been God’s path for my life, or whether it has been the ...
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StretchLaughLove exists to share yoga and physical wellness with all communities, because we believe that physical wellness leads to other forms of health and happiness. Do you believe in our mission and want to donate? Please do! It costs up to 100 dollars per class to offer classes in the community including all insurance, equipment, transportation, fees, administration, etc. Our goal is to spread far and wide, so every penny counts. Donate here! Do you have a community project (ex. Yoga for Recovery, Yoga for Children, Pilates in the Park) you want to get started but you need some support? Contact us and we'll help you get liability waivers ...
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For those of you wishing to shed a few pesky pounds, we invite you to love yourself. You don't need to loose weight to be perfect. You already are! Here we've provided a simple weight loss calculator plugin indicating how many calories per day will help you reach your weight goal. This is just speculative, and does not substitute getting real medical advice. Please contact your doctor before planning any weight loss regime. {{weight-loss-calculator}} Also, you must get up, walk to a mirror, and tell yourself how beautiful you are. Everyday.
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Are you embarrassed to go into a new class when you don't know any of the moves? We completely understand. How many awesome things in your life didn’t start out with fear? Approaching a hottie for the first time. Branching out and trying new things. Having a baby. Traveling. Any of these sound familiar? Our world expands when we expand our comfort zone. If we do not push the boundaries every day, they will continue to shrink. We must put ourselves out there if we want to be loved, make a difference, and feel involved in a community. Stretch Laugh Love understands this feeling, however, and wants to give you a boost. We strive to include ...
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True that. This is why Stretch Laugh Love was created. We believe that everyone should have access to physical wellness education, regardless of their socioeconomic status. That’s why we have combed the internet and community for some of the best and free workout videos on the web. Feel inspired to do a video or two every week. Explore new styles, and expand your exercise repetoire. So what if I have the money, but I like this site because it is free? Part of our mission at Stretch Laugh Love is to bring physical wellness education to communities that don’t have it. This includes connecting volunteers with homeless shelters, rehabillitation centers, ...
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How much time do you have? Can you spare 30 minutes a day for some stretching? An hour three times a week for a yoga class? Fifteen minutes three times a week to take a walk? Here's a good way to see if you could spare a few minutes... How much time do you spend on facebook? Working out doesn’t have to be running at 6am everyday for thirty minutes a day before a hard day at work. It certainly can be, but don’t drown your motivation in unrealistic expectations. Here at Stretch Laugh Love we have offered access to video and audio classes that meet your needs. They range from ...
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Ahh, the eternal wish, "I want everything but I want to do as little as possible to get it." Well, we’re here to tell you, “Get off your butt!” Seriously. Right now, stand up. Reach up towards the sky, take a deep breath in. Exhale and let your arms drift down to your sides. Roll your shoulders back. Bend your knees like you are going to sit down in your chair, but don’t sit down, not yet. Inhale here. Exhale sit down and release. [For those of you reading, stand up and try it now. We’ll wait…] Congratulations! You took the first step towards a healthier, happier you. You ...
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