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Yoga to Keep You Sane Through the Holidays

Nikki — Thu, 18 Nov 2021 19:00:08 +0000

“The holidays are a time of joy, thanksgiving, and revelry.” Unfortunately, they can also be a time for stress. Thanksgiving is one week away, and with all the preparations, decorations, shopping, cooking, and baking one can get very overwhelmed. Yoga is a great way to help de-stress your mind and body. In the link below, find 5 yoga poses that will help keep you sane throughout the holidays!

Yoga to Keep You Sane Through the Holidays

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How to Do Body Scan Meditation

Nikki — Thu, 16 Sep 2021 18:00:38 +0000

Do you feel tense and stressed out lately? Are you looking for ways to calm your nerves and listen to your inner being? Body Scan Meditation might be the answer for many. “What is body scan meditation? It’s when you focus on how each body part feels, from the crown of your head to your toes, so that you learn your body’s physical distress signals.” You might be thinking that simply sitting and trying to focus on your body isn’t going to help with stress levels, but the first step to relieving tension is to relax and try to calm your body. Meditation is a great tool to do this and one that can really work if you are open to it. Check out more about body scan meditation in the link below and how it may be able to help you!

How to Do Body Scan Meditation

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Why Do We Always Feel Tired?

Nikki — Tue, 02 Feb 2021 21:00:54 +0000

Do you ever wonder why you are so tired all the time? Or why you never have any energy? Well, according to Darin Olien it could be a variety of things but specifically he points out stress, poor nutrition, and dehydration as some top culprits. As we all know, life can be stressful but it’s how we deal with the stress that can affect our overall health. If you aren’t eating enough nutrient-dense foods, we are not fueling our bodies to produce the energy needed therefore feeling drained all day. See what Darin says about how nutrition can help us with stress & energy. Let’s start feeling better by taking the right steps to a new you!!

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9 Simple Ways to Reduce Stress Through Nutrition

Nikki — Wed, 28 Oct 2020 16:17:54 +0000

Stress is all around and there are many different reasons why we experience stress. Fortunately there are ways to deal with our stress through meditation, yoga, and other fitness programs. Another way to reduce stress is through our nutrition. Eating right and fueling your body with the appropriate foods can help you have the energy you need to face the day’s challenges. Without proper nutrition, one may feel drained and tired not being able to keep up with the day. If you are looking for ways to reduce stress with nutrition, check out the link below for 9 simple tips.

9 Simple Ways to Reduce Stress Through Nutrition

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How Does Exercise Reduce Stress?

Nikki — Thu, 15 Oct 2020 18:00:31 +0000

Stress is something that haunts us all at one time or another. How we deal with the stress is different for everyone, but one thing is certain stress can do a lot to our bodies and health. Did you know that exercise can help reduce stress, but how? Check out the link below… “We asked a psychologist and a personal trainer to answer; below they explain four specific ways exercise helps reduce stress.” What are some ways you deal with stress?

How Does Exercise Reduce Stress?

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Chamomile and Lavender Oat Milk Latte

Nikki — Tue, 26 May 2020 20:00:16 +0000

Are you looking for an evening drink to relax and decompress from a stressful day? Check out the recipe below for Chamomile and Lavender Oat Milk Latte. This is a tea recipe that is creamy like a latte and soothing like chamomile tea. It’s the perfect recipe to help unwind and find some calmness before the day comes to a close. The added Collagen Boost is a bonus for your skin and nails and does not alter the taste of the tea.

Ingredients

1 cup unsweetened oat milk

1 bag of chamomile and lavender tea blend

1 scoop of Beachbody Collagen Boost

1 tsp. honey

¼ tsp. vanilla extract

Instructions

Place a small sauce pot over medium-high heat; add oat milk. Bring to a gentle boil; remove from heat.
Add tea bag; let steep for 10 minutes. Remove bag; discard.
Add Beachbody Collagen Boost, honey (if using), and extract; mix well.
Pour oat milk mixture into a mug; serve warm.

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Stress Constipation and How to Prevent It

Nikki — Tue, 07 May 2019 21:00:14 +0000

Stress can affect a lot of things in our life, especially our health. It’s easy for someone to say “Don’t be so stressed out!”, but unfortunately telling someone to be less stressed doesn’t mean it’s going to relieve your stress. Have you ever heard of stress constipation? One of the main reasons people are constipated is due to stress… but how do you prevent this from happening? The following link has some answers on how to reverse stress constipation and/or how to prevent if from even happening. “Constipation is no joking matter as it can lead to serious health issues, including skin issues, fecal impaction, hemorrhoids, or even more severe colon issues.” It’s really important you understand your body and make sure it’s properly functioning.

Stress Constipation and How to Prevent It

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7 years ago on this day…

Nikki — Mon, 23 Apr 2018 17:56:10 +0000

7 years ago on this day {April 21, 2011}…

I made a decision that would change our family’s future forever.

I made a purchase on a credit card without my husbands knowledge.

I made the commitment to myself to change.

I made the decision to do something for me and I was selfish about it.

We were living paycheck to paycheck- well above our means, like putting groceries on a credit card

I was miserable with me, my body, and how i felt every day! I needed change and when my coach so kindly kept reminding me (for 8 months) that she had something that could help me I finally caved… the only regret O have is that i didn’t do it sooner

I didn’t want to sell to friends and family- i didn’t want to push anything on anyone- I just wanted to save the extra money while I worked on me… 2 weeks into my personal journey and I wanted EVERY MOM to feel like I did… so I continued to share my journey with a little flare of having them(anyone) join me on this journey- because the missing piece for me was Accountability and if I could get more of that I would be golden!

Little did I know that 2 months later I would be walking away from my $40k year teaching job for $60 a month but my passion is what truly shined and broke me from the chains of having a boss and someone telling me where to be and what I needed to do- along with kids that disrespected me and would rather be on the streets… I always had a passion for teaching but this opportunity gave me a purpose to share!

I love to empower women… I love to help them love themselves… and I love sharing how they can change their family’s future!

7 years ago change my life forever and I didn’t even like working out now I love it because it helps me love myself and shows me how taking care of your body truly reflects your mood! I knew nothing about fitness or nutrition for that matter- but I’m learning every single day!

This journey wouldn’t have been possible without all of my coaches

Broken City Girl turned CEO through finding herself

If this sounds like something that interests you, message me! OR fill out this form!

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Change or Stay the Same!

Nikki — Fri, 12 Jan 2018 16:22:18 +0000

If you are content with yourself, keep doing you…. If you would like to see a BETTER YOU, CHANGE WHAT YOUR DOING!!!!

When you want something bad enough you will do the things that will get you there! If that means wake up early, go to bed later, sacrifice sleep or your TV shows, its all about HOW BAD YOU WANT CHANGE!!!

In the last 6 1/2 years of my journey I have wanted change so bad, as bad as I wanted to breath! Here are some tips to help you change your current state or what you want!

Change your routine.- Whether you need to wake up earlier or go to bed later.
Get someone to keep you accountable.- Share your goals with a spouse/significant other, a friend/coworker.
Change the scenery.- If your house is dark- lighten it up, if you are working out at the gym, start at home.
Get something that will motivate you.- smaller shirt, swimsuit, new workout clothes/shoes.
PLAN AND PREP.- Plan each week out, when you’ll workout, what you’ll eat. and prepare for it! Set you workout clothes out the night before/take them to work and wear them home. Prep your meals, breakfast-snacks-lunches-dinners. YES YOU CAN PREP IT ALL!

You can’t change if you continue to do the things you’ve been doing that are not changing you!!!!

do you need help?? REACH OUT! @ nminton24@gmail.com <<< Erase the doubt and fill this out!>>>>

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Summer Bodies are Made in Winter

Nikki — Mon, 08 Jan 2018 15:53:44 +0000

It’s about that time!!!! Swim Suits are in the stores and we are all planning our summer vacations!

Where will you be going this summer???

Let’s take off those bulky clothes and get into our workout gear and get working on our Summer bodes!!!!

YOU CAN DO IT, IF YOU PUT YOUR MIND TO IT!!!

If you have 10 extra minutes, you have time to workout! If you watch TV- YEP that’s time to be working out and getting healthy!!! Wake up 30 minutes early!

No need to spend hours at the gym or commuting to a gym, when your gym can be your LIVING ROOM!!!!

I hear so often, I just want to unwind when I get home from work or I would rather sleep an extra 30 minutes… what does that do for you? Does it give you energy for your day or help you sleep better at night? Do you release your stresses of the day some other way? Do you release your endorphins? Do you have full energy from start to stop? Is that why you have to “unwind” at the end of the day?

Life is busy, I get it! I have 3 kids- 2 in sports, a busy toddler, run a business, and have a husband with a crazy busy schedule! I GET BUSY! But when I can workout in the am, it starts my day! I go to bed when the kids do- or i’ll stay up an extra 30-60 minutes and chat with my husband! Life can get crazy- but if you don’t have a way to destress, its going to catch up to you! Lets get you a way to get the energy you need now and work on that body you want to have this summer!!!

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