StaywellMA

It's that time of the year for family or solo summer vacation trips. Life on the road can quickly get unhealthy if you don't plan ahead of time to stay healthy and  fit. Or maybe like me, you just travel alot for work. Here are 5 ways I stay active on the road whether am heading to a city like New York where the hotels for sure have a gym or am roughing it out in the jungles of Maine and Vermont. 1. Planning   Call the hotel ahead of time or look on their website to confirm that they have a fitness center or pool. I always call because sometimes they might be closed for specific seasons or under construction. Some hotels with no fitness center have affiliations with a local gym where hotel guests can get a free pass to workout. 2. Preparation Always pack a workout attire and shoes. I also always bring a swimsuit because swimming is such a good and relaxing full body workout. 3. Bring Your own Equipment . It could be a workout dvd, some free wei...

Did you know that watermelon  is over + 90% water and just about 6% sugar ? So if you're like me... you don't mind drinking water but every now and then you want to spice things up, try making some simple watermelon juice. I prefer it blended as a drink because I do not like the solid texture. The simpler the better. Because for me, once you start adding more ingredients* to the recipe you're deviating from its natural taste* and nutritional value.  To keep up with what am up to on the daily, don't forget to follow me on instagram at @fitpaysangirl. Have a great weekend! Stay Hydrated!

Standing Forward Fold Muscles Engaged: 1. Hip muscles  2. Hamstring muscles  3. Calf muscles This pose takes away the pressure of standing upright from your neck.  Also some people find it relaxing because with your head below your heart, blood rushes to your brain. This sudden extra supply of oxygen has been known to reduce stress and anxiety. I can see how it may seem uncomfortable when you're new to yoga and your ability to reach your ankles may be difficult or slightly uncomfortable . For me I find this stretch to be relaxing and ofcourse if you have any back pain or spine injuries please consult with your primary care before attempting this movement. *Tip: You can also perform the forward fold sitting down. Save 40.0% on this Posture Corrector with promo code 40OWX72G, through 7/31 while supplies last.

“Start somewhere today.  Don’t put it off.  You can do something no matter how ‘small’ you think it is in terms of your long-term goal.  Every step you take is one you’ll be thankful for when you get there.  Remember: You’re lapping everyone who’s still on the couch” _Caressa Sharp ____________________________________ June has ended with me on the floor of my good friend's living room, sipping ginger tea and wailing at the unproductive & fruitlessness of my life at the moment. .  I am not meeting my life goals. I am a corporate wellness consultant who is struggling with losing weight and working out. Even though I have a graduate degree in my field, I'm having major imposter syndrome. I am not putting to action my plan of action. I mean what's the point of having a to do list and a game plan if you're not going to put it in practise? I have YET to complete my vision board **Jesus take the wheel** lol As I evaluate the...