I have always found kayaking exciting and an excellent way to get exercise! I was thrilled when I was taught by one of the best kayakers out there. He was patient, taking the time to share best practices and safety details with me. I can often hear his voice when I venture out and as I make my decisions in the water! I made plans with a friend to go kayaking since we had a long weekend ahead of us with plenty of free time. My uncle has several kayaks, and he never minds when we borrow them. We planned our route with the destination being along Waterton Lake. We decided we would camp at a lovel ..read more

I love running all year long, but you do have to take care of your body differently in the winter weather. It is going to be cold, and as you run, you will warm up. Running shoes with excellent traction are essential. You don’t want to slip and fall because of the conditions. You need shoes that grip well so you can stay upright as you run. It is even better if they are waterproof. Avoid running on ice, stick to cleared sidewalks or snow packed areas. Be aware of possible risks such as uneven sidewalks. You won’t be able to see them under the snow. There can be undetected ice in areas too so b ..read more

Wonderful super foods have emerged, giving those interested in improved health and fitness benefits a way for them to achieve what they desire. This includes sources of protein, great tasting berries, and probiotics. Being properly educated on healthy foods is a good way for someone to change their habits. It gives them a chance to feel their best both physically and mentally. It can help them prevent health issues or fight ailments they already have. It is interesting though that the trends relating to super foods change over time. Each year, there tend to be a few that are very popular. Late ..read more

Let go of the thoughts in your head about being perfect when it comes to yoga poses. Let go of not being perfect when it comes to how you breathe through those poses. It takes time to master the basics. Be patient and kind with yourself, but also give it 100% to do it correctly. You don’t want to develop bad habits that hinder the value of yoga or bad habits that could increase the risk of an injury. I will be the first to admit that I take extra breaths during yoga inversions. I try to sneak them, but I am sure many others do this too. The goals and practices of yoga though encourage you to d ..read more

While there are many remarkable places in Waterton to hike, Crypt Lake is one of the best! Grab your gear and make sure you have clothing to keep you cool or warm. It may be warm when you start but it can get colder before you know it. When I first moved to Waterton, I knew I wanted to hike at Crypt Lake. It was disappointing that I had to put it on the back burner for a bit while I focused on getting settled. I had read on several occasions that Crypt Lake is one of the best hiking experiences in all of Canada! I wanted to find out for myself, and I wasn’t disappointed! I planned to complete ..read more

More energy, a toned body, larger muscles, and losing weight are all common reasons people set out to create a fitness program that works for them. Everyone has unique goals and abilities. Everyone can’t get into a gym due to schedules. Others feel self-conscious about working out in public. A good option could be a virtual Nielsen Fitness trainer! You can workout on your schedule and from the privacy of your home! I will admit, I was skeptical of this concept when I first learned about it! I found this information during COVID-19 when our gyms were closed. I was doing my best to get ready for ..read more

Winter is here! Between the constant illnesses, the extreme cold, and the tight, dry skin, I find myself wondering why I live in such a cold climate. Ha ha! Even with the humidifier blasting all day and night, my skin is flaky and gross, which is why I was happy to give Pascoe’s skincare line a try this winter! Benefits of hyaluronic acid on your skin include; hydration, smooths skin texture, and helps reduce wrinkles and lines. It can also reduce scarring! (Guess I’ll rub that into the old c-section scar!) Pascoe hyaluronic products contain the essence of 8 plants: passionflower, marigold, pa ..read more

I’m not one to put together a bunch of shopping lists at the holidays, but rather leave that to those bloggers who put together beautiful gift guides with ideas for every type of person with every type of budget. I typically pull items saved in my Amazon cart to give friends and family gift ideas and almost every item related to health and wellness. So I thought I would share some ideas for a wellness gift guide for your loved ones this year. Red Light Therapy Panel– Infrared light is used to treat a wide range of musculoskeletal problems and believed to relieve pain, boost collagen, and imp ..read more

This fall has been exquisite, probably the best fall since I moved here twelve years ago! My garden grew up until the first week of October and the fall hiking has been amazing. I was super lucky to get out and explore Haig Ridge in my search for larches, but last weekend I caught the last of them at Upper Rowe Lake. Length- 8.3 miles total (Out & back) Elevation gain– 2221 ft. Hayley and I set off on a warm but windy day toward Upper Rowe Lake. We had done this hike last year with the girls so we knew what to expect in term of elevation gain, scenery, and the time it would take. After the ..read more

I’ve always been a great sleeper but lately stress and kids waking me up has really impacted my sleep quality. This is completely new territory for me as I’ve always been such a solid sleeper. I’ve done a few things to try and fix this issue; I sauna before bed, I try to get to bed earlier, I take Pascoflair Night, and I TRY to set my kids up so they will sleep through the night.  Sauna My days are stressful. Working from home almost full time paired with school drop offs, sports, play dates, taking care of two young kids, and cooking and cleaning has turned me into a walking ball of stre ..read more