Did you know that the colors of the chakras also give off energy? The clothes and shoes you wear, the color you decide to paint your home, or the color of your car … all give off a specific energy based on the chakras.  Wearing Red colors helps you connect to your root chakra. Connecting you to the energy of safety, security and grounding.   Wearing Orange colors help you connect to your sacral chakra. Connecting you to the energy of creativity, sensuality and will power.    Wearing Yellow colors helps you connect to your solar plexu ..read more

Stress is an inevitable part of modern life, thanks to our fast-paced jobs, never-ending to-do lists, and constant connectivity. While a certain amount of stress is normal, excessive or chronic stress can damage mental and physical health.   The good news is that besides stress management techniques like meditation, exercise, and getting enough sleep, what you eat can also help combat stress. Certain foods have been shown to reduce cortisol levels, which is our body’s stress hormone. If you’re struggling with emotional or mental distress, adding certain foods to your diet can help allevi ..read more

Group exercise classes tend to go in and out of style. From jazzercise to barre, trendy workout classes often pop up in the fitness industry. However, there’s one fitness class that seems to have withstood the test of time—boot camps.   What is a boot camp workout?   Boot camps are inspired by military training, so they use basic bodyweight exercises and interval training to get an effective and efficient workout. Over time, many fitness professionals have adapted the boot camp style to cater to their clients’ goals. However, the overall experience remains the same.   Boot camps ..read more

As the last traces of winter fade away, Spring marks a time of renewal, growth, and a vibrant celebration of movement. The month of April presents the unique opportunity to take advantage of all the natural beauty that Indiana has to offer. Blooming flowers, budding trees, and the energy of spring festivals create a beautiful setting to explore our personal movement and expression.     Indiana’s diverse landscape, featuring gems like Turkey Run State Park and the tranquil White River, offers a refreshing escape from our everyday hustle, and creates a perfect opportunity to embrace th ..read more

Happy National Nutrition Month! This March, celebrate National Nutrition Month by following these 5 simple tips for healthy eating:   1. Practice balance.   A balanced diet consists of healthy foods from all main food groups: fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean protein, and healthy fats. All food groups have their own health benefits, which makes eating a variety of different foods so important.   For example, a peanut butter sandwich on whole wheat bread already includes sources of whole grains, protein, and healthy fats. But adding some carrot sticks or apple slices on the ..read more

  If you are new to matwork Pilates, you might be wondering what to expect during your first mat-based session.   A Pilates mat class will typically include exercises performed from six start positions: standing, sitting, supine (lying face up), prone (lying face down), 4-point kneeling (hands and knees/all fours), and side-lying. These start positions challenge our core stability, strengthen our muscles, and mobilize our joints by orienting our body in different ways against the forces of gravity.   The focus of most Pilates exercises is strengthening our core muscles (pelvic f ..read more

Rest Periods For Strength Training     Including rest periods between your weight training sets is one of the training variables you must change to trigger physiological change within your body.   Rest periods are crucial as some of the other training variables you need to manipulate to achieve your training goals.    The amount of weight the number of sets and repetitions is closely tied to your training goals and outcomes for your program. You should begin to view weight as intensity and sets/reps as volume. Together, we can manipulate those to tailor exactly what yo ..read more

Celebrating the Rich Tapestry of Black People’s Contributions to Dance     Dance is a universal language that transcends borders and brings people together through movement, rhythm, and expression. Throughout history, Black people have played a pivotal role in shaping and enriching the world of dance, leaving an indelible mark on various dance forms. In this blog post, we celebrate the vibrant and diverse contributions of Black individuals to the world of dance, exploring the cultural, social, and artistic significance of their influence.       The roots of many d ..read more

With the start of a new year and January comes a wave of healthy resolutions – lose weight, eat better. Consuming more vegetables is always a smart goal. A diet high in vegetables can provide essential vitamins, antioxidants, fiber that boost immunity, aid weight management, and enhance athletic performance.   Between hectic schedules and convenience eating, meeting vegetable intake recommendations often falls off the priority list. As a dietitian, I will talk about my favorite simple tricks for effortlessly incorporating more vegetables into your daily meals and snacks.   Add Vegeta ..read more

5 Tips on How to Get Back to the Gym After Taking a Hiatus and Expectations   It’s easy to stop going to the gym in the middle of the year and so much harder to get back into it if after a long break. Maybe you’re on your way to recovering from an injury, maybe you’ve just come back from a holiday, or maybe life got in the way. In the New Year, here are some tips on how to get back to the gym after taking a long break and expectations.   Don’t expect to be at the same level you were before   Unfortunately, regardless of whether you are a runner, weightlifter, or Zumba enthusias ..read more