January 2010

Chia Pets, Aztec Warriors and Your Health

By Amber | January 26th

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Chi- chi- chi chia! At some point in life you probably ended up with a ceramic head, cow, or bunny and a pack of chia seeds. Oh the lovable Chia Pet. Usually intended as a quick gag gift that might sprout once in it’s brief home on your kitchen counter, the nostalgic earthen wear surprisingly

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Get More Out Of Your Workout With These Pilates Principles

By Amber | January 19th

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A few days ago I introduced you all to the first three fundamental Pilates principles and how you can utilize them in all your various workouts and activities. We learned how breath work, centering and focusing the mind on the body’s precise actions will build awareness and depth to any movement. Emphasizing quality versus quantity

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Simple Breath Exercise For Clarity And Energy

By Amber | January 13th

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When was the last time you felt yourself breath? The automatic flow of rich oxygen in and out of the lungs hardly registers in our consciousness as we dash between tasks everyday. Only when we get super stressed and anxiety ridden do we notice that our tickers are pumping hard and our breath is quick

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Pilates Principles You Should Use In Every Workout

By Amber | January 13th

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Have you noticed how many more people are out and about jogging, cycling and simply being active? As I power walked along the Marina here in San Francisco over the weekend I couldn’t help but notice the thick enthusiasm in the air. Whether it’s an outdoor romp or a sweat session in your gym’s hip

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The Commuter Squeeze Workout

By Amber | January 10th

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Hilarious, yet effective! Surprisingly you can get a quick burn in while you sit bored in traffic or riding the train to work. Instead of daydreaming or stressing over work related tasks, clear your mind by focusing on your body for a few minutes. I found this simple workout through a friend who works for

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Start The Year Squeaky Clean With These Top Detox Foods

By Amber | January 8th

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The holiday season is officially over. We’ve danced, drank, and ate our way into oblivion and now it’s time to detox. Excess sugar, fat, and alcohol slurped down during those shimmery cocktail parties clogs and slows the vital filtering abilities of our livers. Don’t worry, I am not a fan of fasts and crazy detox

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A Video Message From Me To You: 2010 Bring It!

By Amber | January 5th

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Here I sit. In a coffee shop, under the clouds, energy pulsing through my veins, now what? It’s the fourth day of a new year, a new decade and the rest of my life. As I settle back into San Francisco after spending 7 months living out of two backpacks around Australia, it’s time to

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