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Why do we take stretching for granted?

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Buddha once said, " Your body is precious. It is our vehicle for awakening. Treat it with care."

This past few months I have been able to continue to connect with individuals who are not physically active, even when asked the simple question, Do you stretch? The answer always  seem to be, I am too busy? It's no wonder that many people don't include some form of physical activity into their daily routine, but I also believe many individual are in pre-contemplation stages of changes because of habits in their daily routine and/or environment. 


Stretching is a stress relieving activity, you feel it immediately in your muscles, ligaments, and joints. It's an activity that can help reduce headaches, assist in posture, and help reduce body ache and pain. Stretching allows for the body to be flexible to prevent future pain. So of course we don't feel much pain in our Teens and early 20's if you are healthy, but once you reach 30's 40's, and 50's your body naturally goes through changes because of age and health. So, its good timing to evaluate if you can benefit from daily stretch exercise routines. 

Start planning to include stretching during am or pm for about 10 minutes and you can increase time as you go. If you have an injury or illness that prohibits this daily practice check in with your provider to see what your limits are before beginning. If your healthy and good to go think about what stretch exercises you may wan to include.


The following are different stretch exercises : 

Back stretch

Arm Stretch (Tricep)

Hamstring Stretch 

 Knee to Chest Stretch



These are just a few examples you can find on the internet, but there are many more you can find. If you do include stretching, listen to your body. If something hurts STOP! because stretching can be uncomfortable, but it should never be painful. If there is persistent pain, you might want to get evaluated in case there is an underlying condition. I hope you get inspire and motivate to keep your body healthy and flexible. 







Body Movement for Wellness

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 Happy Sunday Mujeres! 

Whether you are getting ready to have a chill Sunday at your home or go out in the community with family and friends. I want you to keep one thing in mind and ask yourself, when the last time you prioritize gentle movement for your body? I am referring to exercise such as: yoga, weightlifting, Pilates, walking, running, stretching or dancing proactively. The reason we should all be thinking about this is because our bodies crave proactive movement. 

If you're laughing and responded Never...It's time to start thinking about why you should and the benefits. As women we go through many health transitions with our mind, body, and soul and this means energy has to flow to find harmony. Movement helps increase the amount of oxygen and nutrients to the body which means increasing levels of good energy. And seriously, who doesn't want good energy?! 

Here are a couple benefits of Daily Movement:

                1. Mood 
                2. Energy
                3. Weight Management
                4. Good Sleep
                5. Self-Confidence
                6. Less Stagnation and friction in the muscles and bones 
                7. Overall Good Health



To get some motivation going find a good space in your home or outdoors to set up an exercise corner. I found a particular area in my bedroom corner next to a mirror and plant where I've added a small free weight bracket, so I can easily engage in a 30-minute workout at home. 



 Remember, you don't have to spend a couple hundred dollars if you already have existing equipment. Grab what you already have and create a wellness corner or simply grab your walking or running shoes and head outdoors. Being outdoors is natural medicine, so walk or run around your neighborhood, community park, or hike trails. Motivation starts with actionable steps, so what step will you take? 





Recovering From a Really Bad Cold

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Happy Hump Day Mujeres! I am here at home recovering from a bad cold after catching my son's daycare cuddies! Yup, my little nugget has started daycare and unfortunately he was slammed with a really bad cold and cough the first week that then turn into a mild fever with an ear infection. He just couldn't catch a break and since I had to take care of him of course I was bound to catch the cuddies which has prolonged recovery time

To say the least, I am use to recovering in 2-3 days top, but this cold was definitely a brutal one for my son and I. So, it got me thinking how to share a couple tips and pointers to help other moms and woman recover from a really bad cold.





1. Recover: If you are a working mom (like myself) it's important to not push your body. You have to take some days of work to help Rest and Recover. I know this can be overwhelming as we watch our accruals deplete because you also want to take vacation time, but if your company has sick time (use it) if not use your PTO and then ESI can kick in. I wanted to preserve my hours as much as possible because I also need vacation time while also thinking about my son's future doctor's appointment and/or if he gets sick again. (It's not easy to watch your hard couple hours deplete so quickly, but your health does come first) 

2. Hydration: Your body is going to need to stay hydrated during your sick days because you will feel your body and joints ache. Staying hydrated can help the body expel the funky stuff out, but also keep your immune and organ system going. Trust me you do not want to experience dehydration because then your muscles will start cramping and twitching. This is also a good time to check your water and electrolyte supply. If your low, make a run to the store, so you have easy access at home to fill up your water bottle and zippy cups for you little ones. 

5. Medication: If your cold symptoms get worse and linger with new symptoms such as sinus infection, cough with trouble breathing, fever, and/or ear infection don't hesitate to make an appointment with your primary doctor or call the nurses line to evaluate your symptoms. Once you place the call the RN will inform you which express clinic is closest to you for a same day evaluation because you might needs medication such as antibiotics to help treat symptoms. Since, I took care of my son during his really bad sick days, I ended up catching an ear infection plus cellulitis of the eye due to the heavy sinus congestion. And was fortunate enough to go to the Pediatric and Adult Clinic to be evaluated and get a prescription for both of us.  The cold can be cruel because it can start with one symptom and build up from there. 

6. Nourishment: During your sick days you won't have much of an appetite, but it's important to eat because your body needs the nutrients for recovery. This is the time to focus on hot foods such as soups, broth, tea, and water intake. You might now have the energy to cook, but when your a mom, you find yourself cooking to help the little ones get better, plus  home cooked meals will help with your recovery time. Remember eating is a major form of self care during sick days.  

7. Stretch/Breathwork: Stretching is vital to help keep body flexible because you notice when your ill you go into fetal position when sleeping and/or when sitting your slouching keeping muscles and ligaments shorten and cramped causing body to ache more. It's important to include a morning stretch or night time stretch to help body reduce stress and anxiety when ill. Breathwork is also helpful to help keep pulmonary diaphragm active and increase oxygen flow throughout the body to help increase relaxation and reduce stagnation. A combination of both will help the body expel the bad energy that comes with illness. 

 8. Sleep: Feeling well rested during sick day is Vital! But it can be hard if your taking care of a little one who is also sick. Something I found helpful is to sleep when they sleep because you won't get that window back. So even though it was hard the first day, the second day become easier to take a nap when he has napping, but it's also helpful to go to bed early. Don't stay past 10pm scrolling through your phone and try to catch a Netflix episode because although it's tempting you will feel more restless the next day if the body is not resting. Sleeping will reduce your stress when feeling ill, improve energy, and help recover. Since being in my new place, I have decided to remove all electronics away from the bedroom. Sleep is important because without melatonin, you won't have sufficient rest which will make it harder to recover when feeling ill. 



Dr. Emma Wagner, Chiropractic Practitioner

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Happy Wednesday Mujeres!

 Can you believe we are in the month of March already and heading into Spring with a couple of wellness goals in mind. I know at least for me, I have been integrating stretching into my night routine, so my body can distress, relax, but most of all improve my flexibility. 

Speaking of stretching, I recently had a conversation with Dr. Emma regarding preventive care and establishing healthy habits to make health transition for women's health easy for the mind and body. Allow me to introduce, Dr. Emma Wagner, a chiropractic practitioner located in San Clemente who specializes in chiropractic care, energy medicine, functional medicine, and nutritional coaching, all aimed at improving well-being and helping individuals lead healthier, more vibrant lives. Her holistic approach empower clients to unlock their bodies' healing potential and experience increased vitality and wellness

Join me in tonight's podcast episode as Dr. Emma and I discuss why preventive care is vital practice for women in general and how we can achieve connecting with practitioners who are offering different healing modalities to help navigate women achieve optimum health. 



 

Dr. Emma will be offering a giveaway to one lucky winner that will receive a free discovery vitality session, PEMF mat session, and a product as a giveaway package. Please make sure to follow Saludable Latina on Instagram, like Dr. Emma podcast post and tag one friend. The lucky winner will be announced, March 15th at 6pm pacific time. 

links and resources:

sanclementevitality.com




Wellness Weekend at Babylist Beverly Hills

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 If your a mom or soon to be expecting, then this blog post is just for you!

I was recently on Instagram thinking about what I would like to post for 2024 and I came across this great event happening next weekend known as the Wellness Weekend at Babylist Beverly Hills Showroom & Shop!  I was immediately drawn to the name because it had the word wellness and thought to myself this must be good. So, I clicked the link in the bio and read the following:

In the midst of life's hustle and bustle, we recognize the importance of finding balance, connection, and serenity. Join us at Babylist Beverly Hills Showroom & Shop for a laid-back and wellness-infused weekend on Saturday, 1/27, and Sunday, 1/28, as we usher in the New Year with positive energy and good intentions. Brought to you in partnership with ByHeart.


Doesn't the introduction make you more curious?!  If so, I encourage you to click the following link to find out more information about the event and Reserve your FREE ticket: wellness-weekend-at-babylist-beverly-hills-showroom

If you still haven't clicked the link.... below is a short summary by the event coordinator of what to anticipated the day of:

🧘 Bala Sessions: Begin your day with a sense of calmness and rejuvenation. In partnership with @Bala we will be offering two free classes (sign up here). A gentle 30-minute Yoga Flow followed by a grounding 15-minute Sound Bath, tailored to all experience levels.

🥕Juice Bar: Elevate your senses with a trip to our Juice Bar, where vibrant flavors and nourishing ingredients come together to create a delightful experience.

🔮 Aura Photography: The colors of your Aura are unique and provide insights into your mind, body & spirit. Photos are printed onsite for you to take home

📸 360 Camera: Come try out our new 360 camera and discover a whole new way to capture and share every moment

🎨 Crafts: Engage your creative side at our friendship bracelet-making, where you and your family can participate in hands-on activities.

💆Massage and Earseeds: Whether you choose a massage to unwind or experience the gentle magic of earseeds, This is your sanctuary for well-deserved self-care. Join us for a moment of bliss and discover the incredible benefits of these wellness rituals. 

And so much more! 







Hello 2024

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I know many of you are wondering, where have I been and if I would ever write again or do another podcast?  The answer is Yes, I am gently returning back to create for my health blog. To be quite honest, I  thought after having my  baby, I would bounce right back and pick up where I left off, but life had other plans in stored for me that I was not expecting. Aside from finally becoming a mom to a beautiful handsome boy, there were two additional major  life transitions in my personal and professional career that made an impact on how things were going to be moving forward. 

I realized I was going to face new challenges, and I wasn't quite sure how I would navigate this part of my life, but I know I don't want to give up! So, here I am exploring life as a Single Mother while co-parenting and gently making decisions to be proactive again as I have so much to share in the wellness space from a new perspective.  l look forward to re-engaging with my readers and followers as I continue to work on a lot of personal, professional and creative goals. I look forward to re-engaging with the platform I've created to continue connecting women about their wellness journey because I know it has a purpose. 

I want to thank my supporters for hanging in there as my blog and podcast went dormant. And I look forward to re-connecting and returning back with new health and wellness initiatives. Stay tuned for 2024 amigas. 













Why Cardiovascular Screenings are Importante

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And just like that we are close to the month February ending, but before we say goodbye. Let's talk Cardiovascular Health with Gabriela John. Gabriela is currently working for a non-profit as Health Educator for the WISEWOMAN program (well integrated screening and evaluation for women across the nation).  Gabriela previously worked in Mexico as Public Health Clinical Dietitian and had her own successful private practice for over 10 years. She graduated from the Universidad Autonoma and holds a Master's in Public Health with a concentration in Health Promotion.  


We are very fortunate to have Gabriela as part of the WISEWOMAN team to help navigate women to take care of their heart health and understand and reduce their risk for heart disease and stroke by providing services to promote lasting heart healthy lifestyles. Tune into this week's episode as Gabriela and I have a talk about why women should be taking care of their Corazones!

 


To know more about the  WISEWOMAN PROGRAM click on the link. 
If you like to email Gabriela she may be reached at lndggv@hotmail.com