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MSU Extension office A new year is perfect for resetting and refocusing on your health and wellness goals. Being more present or mindful is a great way to start. What is mindfulness? Mindfulness is the process or practice of gently focusing on your awareness in the present moment. Being more mindful can help you feel your best and meet the goals you set for yourself. Here are some tips to get you started. Detox digitally. Set aside at least 30 minutes each day to unplug from screens. Use this time to connect with yourself, read, or simply enjoy some quiet…

Online yoga has changed — not just in how people practice, but in how people learn, train, and build careers in yoga.What used to be a simple idea — “online yoga classes” — has quietly evolved into a complex ecosystem of platforms serving very different purposes. Today, the online yoga space includes daily practice subscriptions, professional teacher training programs, continuing education systems, therapeutic education models, and highly specialized certification pathways — all often grouped under the same label.After years of building platforms, hosting training programs, and working in this space, one thing has become clear: most people are making decisions…

Health and exercise professionals can elevate their practice by optimizing results for all clients, no matter their size, fitness level or experience with exercise, through inclusive fitness practices, proper recovery strategies and personalized programming. In this clip from a recent live webinar, our expert panel discusses the concept of exercise as a stressor, the interplay between exercise and recovery, and advice they would give their younger selves early in their careers: Smarter Program Design for Every Body (worth 0.6 ACE CECs) empowers pros with inclusive, science-backed strategies to move beyond one-size-fits-all programming and better serve the clients in front of them. Through expert-led…

Thibaut Meurisse is the French Author of over 20 great Self Help books including this one and the bestseller” Master Your Emotions”. There is an accompanying workbook to the book.He gives a seven step process to overcoming limiting beliefs and validating a new empowering mindset.He says it is important to condition our minds daily and emphasises the importance of daily, morning and evening rituals.He advises stacking a morning ritual of meditation,gratitude,affirmations and daily goal setting for maximum success and an evening ritual eg an earlier bedtime .He details the essentials of a mastery mindset which include perserverance and focusing on…

On the hunt for an easy and amazing chicken recipe for your air fryer? Look no further! Not gonna lie, I love fried chicken. I don’t have it that often though, as its so greasy and calorie laden. I was looking for a way to make chicken super crispy without having to sacrifice a lot of flavor or texture. After doing some research online and looking at various recipes, I noticed a lot of them used baking powder. Its the baking powder that acts as a secret ingredient for chicken in the air fryer that gets the chicken skin ultra…

I honestly thought making this dress would be super risky. It felt too niche of a market to get into but at the same time, I personally wanted a dress like this FOR ME, for THIS Lunar New Year, so I was like whatever, I’ll just make it anyway because the heart wants what it wants so the heart gets what it wants. MANDARIN COLLAR FESTIVAL DRESS OKAY WELL YOU GUYS APPARENTLY I AM NOT THE ONLY ONE WHO WANTED IT I AM SHOCKEDDDDD We’re 100% SOLD OUT in deep cherry 100% SOLD OUT in black 100% SOLD OUT in…

Since launching in November 2023, the service has supported 3,791 people to access tailored employment advice alongside Talking Therapies support. By integrating mental health and employment guidance, the service has helped individuals overcome workplace challenges, rebuild confidence, and create more stable futures for themselves and their families.Over the past year alone (April 2024–March 2025), the service engaged with 1,881 people, and it is on track to support a further 2,280 people between April 2025 and March 2026. This growth reflects improved referral processes, stronger collaboration with therapy teams, and expanded outreach across local communities.The Employment Advisors in Talking Therapies service…

62 This is a common question that comes up in yoga teacher trainings as well as in conversations with yoga teachers. Should you only teach yoga poses that you can do? It’s a wonderful question and that comes up time and time again. In this blog, I will share 5 factors to consider as you build your understanding of this question. As a simple yes or no isn’t going to be sufficient for this one. Table of Contents Why Direct Experience Matters Living Your Yoga in Teaching Ethics When Life (and Injuries) Happen Staying Just One Step Ahead of Your…

All of my labor and birthing experiences have been completely different and unique, but as a mom of 4 now, I’ve found that all of the postpartum recovery essentials are just as essential for helping me heal. With Sidney’s birth, I felt as though going into the postpartum period after birth was completely shocking. No one mentioned there would be excessive bleeding, vaginal tearing so bad you can’t even pee, stinging, sweats, chills, leaking boobs, crying — and yes, even those glorious hemorrhoids. Oh my. Last year, Frida Mom shared a beautiful ad that was rejected from airing during the…

Of the equipment you’ll find in a gym, dumbells are some of the most versatile. From foundational exercises to advanced moves, there are many different ways you can use dumbells to bulk up your muscles. Use this guide to learn progressive techniques with dumbbells for muscle growth. Introduction to Dumbbell Training for Muscle Growth If you’re serious about muscle growth, dumbbells are a must-have in your fitness arsenal. They offer unmatched versatility, allowing for a wide range of exercises that target every muscle group. The secret to unlocking their full potential lies in progressive training techniques. This means gradually increasing…