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We’ve been in our house for 4 years now, and for 3 of those years, the front room of our house—the formal living room, the first thing you see from the front door—was lovingly called “the soccer room,” which of course was because it was a big empty space where my husband, Daniel, set up a large soccer goal so that he could play soccer at any moment! It was very cool for him and very mortifying for me. So last year we decided it was time to move the soccer to the basement and furnish the room. I am…

Find the Best Workout Split for You A workout routine split is a training program that divides the week into  separate workouts, each targeting different muscle groups. This allows you to focus on specific areas of the body on different days, ensuring that each muscle group gets enough attention and recovery time. First, let’s get this out of the way! There are many effective training splits. Second the most effective splits are those that support your goals and YOU follow through with. No matter if you are a bodybuilder powerlifter, there are number of proven exercises, sets-and-reps schemes, and training…

1 As December unfolds, many of us at Aham Yoga HQ are taking time to reflect on the past year while also looking forward to the new one. This month, the cold and slower pace offer the perfect opportunity to prioritize self-care. For yoga teachers, the job often appears calm and graceful, but we know it takes more behind the scenes. Caring for your own well-being is essential to sustaining your energy, health, and passion for teaching. The slowness of December gives us a chance to hit pause and focus on some much-needed self-care. Below is a list of 25+…

One minute you’re lifting the living room chair across the room. The next minute: Ouch! You feel pain shoot down your back. You may have a herniated disk. Herniated disks affect 2% of the population each year. They can happen when you twist while lifting something heavy or if you have an accident like a fall or car crash.  An intervertebral disk herniates when its jelly-like nucleus pushes through its protective outer ring. When a disk bulges or tears, it puts pressure on the spinal cord and surrounding nerves. The disk’s material also releases chemicals that can further irritate the…

What’s more refreshing than fresh, cold watermelon in summer? Perhaps a delicious watermelon cocktail! Margarita’s are definitely one of my favourite summer beverages. They can be made so many different ways. I kept this one on the more traditional side to keep it simple and with only a few ingredients, but you can definitely add other things to jazz it up a little! Adding some mint would be nice, or perhaps switching up the fruit puree. I also kept it low cal. This drink is less than 140 calories, so a lot less than your typical margarita. In today’s recipe,…

It’s said that sleep is the barometer of health. It is one of the most distressing symptoms of anxiety and depression that we see in our clients. Few things are more difficult than wanting to fall asleep, but not being able to. Our society is taking more of an interest in improving sleep. This is a good thing, as our group awareness of the positive benefits of sleep is becoming more proliferated. Books like Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker are commonly referenced on the Podcasts. But, how can we improve our sleep if it is getting in the way…

Is the 4-day Split for Me? So, it’s time to start a new 4-day workout routine. There are many reasons to set up a new workout training split routine. While setting up your routine remember these 5 elements (and don’t let the ego get in the way). And it’s a 4-Day workout, not 3 or 2, so follow though with each workout through the week. Consider the following: 1) Your strength training experience (Routines, diet, etc.)2) Your personal goals (Hit a PR, add 5lbs muscle, etc.)3) Your weekly schedule (Available M-F to train, etc.)4) Age and ability to rest and…

Transformation of the Day: Kai lost 220 pounds and reclaimed her health. At 400 lbs, facing mobility issues, Lupus, and Rheumatoid Arthritis, she made the life-saving decision to have gastric bypass surgery to fight for her future and to be there for her son. Aware of the stigma around surgery, Kai wants people to know that it’s not the “easy way out.” Social Media:My Instagram/Threads handle is @roux_en_kai Starting weight: 400 pounds Current weight: 180 pounds  Surgery date: 7/7/2022 Gastric Bypass Height: 5’6″ There is a huge stigma with weight loss surgery. People say, “Oh! You took the easy way…

The Push Pull Legs Routine (PPL) is one of the most effective workout routines you can use to build muscle and gain strength. The push pull legs workout split is focused on the major muscle groups based around these movements. This article is on the basic PPL workout to get you started.  We will add more focused PPL for Hypertrophy, Endurance and Strength and Powerlifting. Regardless if you are experienced or just starting your road to fitness, we are going to give you the know how to build and plan your best 3-day or 6-day workout split for adding muscle…

If you’re new to aerial yoga or you just love books, then you’ll be pleased to know there are loads of aerial yoga books available. Nothing can replace having an instructor or an experienced spotter with you, as it’s so important to stay train safe when you’re working with an aerial yoga swing.Books are a great resource to help you improve your technique, but they’re absolutely not a replacement for a teacher.A good aerial yoga manual will include photographs of poses from multiple angles and give step-by-step instructions as well as tips specific to each post. It should detail which muscle…