Medicine Cabinet Makeover

Moving your body & working out consistently is a great place to start when it comes to improving your health.  True health is SO much more than just physical fitness though.  What you put on & in your body is a major aspect to healing from the inside out & preventing future disease.

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Using essential oils in lieu of over the counter medications is a great way to simplify & find relief from many common ailments & support all the systems in your body.  Essential Oils are immensely versatile in uses - making you need less products to stock at home.

If you're ready to take your families health to the next level, we highly recommend getting a Premium Starter Kit from Young Living.  This complete package is what we call the Medicine Cabinet Makeover.  With this kit you'll have all the tools to support your health with all natural plant extracts.

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What's Included:

• 11 Essential Oils:
      Lavender: Used for allergies, cuts, burns, deeper sleep, dry skin, dandruff, stress, rashes, etc.
      Peppermint: Used for headaches, weight loss, energy, indigestion, fevers, focusing, etc.)
      Lemon:  Used for purifying water, kidney stones, detoxing, constipation, ph balancing, depression, varicose veins, etc.)
      Copaiba: Used for join pain, muscle stiffness, inflammation…its also a magnifier for other oils (making them more potent)
      Frankincense: Used for wrinkles, cysts, acne, tumors, warts, infections, fibromyalgia, stress, stretch marks, age spots, etc.)
      Thieves: Used for cleaning, dental care, sanitizing, air freshener, sore throats, colds, flu etc.)
      Purification:   Used for bug bites, mold, cleansing the air, yeast infections, repelling insects, canker sores, etc.)
      R.C:  Used for raising oxygen levels, congestion, colds, flus, sore throats, allergies, etc…)
      Digize: Used for indigestion, cramps, bloating, gas, parasites, heartburn, etc…)
      Panaway: Used for headaches, muscle pain, joint pain, sprains, bruising, cramps, muscle spasms…etc.)
      Stress Away  Used for reducing stress, restoring equilibrium, anxiety, helps focus, reduces tension…etc.)

• A FREE Diffuser (your choice of style!)
• 2 Superfood Essential Oil Drinks
• Samples to share with friends or store for on-the-go use
• Literature, Magazines & Educational Tools

(All of this totals about $300 worth of product if you purchased it separately - and you get it all for just $160.  It's the best essential oil deal out there & absolutely the highest quality on the market.)

PLUS: Young Living is including a 12th FREE oil for August sign ups!  You'll receive a 15ml bottle of Cedarwood; which is the top oil for eczema, dry skin, acne, bug repellent & deeper sleep.  

DOUBLE PLUS: By signing up with The Studio, you get a Personal Oil Health Coach.  You'll have constant access to someone who can help find the best oils for your body & help you create a new healthy lifestyle.  

After clicking the link above, make sure to select Wholesale Member.  Choose your diffuser (Dewdrop & Home diffusers are included in the price of your kit!), skip step 2 if you don't want to enroll in monthly shipments & type in your details on the next page.  There is NO need to ever sell the product, pay any additional fees or sign up for monthly autoships.  By purchasing a Starter Kit, you're just getting a ton of great product at a highly discounted price.

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Want to know more about Young Living & why it's the only product recommended by top health coaches, doctors, yoga studios & hospitals?  Check out their SEED TO SEAL website.  Young Living is the only essential oil company with FDA certification & the only company to own their own farms, distilleries, bottling plants & testing labs.  Everything is organic (they use their own oils for pest control) & their product is completely unadulterated - ensuring that your products will never expire or go bad.  

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If you want to learn more about oils, schedule some one-on-one time with your Oily Health Coach or learn more about Aromatherapy Yoga classes at The Studio, please email us below.  We can't wait to see how essential oils will change your life!

Paddle Board Power

If you haven't seen the news... The Studio Mind|Body has expanded to offer Paddle Board Yoga classes at the Boulder City Public Pool!

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We know taking classes inside a studio can get a bit repetitive & we want to shake things up as much as you do.  We've compiled some frequently asked questions below so you know what to expect from a class.  Be sure you grab our Summer Special Discount @ the bottom of the page!

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What is Paddle Board Yoga?  
• Paddleboard Yoga is done on an inflatable surf-like board that has a built in yoga mat.  The entire class is done from the board inside a pool.

Why should I try Paddle Board Yoga?
• It's a better workout!  The lack of stability from the water helps keep your core engaged constantly - quickly building up stronger abdominal muscles. 
• It's empowering!  You can't help but smile when you're floating & playing on the water.  You'll love how much you're capable of & the freedom of completely being tuned in to the present moment. 
• It's fun!  Taking your workout outside of the studio will keep you on your toes & help accentuate your strength.  With the last month of summer just beginning, it's the perfect time to try something new & get outside to play.  

What do I wear?
• Something comfortable - your regular workout clothes work perfectly!

I've never been on a Paddle Board before. Will I fall in the water?
• Maybe, but thats the fun part!   Our paddle boards are designed specifically for yoga so while they are extra wide & stable, it's still a possibility depending on how far you challenge your balance.  ;)

Do I need to sign up before hand?
Yes!  These classes are currently limited to 9 people & spots fill up quickly.  In order to make sure you have a board, we recommend booking a day (at least!) in advance. 

Where do we meet?
All classes are held at the Boulder City Public Pool (861 Ave. B).  Just walk in, tell the front desk you're there for yoga & we meet on the back deck near the dive pool.

We're offering $15 off for the month of August.  Grab your spot & meet us at the pool!

Have more questions?  Email Leah @ thestudiomindbody@gmail.com

Pilates Principles: Centering & Precision

In our last blog post we discussed three Pilates principles: Breathing, Concentration, and Control. I hope you had a chance to integrate them into your Pilates practice and enjoy their benefits! Today I would like to introduce two new Pilates principles: Centering and Precision. 

Centering

In Pilates we believe that the center of the body is the powerhouse. All movement rotates outward from this point. This explains why Pilates greatly focuses on creating a strong core. By bringing your focus to the center of your body you not only create greater strength within your movements, but you also calm both the body and the spirit. 

Precision

When we learn to utilize breathing, concentration, control and centering together we create precision with the body. In each Pilates exercise there are precise placements for each and every part of the body. If you understand where each movement begins and ends as well as the detailed instructions of each exercise you will create proper alignment. Precision will help you to build better results faster and become more aware of your body!

I challenge you each week to take some of these principles and incorporate them into both your Yoga and Pilates classes. We'd love to hear about your results!

Pilates Principles: Breathing, Concentration, & Control

There are many different layers and elements of any Pilates or Yoga practice. Each time we show up on the mat we have the opportunity to discover something new and often find that there is so much more to our practice than just movement itself. Over the next couple of months on the blog I'd like to dive deeper into several different Pilates principles and how they can be applied both on and off the mat.

 This week we'll start with Breathing, Concentration, and Control.

Breathing

The breath creates a fundamental connection between the mind and body. As we focus on our breath and begin to breathe deeply we are forced to become more present. Many of us are only using about half of our lung capacity, and as we increase deep breathing, we exercise the lungs, increase our lung capacity, and relax the nervous system.

Utilizing the power of the breath also allows us to become more aware of the body and to experience a more centered practice. The breath is a powerful and essential tool!

Concentration

Joe Pilates said, "It's better to do five repetitions correctly, than 20 without paying attention." Often throughout our lives we find ourselves simply going through the motions. Concentration gives our movement form and purpose. By utilizing concentration you can become present and create the most optimal results in your practice. Developing deeper concentration in class can also help you to become more present throughout the rest of your day.

Control

Joseph Pilates originally called his method "Contrology". When we control our movements throughout class we force the body to employ not only our bigger muscles but our smaller, helper muscles as well. Through controlled movements we develop long, flexible muscles, and the body begins to work as one improving balance and coordination. Using control allows us to maintain proper alignment creating awesome results!

I challenge you each week to take some of these principles and incorporate them into both your Yoga and Pilates classes. We'd love to hear about your results!

Easy Eats: Overnight Oats

These days we're all constantly on the go. Our busy schedules can often make it difficult to plan out healthy meals when our time is limited. Today I'd like to share with you one of my favorite breakfast recipes, Overnight Oats. It's simple, fast, and easy to take with you to wherever you may be headed in the morning.

What you'll need:

• 1 cup Rolled Oats
• 1 cup Almond Milk (or milk of your preference)
• 1 spoonful Chia Seeds
• Honey
• Berries (or really any kind of fruit!)

Instructions:

Choose your favorite bowl, mason jar, or glass and fill it up with about 1 cup of rolled oats. Stir in 1 spoonful of chia seeds and a little bit of honey to sweeten. Pour in about 1 cup of almond milk (or the milk of your preference) making sure the oats are completely soaked. Cover and leave in your fridge overnight.

In the morning add a handful of berries or your favorite kind of fruit and voila! Breakfast is served.

Why we love it:

Not only is this recipe SO easy, but it's great for your digestive system. I also love how versatile this recipe can be. You could add nuts, chocolate, yogurt, cinnamon, or whatever your heart desires. The sky is the limit!

Enjoy! XOXO