Whether you are an experienced yogi, or you have never tried it before, chances are, if you’re pregnant, people will suggest using yoga as a way to stay active and alleviate pain and discomfort during pregnancy. You may wonder what the difference is between prenatal yoga and regular yoga, whether it’s worth doing, and what the benefits are. Below, I hope to answer some of those questions for you! *As always, consult your doctor before starting any new exercise routine, and make sure you have their approval, the following is not a professional medical opinion, and should not replace professional care*.
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Hiking While Pregnant
When Agus and I first found out that I was pregnant, it was actually right before we went on a hike up Blackcomb in Whistler, Canada. Of course, this being our first baby, I wasn’t too sure on the dos and don’ts of pregnancy, but I also didn’t want it to stop our adventures. So what did I do? I googled it of course! Like most people these days, I rely on google for a lot, even medical advice, though I know I shouldn’t. With something as important as a baby though, even after googling it, and reading that it was safe to climb and hike, especially so early on, I still called my doctor to triple check *Though your doctor is the 1st one you should check with for any advice on such things! They are the professionals after all!* Below is some of the things that I have found helpful and important throughout my pregnancy on how to keep active, and maintain my love for hiking.
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Self-Connecting during COVID-19
We are all starting to realize the seriousness of COVID-19, and while most people have started self-quarantining, it is also becoming mandatory in a lot of countries and cities around the world. So what to do in this time of isolation and confusion? Why not take a moment to connect with yourself and take a second to breathe and look internally?
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COVID-19 Isolation Activities
When you need to stay away from others, and stay inside, it can be easy to become bored, lazy, or unmotivated. Spending hours scrolling social media, or laying on the couch watching TV seems like the easy option, especially when you’re itching to get outdoors, so it seems there’s no other choice. With what’s going on with COVID-19 most gyms around the world have been closed down, as well as cafes, restaurants, and the option to hang out with friends is taken away. You may think there’s nothing to do but mope about, but you’re wrong! This is the perfect opportunity to explore your options, below is a list of isolation activities that can be done during this weird and unusual moment in time that we are all going through.
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How to Stay Healthy While Traveling
With the exposure to new places, new germs, airplanes, trains, cars, buses, etc. there is no end to the ways you can pick up an illness while traveling. It can seem hard to avoid getting sick from traveling, but you also don’t want to spend your whole trip worried about falling ill. Here are some easy tips and tricks you can follow on how to stay healthy while traveling.
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How To Prevent Aches and Pains When Traveling
When traveling, especially long distance, it can cause some serious aches and pains, from uncomfortable seats, small spaces, or simply not moving for long periods of time. What ever the cause, we can all agree that it hurts! Below are a list of my top five tried and true, simple methods for relief from travel pains.
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