YYC WELLNESS REVIEW: BRONZE BAXX HYDRATION STATION Burn up to 500 calories, improve the texture and tone of your skin, reduce fine lines and wrinkles, stimulate cellulite reduction in just 20 minutes? Oh, and did I mention you do this by just laying in the Hyrdration Station? Where do I sign up!? Those were my thoughts exactly. I tried out the famous Hydration Station at Bronze Baxx and it was a great experience. The staff was extremely informative on the bed along with the many other services Bronze Baxx provides. This spot is more than just a tanning salon, it’s…
Fall is here and I’m not even mad about it because I love fall (said every Canadian girl) but, actually. It’s the combination of fall fashion, fall scents, the colourful leaves and for me, it’s the time of year I give my liver a summer detox. Here are some of my Fall Favourites that make me happy. SCENT Like I mentioned – scent is a key ingredient of fall! These candles will make your space smell unbelievable. Bath and Body Works Marshmellow Fire Side and Sweet Cinnamon Pumpkin MAKE UP Sephora MicroSmooth Blush – Tear Rose Tickled Lip gloss/plumper –…
YYC STUDIO REVIEW: THE DAILEY METHOD The Dailey Method Calgary is located in a small strip mall on Macleod Trail. The space is very cute and quaint and owned by lovely and energetic, Dori! I did the Dailey Barre class with Dori, it was tough but wow, what a great feeling afterwards. The thing I find with barre classes is that the movements are fairly simple and small but you do higher reps, which for me, helps build strength while toning. The class flowed well from exercise to exercise targeting various muscle groups with little pause in between. Needless to…
‘Tis the season for pumpkin everything. This healthy, 3 ingredient pancake recipe is the perfect addition to your cozy Sunday morning! (Okay, I may eat them for dinner too, but I love breakfast for dinner). Pumpkin Protein Pancakes: 1/2 cup pumpkin purée 2 eggs 2 tablespoons Vital Proteins Banana, Cinamon, Vanilla Collagen Whey Protein Optional to add a banana, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice and vanilla extract Directions: Mix all ingredients in a medium sized bowl Coat skillet with butter or coconut oil Add 2-3 tablespoons of the pancake mix to the skillet (if it is too thick or heavy add…
YYC STUDIO REVIEW: BARRE BELLE Barre Belle is the perfect combination of elegance and class. Offering classes at 3 different locations in YYC – the heart of Mission downtown, Parkdale North, and Auburn Bay South, Barre Belle is Calgary’s Premier Barre Boutique Studio. What to Expect: The studio is very chic, vibrant and clean. What a great feeling walking into a place full of women with one mutual goal: working towards becoming the strongest versions of themselves. The common mistake people think of barre classes is that it’s just for dancers or former dancers. Although Barre Belle’s classes are based on…
YYC STUDIO REVIEW: JUNCTION 9 YOGA & PILATES Oh my goodness, the next time I feel home sick, I’m headed straight to Junction 9 because this space is SO cozy, welcoming and cute! I fell in love. What to expect: When you walk into Junction 9, you truly feel a sense of community. Your experience starts the second you walk in. From the warm welcome by staff to the cozy atmosphere, the energy is positive and pure. There is a cafe on the main level that includes a full service coffee bar, serving Phil and Sebastian coffee, tea, cold fresh pressed juice,…
MindBody – This app is super easy and convenient when it comes to signing up for fitness classes (spin, yoga, boxing, barre, etc.). It’s a great way to schedule your workouts for the week, I usually book a week in advance and it automatically syncs to your calendar just like a meeting, no excuses! You can discover various studios around you, see what they offer, view the schedule AND any sweet deals (usually there are for newbies). You can also do the same thing with wellness and beauty appointments! Spotify Running – Good music goes a long way. Part…
JUST NEW on Anything But Bland – Expert Advice through Q&A sessions with some of the best fitness, health and beauty experts out there. I love meeting and supporting other like-minded individuals and with combined knowledge and experience, I’m confident these sessions will provide you with valuable information, helpful tips, and the inspiration to try something new. If you have any requests please drop me a line and we will be sure to answer it for you! To kick off the first Q&A session and the start of a new month, I caught up with Holistic Nutrition Coach, Fitness Guru and Self-Care expert,…
Lacing up for the long weekend – HALLELUJAH! I just got back from vacation 2 weeks ago but I’m itching to get out of town again. For most, this may be the final hurrah of summer and I’m actually okay with this – summer has been one hell of a good time. For me, it’s the last Lake weekend of summer ’17 and I’m going to enjoy every minute of it. I just killed my morning workout knowing that will be it until I get back Tuesday and THAT IS A-OKAY. We are allowed to take a break, unwind and…
