In today’s post we want to share a moving, Oscar-winning short film called Stutterer. On the surface the film is about a young man with a speech impediment, but on deeper level the film is about the power of desire to open us up, to become more visible rather than remain small and anonymous. We… Continue reading What Will It Take?
Author: Carlos Gonzalez
Reversing Heart Risk with Exercise
A study published January 8, 2018 adds evidence to what we already know: Exercise is good for you! The study in the journal Circulation followed 53 middle-aged participants (45-64) who were healthy but lived a sedentary life. Participants were placed in two groups. One had supervised high-intensity exercise training, and the other followed an exercise plan… Continue reading Reversing Heart Risk with Exercise
Toward Freedom and Joy
Our work at MFB at first glance looks quite physical, but, in fact, our main work has to do with our minds. (Primarily our own!) This is true when people come and workout with us and when they join us for our weekly yoga practices. Taking care of the body ultimately brings us back to… Continue reading Toward Freedom and Joy
What Does It Mean To Be Unconventional?
In today’s post we want to share a conversation that could help you in your health journey. Over the last couple of years Maribel and I have been paying more attention to the root causes of many of our own health struggles and have been inspired by the work of both Mark Hyman and Chris… Continue reading What Does It Mean To Be Unconventional?
Harnessing the New Year Buzz
As we move into a new year, we often experience a sense of new possibilities and opportunities. However, these desires too often get caught on with a wish to change or improve ourselves. This mix up often results in leaving us stranded in the past and in failure because what we have done, as we… Continue reading Harnessing the New Year Buzz
Lists and Resolutions
Although Santa has already visited, it seems that his habit of list making and categorizing people into the naughty and nice persists. For Santa and many of us, lists are useful. They help us organize our lives. They make us feel accomplished. But also they too often keep us tied to our constant storytelling of… Continue reading Lists and Resolutions
Quads and Glutes before Hip Surgery
I started working with Maribel in April 2017 to get into shape and increase my strength and overall wellbeing. I have known Carlos for several years and when I found out that Maribel was a personal trainer, it seemed like destiny that I work with her. That general health regime took on a more focused direction when I… Continue reading Quads and Glutes before Hip Surgery
Cancer and Holiday Excesses
Although we may not be able to take all of the risk factors off the table, there’s plenty we can do to optimize our health and reduce our chances of cancer. As we get closer to the holidays, don’t let excess food and alcohol take you off your commitment to yourself. Most people overeat and… Continue reading Cancer and Holiday Excesses
Post Workout Meals
What are you eating after working out? Aim for real food is the word for the wise. Powders and bars may be useful in emergencies but they are not replacements for natural, non-processed meals. Eggs come to mind as a great quick and delicious meal after a workout. People often discard the yokes because of… Continue reading Post Workout Meals