A Beautiful Life

I wanted to update you on what changes are coming, not only to the business, but all marketing/social media fronts. I'm very excited about what's to come in 2023! Just a reminder, for the remainder of 2022, I will be uploading every OTHER Wednesday and then pick back up to every Wednesday in January. Thanks so much for your continue support!

Through the many years of my research, I'm finally testing out cyclical workouts and nutrition based on hormonal phases. This is such an important topic for women of all ages who want less PMS, more energy, and better results from their workout routines!

Are GMOs really that bad? And if they are, why are they so bad for our health? Find out in today's episode! Website: www.labelleviefitness.com Instagram: @labellevie.fitnessanddance

Why has skipping meals become the norm in a lot of people's lives? Is it really a solution to weight loss? Is it really helpful in reversing various diseases? Are there particular dangers associated with kids and teens regularly skipping meals? Find out in today's episode! Instagram: @labellevie.fitnessanddance Facebook: @labelleviefit

The diet culture has done yet another disservice, and this time to children. So many kids now adays are so stressed about their weight and whether or not they will be "fat". How does dieting affect children? How can we adjust their focus on just being kids? How can we work with them to eat well and stress less?

Today, we tackle yet another body image issue perpetrated by social media. Is cellulite normal or is it actually pointing toward a health issue? Instagram: @labellevie.fitnessanddance Website: www.labelleviefitness.com

Did you know that minor diet changes can help with sleeplessness? In this episode, I share some of my personal favorites with you but if you find that you are having more serious sleep issues, make sure you get in touch with a sleep specialist to see if there is a deeper, underlying cause.

Athletic burnout, especially in children and young people, is becoming more and more prominent. How do we as teachers, coaches, and parents deal with this? How do we as athletes and dancers deal with this? What are the symptoms of burnout that we should be looking for? Feel free to contact me with any questions: amanda.howard@live.com OR @labellevie.fitnessanddance on Instagram

Today is a very interesting subject focused on a deeper reason as to why mental illness is running rampant throughout our children (and adults too). Not all mental health issues are health/nutrition-related, but there is a good chance that some are. Below are some resources that you can check out for more information on this subject: Post on Healthline: 12 Magnesium Health Benefits (healthline.com...

You probably already know that bone density is extremely important as you age. But did you know that your muscles become more important to focus on as you get older as well? Further research can be done here: https://englishbanglajokes.blogspot.com/2020/03/the-importance-of-muscle-in-healthy.html

Did you know that hormone balance during menopause is just as important as during menstruation? Today, I'm breaking down some of the most common myths surrounding menopause and breaking down some of the reasons why you might be experiencing uncomfortable symptoms. Menopause shouldn't be a drudgery or something to fear, it should be a beautiful process of change. Check my website: www.labelleviefit...

Is there really a difference between hypermobility and hyperextension? Find out all the details in today's episode! To book a session, consultation, or assessment, visit www.labelleviefitness.com There is currently a Mother's Day special going on for two people and includes both personal training and nutrition for one month. To get a $10 discount, enter the code MOTHERSDAY10 when you check out. On...

Can you count how many times I say the word hyperextension? Today, we're talking about how important it is to create a strength/flexibility balance to prevent hyperextension-related injuries. Hyperextension is not a bad thing, but knowing how to control the joint and connective tissue elasticity is going to be your best bet at injury-risk-reduction.

Teachers, are your students really ready for pointe? Dancers, are you really strong enough and technically sound enough for pointe? In today's episode, I'm breaking down the ultimate assessment that dancers should be going through to determine if they are ready for the challenging world of pointe. If you would like to check out our dance-specific programs, you can visit www.labelleviefitness.com I...

What do you really know about birth control? Don't you think it's a little suspicious that more and more girls and women are experiencing hormone imbalances, infertility, and other hormone-related issues and at the same more and more women are being put on birth control? Hmmm... If you are interested in balancing your hormones for pain-free menstrual cycles, fertility, and menopause, I have create...

We've talked about how tricky the health and fitness industry can be and how we need to always continue learning and growing within it. Today, we focus a little more about what's missing from the health and nutrition portion in regards to those with nutritionist degrees. There are still some missing pieces that need to be addressed for those of you who are working within this field but also for th...

Today, we talk about injuries that are not necessarily athletic or dance-based, but can come from simple strength training. All of these injuries are common to those who are not applying proper mechanics or technique during training which is why it is so important to have a good trainer to help you out! Instagram: @labellevie.fitnessanddance Website: www.labelleviefitness.com Email: amanda.howard@...

Did you know that turnout was a movement and not a position? Not a whole lot of people do. For everyone, range of motion in the hip is crucial to everyday movements. Today, I share some ways you can improve, not only your turnout, but also the range of motion of the joint to prevent injury down the road. If you would like to book a private conditioning session with me, you can book today on www.la...

Have you been considering enrolling your child in a dance competition team but are unsure of whether or not it's right for them? Hopefully through this episode I have been able to give you some things to think about. Dance teachers tend to hide some of the downsides that can come from being highly involved in competitive dance which is why I want to reveal them to you in case you are still questio...

Today we'll be talking about the pros and cons of CrossFit and how you can incorporate a healthy CrossFit routine into your workout schedule if it's something you want to try. I'm not a huge supporter of this cult favorite due to its increased risk of injuries and other issues, however, I give it a fair go as I work through some of the positives that CrossFit presents. Would you like to share your...

How does technology affect your sleep? Sure, we all know about blue light, but what about the other affects of technology? Today we will discuss how you can improve your sleep cycle with just a simple change to how you store your devices as well as how melatonin and serotonin can be improved to help sleep become a lot easier. If you feel that you need support nutritionally to improve your sleep pa...

Why does food always bother your stomach and make you feel horrible? It could be as simple as gut imbalance. In today's episode, I lay out a couple things you can do to see if this is the reason why mealtimes are unpleasant and how to work on reversing these symptoms.

All of us need to have cross training defined for us to better understand how we can properly utilize injury prevention techniques and training outside of dance and athletics. I feel that a lot of coaches and teachers just don't know how to define this for their students but students. Overtraining happens in the studio and on the field almost 100% of the time. Dancers and athletes want to ultimate...

Should you exercise when you have no energy? That's what I'm here to share! This is a semi-controversial topic within the health and fitness community, and you all know how I like to push the boundaries :). Feel free to share you thoughts with me either via an audio message (anchor.fm) or even messaging me directly via Instagram, Facebook, or email. Thanks for listening! Instagram: @labellevie.fit...

Switching gears today to include the parents of the dancers and athletes that I talk to every week. They are so important and often-overlooked (and sometimes purposefully ignored) by a lot of dance teachers and coaches. At La Belle Vie Fitness & Dance, we make it a point to include parents in what their kids are being taught. Which is why we will be launching a brand new series just for parent...