{"id":12793,"date":"2018-05-03T09:36:26","date_gmt":"2018-05-03T13:36:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mayahoodblog.com\/?p=12793"},"modified":"2018-05-02T21:15:02","modified_gmt":"2018-05-03T01:15:02","slug":"how-im-taking-back-control-of-my-health-and-wellness","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mayahoodblog.com\/how-im-taking-back-control-of-my-health-and-wellness\/","title":{"rendered":"How I’m taking back control of my health and wellness"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you’ve ever looked at my blog headings, you’ll notice that I have four main categories that I typically write about. They are: Parenting, Travel & Adventure, Wellness & Health, and Reviews & Giveaways. Except, one of these headings has been lacking content for the last few years. The last time I really put time and effort into my health and wellness was when Nate turned one. For six months I worked-out, I ran and I ate really well. That was two and a half years ago.<\/span><\/p>\n

I took care of myself, and it paid off physically, mentally and emotionally. But for the past two years, I haven’t done any of those things. Taking care of myself is always on my “to-do list” or part of a New Year’s resolution, but it never actually materializes. I suppose I prioritized family and work obligations first. I never felt like I was in a routine or fully committed to start anything… until recently that is.<\/span><\/p>\n

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A month ago, I finally felt like I could make health and wellness a priority for myself. My blogging was in a good place and my boys were into their own routine of school and extra-curricular activities. I also let go of some mom guilt that allowed me to focus on myself, instead of just focusing on my kids. I justified it by telling myself that it’s helping my kids become more independent (right?!?!).<\/span><\/p>\n

I started the same program that I did when Nate was one. But I committed myself to sticking it out for the long term. So far, I’ve been working out every day for the past two month and I even started running again. I also started focusing on what I’m eating. I cut out sugar and dairy and significantly reduced the amount of carbs (yes, including my wine consumption too). I’m fueling up on protein, vegetables and fruits and I never feel hungry! Eating well and exercising has helped my skin look better, but because I’m not getting any younger (crazy, right?), I also wanted to improve my skin routine. So a few weeks ago, I started using L’Or\u00e9al Revitalift Cicacream. It works on all skin types, including sensitive skin, by repairing the skin’s moisture barrier to prevent future premature aging (aka – reduce the effects of wrinkles). But don’t just take my word for it! This cream is the first\u00a0anti-aging cream recognized by the Canadian Dermatology Association*.<\/span><\/p>\n

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I’m already amazed by the results I see and feel in my body and skin. I’m stronger and healthier and my energy is back! I just can’t believe it’s taken me this long to finally invest in myself.<\/p>\n

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L’oreal Revitalift Cicacream<\/p><\/div>\n

What about you? I would love to know what you do to take care of your body and skin?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Disclosure: This post was sponsored by L’Oreal. In exchange for this post, I have received perks in the form of product and compensation. All opinions on this blog are my own.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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