Poor core strength

Pull in your belly to PROTECT your BACK! Poor CORE STRENGTH makes you more susceptible to INJURY & LOWER BACK PAIN, as the spine is forced into adopting unnatural positions. To support your lower back, pull your navel inwards OFTEN, until it becomes automatic.

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Laughter to release tension

Studies have shown that LAUGHTER is a great way to RELEASE inner tension & IMPROVE your outlook on life! Laughter has been famously said to be the best medicine, and for good reason. Not only does laughter release endorphins, which have mood-boosting effects, but it also helps to reduce stress hormones…

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Sally Sunshine FUN Fact #22

After a big meal, most of the body's OXYGEN is taken up by the intestines as they deal with the process of digestion, which means the BRAIN gets less. This is why you OFTEN feel SLEEPY after a large meal! Try eating a lighter lunch for a more ALERT afternoon!

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Gentle movements for neck pain

NECK PAIN & tightness can be helped greatly, by frequent but GENTLE movement. Shrug your shoulders up & downSlowly turn your head from side to side, pausing in frontSlowly tilt your ear toward your shoulder, pausing in frontPull your chin inward while your 'gaze' remains parallel with the floor  Repeat…

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Sally Sunshine FUN Fact #20

REST is just as IMPORTANT as EXERCISE in helping your body stay healthy for longer! Regular exercise along with daily relaxation & at least 1 rest day per week, can ADD YEARS to your life span!

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Fruit for Stomach Health

According to studies, if you DO NOT consume FRUIT DAILY,your risk of stomach cancer doubles or even triples!   RAW is BEST!  Enjoy munching on raw fruit & veggies!

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Sally Sunshine FUN Fact #18

Walking is an excellent way to exercise your lower body & organs! Adding walking poles, when used correctly, will work up to 90% of your muscles, while also reducing impact on lower extremities & joints.  Another way to get more benefit from walking is by carrying a bottle of water…

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Sally Sunshine FUN Fact #17

Strengthen your CORE by practising correct posture! Stand or Sit TALL, pull your chin inward until your ears are in line with shoulders. Roll your shoulders up, back & down, then maintain a slight squeeze between your shoulder blades. Pull your navel in & maintain a constant squeeze of your…

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Sally Sunshine FUN Fact #16

EXERCISE reduces FAT TISSUE in the body AND makes cells more responsive to insulin!  Exercising 5 - 7 times a week, has been shown to reduce the risk of diabetes by 45%! Exercising 2 - 4 times per week, reduces the risk by 40%. EVEN exercising just once a week, reduces the…

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Sally Sunshine FUN Fact #15

Nuts are rich in unsaturated fats & vitamin E These have been linked to a REDUCED RISK of HEART DISEASE in frequent nut eaters, who are 1/3 less likely to suffer such problems. Just watch your portion sizes, as healthy fat is still high in calories!

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