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15 Minutes Results in 64% of Improvement. Square 1 and Nancy's Pulled Hamstring Increased Flexibility and Decreases Tightness which Reduces Pain. Check out more testimonials of successful clients that had pain and found great relief from Square 1

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Congratulations to Nancy Vicelli on winning the LevelUp Raffle!
Raffle Prize: 15 minute Square 1 Session!!!

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WorkLife Wellness | Corporate Fitness Center | Chicago | Square 1 Syst WorkLife Wellness integrates life into the corporate workspace. Personal Training, Yoga, Corporate Wellness.

We are honored to partner with THE Christine Schwan . Her knowledge of the human body and soul is extensive, which enables her to bring depth and value to her clients. She specializes in corrective alignment, rehabilitation and sports performance. The Chicago Cubs have claimed her as their own , but they were generous enough to let us borrow her for the day :)

*****BRAIN BREAK*****
I invite you to take a moment to be still, to press pause for a moment, and check in with yourself. Find a comfortable seated position (this could be in your office chair!), and begin to lengthen your inhales and exhales. Slowly, with control. Fill your belly up with air, and gently let it go. After a few rounds of breath, just sit. Listen to your thoughts without judgement, as if you are listening to your best friend talk from across the table. Let the thoughts come and go as they wish. When you are ready, slowly invite gentle movement into your body. Rolling your shoulders forward and back. Bring movement into your cervical spine, dropping your chin down, then up, left then right. And then gracefully renter the space in which you came from. (Fancy way of saying, open your eyes 😉)
It might feel uncomfortable at first, but I promise, you’ll feed great at the end!!!
Tell us how it goes !

We have seen MANY people overcome the hurdle of “not enough time”.
I’m here to tell you the secret.
They didn’t change their schedule.
They changed their priorities.
(And hired trainers who make it a whole lotta fun)
😜

The interns are scoping out the newest location !!!

Do you travel? Do you find it hard to eat well while on the road? We too often hear that traveling is one of the greatest challenges while staying focused on goals and health commitments. This is our advice . PLAN AHEAD & SET YOURSELF UP FOR SUCCESS. Find a few products that you enjoy. Buy them ahead of time and travel with them. These products will refuel your mind and body, avoiding the traveler’s crash and desperate need for food, which is when we tend to grab something quick, convenient and loaded with chemicals (hello airport McDonald’s). Yes, this takes a little bit of planning and self discipline. But keep your eyes fixed on what you value. Honor your mind and body by fueling it with proper nutrition. In return you will receive better performance, increasing energy and a clear mind.

Our reality is a product of our daily decisions, both big and small.

What are you saying YES to today?

Firmly root down .
So that you can rise up .
Where you fix your eyes .
Your heart will follow .

Getting your daily movement in is a choice, an intention, a commitment to your self. When you say YES to one thing, it often means you have to say NO to another. Look at your day, look at your week ahead of time. Where can you make space and time for yourself? How many appointments are dedicated to others? And how many time slots are dedicated to your wellbeing? It’s not always easy. But it’s always worth it.
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MSC getting their daily movement in.

Now THIS is a way to start your day!! The waterfalls in the background, the early morning breeze. Regina has the touch that magically aligns the mind, body and spirit in such a beautiful way.

Magical moments can’t be scheduled. Keep showing up . Everyday. And every so often, you will discover something far greater than you could have ever dreamt of . It’s worth the wait .

Tight on space ? Try using power blocks!! You do not need a fully equipped, perfect lighting, state of the art fitness center to get your daily movements in. In fact, we find the less we have, the more creative we become. Challenge yourself to do more with less.

Tree pose. Any one. Any where. Any way.

The first moments of each day are really precious. It’s a time where we can influence how we are going to think, act and respond for the rest of the day, so it makes sense to make that time positive and inspiring.

The tenants at Woodfield Preserve started their day with a beautiful sunrise yoga class !! How did you start yours?

Take care of yourself! You are worth the hard work and effort. Don’t allow the excuses to be louder than your goals.

Flowing for freedom. A mission we will continue to say yes to.

25,000 women and children are victim to human trafficking every year, in Chicago alone. continues their mission to manifest change by providing a volunteer-driven, one-year long program for survivors of trafficking with the dual goal of healing and empowering women to get jobs in the wellness sector. Please take a minute to check them out and consider how you can support the mission.

☘️Keeping our celebration GREEN & CLEAN ☘️

*Amazing grass super greens ☘️
*Splash of Apple Cider Vinegar
*Sprinkled with Leprechaun’s Gold (turmeric) 🌈

You can use juice or water as your base. We have found that if you use water, a drop of stevia helps to add a hint a sweetness.

Happy St Patrick’s Day!!!

As you move throughout your day, take note of the things that trigger frustration, anger, and negative thinking. Is it possible that these things jolt you because of your own expectations? Were you expecting a thank you? Were you expecting to be invited? Expecting your coworker to wipe up the spilled coffee?

We challenge you to shift your expectations to appreciation. Feel proud for accomplishing the task. Be grateful for the extra time. And pour yourself a fresh cup of joe while offering a little grace to the coworker who left the mess.

Using bruised, imperfect bananas, Barnana created these DELICIOUS snacks. And we love everything about it.
Only 2 ingredients.
Resealable bag.
No refrigeration needed.
The answer to your sweet treat, mid day or late night craving.
But more than that, we love that Barnana sees the value in the bruised and imperfect. They use the bruised bananas that “don’t qualify” as the perfect bunch. But see in this day, WE ALL QUALIFY!!! Those “rotten brown” bananas are actually sweeter than their shelf ready, perfect looking yellow banana buddies. They are softer and easier to work with. They are able to transform into something completely new. Because of their bruises they are now something beyond their original purpose or intention. Their yellow banana buddies are only perfect for 3-4 days. These guys, they are warriors and can sit on the shelf and shine for weeks! Maybe months!!! Guys, we all have the ability to turn our bruises and imperfections into something new and valuable. We all have a place on the shelf. We all qualify. Allow your bruises to soften you, to reshape you, to transform you into something you never dreamt you could be! 🍌

Take time to hang out with yourself. Listen to the loud voice, the quiet voice and the voices in between. Hear it all. Feel it all. Listen and learn. Try not to engage with the thoughts, but observe them. No need to figure out what it means, why you thought that, why you do... why you don’t.... just sit back, relax and be a listening ear to YOU.

Work hard . Play hard .

Tumeric Ginger smoothie!
*carrots (2cups)
*orange (2cuties)
*pineapple (1cup frozen)
*banana (1)
*ginger (1 inch)
*tumeric (1/2 teaspoon)
*juice of 1/2 a lemon
*almond milk or water (to your preferred consistency)
Blend & Enjoy!

REMEMBER! Keep it simple :) if you don’t have a lemon? Make it without! Don’t have a banana? Substitute with an avocado or sweet potato! Be creative and enjoy the process. That’s what it’s all about!!

Our first batch of homemade non dairy yogurt! Heat to 180. Cool to 110. Add starter. Incubate @100 for 10-12 hours. Looking forward to breakfast!!

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