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Author: Anne

2011 Health Cleanse

Happy New Year!  Did you make any resolutions this year?

While I am not going for any grand sweeping changes, I am starting a cleanse on Monday.  Nothing crazy – organic fruits and veggies, whole grains, lean protein.  My goal is to become more mindful of what and how I eat and to get myself bikini ready for Hawaii in one month.  Talk about motivation!

If you would like to join me or just try some new healthy recipes keep your eyes peeled here over the next three weeks.

If you want to get the jump on next week try cutting back or eliminating your coffee, alcohol and white sugar over the weekend.  Start your day tomorrow with a fruit smoothie.  Here’s an easy recipe: two cups of water, 2-3 pears, chopped and seeded, a tablespoon of finely chopped fresh ginger, juice from 1/2 a lemon, 4-5 kale leaves.  Throw all the ingredients in a blender (add a tablespoon of honey if you like) and enjoy!

For more yummy smoothie ideas check out the Raw Family website.

Here is an article about detox cleanses from the Seattle Times, and here is one from Women’s Health with a sample daily menu.  Yes you will get to eat real food!

I would love to hear your feedback as far as what is working for you or what dietary changes you may be struggling with.

December Deals


Who’s been nice?  Fluid’s December Deals are here!

This week’s deal:  Fluid Fitness Package

Meet with Anne for a thirty minute personal training session (Pilates, Yoga or Strength work), plus a sixty minute massage and she will send you home with your choice of a foam roller, Swiss ball, dumbbells or exercise band and your customized home workout program.  $125

Offer good until Thursday December 23rd, call or email Anne today – 503-705-4762, Anne@FluidPortland.com

Healthy Abs and Backs Workshop this Sunday November 14th at Sellwood Yoga

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Banish back pain with these simple yet effective exercises!  Learn a five minute low back stabilization series you can use anytime your back starts to feel tight or sore.  We begin with Pilates stabilization work on the foam roller, build back strength and flexibility with a simple yoga Vinyasa series and finish with self massage and flexibility work.

  • $25 ($20 if prepaid)
  • 90 minutes
  • Includes a handout with detailed explanation of the exercises in our healthy back program

For more information contact Anne McCranie at 503-705-4762.

Preregister at www.Sellwoodyoga.com

Healthy Abs and Backs Flyer (PDF)

Travel with Fluid to Hawaii

Maui Stress Relief Vacation February 2011

Feeling stressed?  Overwhelmed? Join us February 4th to the 10th in beautiful Maui Hawaii for a healthy relaxing stress free vacation in paradise! Think you are too busy? Studies show that constant work with no down time can lead to decreased productivity and creativity.  Scheduling a vacation gives you an opportunity to recharge, gain a new perspective and can even help stave off depression. Think of this as a mental and physical health boost!

The focus of this trip is stress reduction and Anne has an awesome week planned for you! You are welcome to take part in daily group classes, organized outings like snorkeling and hikes or just hang out in the hot tub. This is your vacation for you to do as you please. Here is a sample day:

  • 7 am breakfast: fruit, banana bread, juice
  • 9-11 am Yoga: strength, flexibility and balance work
  • Noon lunch: baked sweet potatoes, hummus with sliced veggies and pita, couscous with raisins and almonds, cucumber salad
  • 2 pm massage
  • 5 pm leisurely walk on the beach
  • 6:30 pm watch the sunset (while enjoying a Mai Tai)
  • 7 pm dinner: Grilled local fish, black beans and rice, mango salsa, green salad, grilled pineapple

All meals are prepared for you with a focus on whole foods, fruits and veggies and local seafood. Anne welcomes special dietary requests and there are no restrictions on what you can or cannot eat. Want to go raw for a week?  Anne will support you. Want to start your day with a mimosa? Go for it. This is your vacation.

Included in the price of this trip:

  • Daily movement classes including Pilates, Vinyasa yoga, strength, cardio, restorative yoga and chi gung
  • Two massages per person
  • All of your meals (yes breakfast, lunch and dinner every day)
  • A Luau (who wants to try Kalua pig and poi?) check out the Luau menu here – www.feastatlele.com
  • Snorkeling gear and plenty of beach time
  • Hikes led by Anne and her buddy Leah (more hiking info here – www.visitingmaui.com/hikes)

To view our house visit   http://www.mauihouse4rent.com/.

Want to bring the hubby but he is not interested in yoga or massage? Ask Anne about her special “companion rate”.

Call or email Anne to reserve your spot today! (503) 705-4762.

Aloha!