Anyone who’s been to NY knows the teeny tiny hotel room situation. Most rooms have enough room for your bed and a bathroom, and that’s about it. The hotel we’re staying at also happens to not have a gym on site, so the only option is a tiny in room workout. Fortunately not all moves require a ton of space, so you can work out even if you don’t have a ton of room. Try this one if you’re working out on the go, still working out from home, or if you just want to move your body today! Do each move for 30 seconds, rest for 10, repeat 2-4 times. ✨ Forward lunge + rotation ✨ Squat + toe touch ✨ Narrow squats ✨ Monster walks ✨ Tap in & out ✨ Inchworms Trust me, you’re going to LOVE this one! #travelworkout #workoutmotivation #workoutoftheday #workoutroutine #lowimpactmovement #traveltips #discoverunder20k #newyorkcity #newyorktravel #healthandwellness #fitnessmotivation

The last few days have been a little surreal. It’s been the most “normal” I’ve felt in the last 2 years. I’m using this trip to set the tone for my new normal. I’ve been really struggling to figure out what that looks like for me, which has been causing a lot of built up stress & anxiety in my system. I’ve always thought I managed it well, turns out not so much. That’s why the last few days have been so important. It’s given me an opportunity to figure out what can work, in a way that doesn’t provoke any of the stress or fear. We’re all trying to figure out what this looks like for us now, not just in where we go, but who we see, how frequently we see them, what we do and who were doing it with. We’ve all fundamentally changed over the last 2 years. We are not the same people we were in March 2020. It’s ok to let that person go and rediscover who we are now. It’s an important change for all of us to be able to move forward and start to heal. #healthandwellness #plantbased #lifequotes #inspirationalquotes #mentalhealth #travelling #travellife #healthytravel #nyctravel #healthcoach

✨Snow Daze✨ It’s -20 C out again today, but the sun was shining & actually felt warm. Had coffee outside with my dad so we could spend time together, and then we grocery shopped. This winter is not what I had envisioned, but I am finding joy around every bend. How are you finding your joy during the winter months? #winterdays #belowfreezing #mtlwinter #lakeshore #wintertime #freezing #weekendvibes

As part with the 12 days of WellMas, the focus is really on feeling good this holiday season. In line with that, is testing yourself with kindness and finding ways to truly enjoy yourself. Here are 10 tips to help ease the holiday pressure: 🎄 Holiday meals are meant to be enjoyed. Don’t go into the season saying you’ll eat today and work it off tomorrow. 🎄 Eat the dessert. If there’s something calling to you, just go for it. 🎄 Don’t overdo it on holiday gifting. It’s not about how much you spend, it’s about being thoughtful. 🎄 Don’t skip out on your rest or sleep. Get your 8 hours a night to keep your body charged. Getting enough sleep also helps with anxiety and stress management. 🎄 Know when to say no. If something doesn’t spark joy, it’s simple not worth it. 🎄 Make time for yourself. It’s not selfish to make your well-being a priority during the holidays. 🎄 Dedicate time to the people you love and care about. Even if it’s just for a quick phone call, keeping the people you love close at the holidays is everything. 🎄Enjoy a drink or two without guilt. There’s nothing wrong with celebrating with your favourite cocktail. 🎄Slow down. The holidays are chaotic enough without constantly running and doing. Take a moment to slow it down and enjoy the season. 🎄 Take some time to dress up this holiday. We’ve all been at home in our sweats for the better part of the last 2 years, use this as an opportunity to get dolled up. What are your holiday stress management go to’s? #christmaswellness #christmastreats #healthandwellness #wellnesscoach #holidayjoy #holidayseason #fitmas

A few thoughts on this Sunday morning ✨ Fitness shouldn’t be torture, it should be fun & rewarding. If you’re doing something you dread each time, it’s time to start looking into something new. ✨ Food should be a source of joy. Cooking & eating shouldn’t be cause for stress. Our choices should make us feel good, nourished & satisfied. ✨ Our activities, actions, decisions should spark joy. When the choices were making or the people were seeing cause negative emotions, it’s time to reevaluate and let go. Any of this feel familiar? If you’re thinking “yes, that’s how I feel” to any of the above, join me for the 12 days of WellMas. 12 days of feel good fitness, food that makes you feel good (while tasting great!) & feel good challenges to fuel the soul. Sign up starts Friday. Or join MichLWellness members today and get access to all members content, including the challenge. #holidaychallenge #challenge #feelgoodfood #sundayfunday #christmasiscoming #holidayseason

✨GIVEAWAY✨ Happy Friday InstaFam!! To celebrate the holidays, I’ll be doing a few giveaways in the coming weeks, and today I’m kicking it off with Handfuel! I’ve been loving their new clusters so much that I’m gifting 1 lucky winner all 3 of their new flavours! Entering is simple ✨ Like & save this photo ✨ Follow @michlwellness ✨ Tag 2 friends in the comments ✨ Share this post in your stories for 5 extra entries! **Bonus! For an additional 5 entries, sign up to my newsletter. Anyone who signs up during the giveaway period is eligible for additional entries. The winner will be announced Sunday, December 15th Open to residents of Canada & the US. #giveaway #notsponsored #holidaygiveaway

Raise your hand if you’ve ever compared yourself to someone else’s life, specifically someone you follow on social. 🙋🏻‍♀️🙋🏻‍♀️🙋🏻‍♀️ That’s me times 3 lately. The truth? I’ve been super down on myself for not being where I want to be in this crazy world of social media & business, and watching everyone’s success stories has made that struggle even more real. I know I’m not alone. It’s so easy to get sucked into a rabbit hole of perfect aesthetic, exciting lives and thriving careers. I am working on reminding myself of a few things though, to get myself out of this massive funk. ✨ IG does not equal reality. It’s a snapshot of all the good things people have going on. The stories & photos showcase the best highlights of people’s lives, not the garbage, pain level struggles. ✨ You rarely see the blood sweat and tears happening behind the scenes. People’s lives that look so “easy” usual come with plenty of struggle. ✨ Everyone’s story is unique. Someone else’s time to shine is their time, your time will come too. Just because that time isn’t now, doesn’t mean it will be never. Take it all in stride. Take a deep breath, step back, and enjoy the ride. #currentmood #strugglebus #hardtimes

“I have made it to December a better person. Everything I've gone through prepared me for what is now here in my life. Blessings and miracles are on the way, and I feel them entering my life this month. So may it be and so it is!" @moonomens Happy December 1st everyone. Wishing you all the best final month of 2021. Hoping that your last month of the year is filled with family, love, laughter, happiness, health & good times. #moonomens #affirmationoftheday #dailyaffirmations #positivevibes #happydecember #happyholidays

Friendly reminders today as we wrap up another month and head into the final one of 2021. December doesn’t have to be feast & famine. Eat to enjoy yourself, workout because you feel like it, don’t workout so that you can eat. Everyone’s year looked VERY different. Progress over perfection. Don’t head into this last month focused on what could have been. Give yourself a BREAK. The holidays are stressful, and this year there is more “normal” happening. Do what feels right & comfortable to you. Be kind. There are still people struggling to find their groove again. Not everyone is ready to jump back in, treat others with understanding. 🤍 #gentlereminder #selfcare #kindness #healthandwellness #mentalhealth #holidayhealth

Ok peeps, why not kick off the week by treating yourself to wellness? 1 year memberships are on sale today for 30% off! That’s only $134 for the year, which is only $11/month! What does a MichLWellness Membership include? ✔️ Access to on demand and live workouts ✔️ Monthly recipe drops ✔️ Wellness tips ✔️ Q&A with experts ✔️ Access to wellness challenges ✔️ A community forum Much more! Start your journey today by signing up at the link in my bio. New members will still get the 10 day free trial even with the discount! #cybermonday #healthandwellness #mtlfitness #workoutfromhome #athomeworkouts #cybermondaysale #dealoftheday

Swipe ➡️ for how I feel about the Holidays I’ve been cooking up a storm this weekend for the first night of Hanukkah. Serving a big meal tonight filled with family favourites. Like always, I’ve made WAY too much food, and I wouldn’t have it any other way. I’ll be sharing some of the recipes as part of the 12 days to WellMas challenge. Sign up begins on 12/10 but you can also take advantage of the Black Friday weekend promo to get 30% off a year membership, which gives you automatic access to the challenge. Happy and healthy holidays to anyone celebrating today! #happyholidays #hannukah #holidayrecipes #recipeoftheday #healthyrecipes #traditions

With the holidays fast approaching, you guys all know how important my holiday menu is to me! I have tons of goodies planned, but one of my holiday staples is always a roasted veggie dish. Roasted veggies are super versatile, packed with nutrients, and just feel like holiday to me. This holiday, I’m making garlic and herb roasted rainbow carrots & cauliflower. This dish is packed with flavour and super simple to make. The key ingredient to any roasted veggie recipe is a high quality olive oil. This year I’m using @o.liveandco which is an award winning 100% extra virgin olive oil, non-GMO, & certified carbon neutral. I picked up a big bottle at @igaqc and it’s giving this dish life! Ingredients • 1 medium head of cauliflower • 12-15 rainbow carrots • 2 tsp garlic powder • 1 tbsp @o.liveandco olive oil • 1 tsp ground black pepper • 1 tsp granulated onion powder • 1 tsp dried chives Recipe 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees 2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside 3. Wash your cauliflower & cut into medium size pieces, discarding all the leaves and stem. Place in a large mixing bowl 4. Peel your carrots and trim off the ends, add the the mixing bowl 5. Toss your veggies with the olive oil and spices until everything is well coated 6. Lay your veggies out in a single layer on your baking tray 7. Bake for 20 minutes, then remove from the oven and toss your veggies 8. Bake for another 15-20 minutes until your veggies are crispy 9. Serve hot and enjoy! #LiveAuthentically