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Saturday, September 23, 2017

Now You Can Have An App That is Really Made For Stress Management #HealthyLifestyle

September 23, 2017 0 Comments
A primarily physical response, the psychological perception of pressure that the body responding to any kind of demand or threat - STRESS.




For the past 5 months of this year, I experienced a kind of stress backup with anxiety, wherein I sense that my body is in danger - whether it's real or from my imagination. Sounds alarming indeed, but need to gear up rapidly and automatically go back to my senses again --- a fight-or-flight reaction.

To some degree, stress is part of everyday life and if you cannot control it you are in great danger. This is how crucial STRESS is when ANXIETY kicks in, you cannot control your emotions that is why it needs MONITORING.

According to experts, unmanaged stress symptoms can affect your mind, body, thoughts, feelings and behavior, and can lead to serious physical repercussions. Luckily, we have better and modern technology today that we can self-help and manage stress and anxiety on daily basis by downloading apps in our smartphones. BTW, these apps are not intended to substitute for medical advice. It is still best to seek and consult for medical advice from healthcare professional.

Here are some FREE APPS you need to try:

1. CALM





The speaker voice helps you more relax. And it guide you with meditation with just a click of a button.

2. RELAX SPA MUSIC - Relaxing Music for Stress Relief. Music for Spa, Relaxation, Meditation, and Peace of Mind.



More on relaxing music that will keep you refresh and have that peace of mind. This app is the main music ambiance in most of the spa lounge.



3. PACIFICA - Stress & Anxiety


  



A daily tools for stress and anxiety alongside a supportive community. This will help keep track your mood on what's going on day to day and why you're feeling a certain way. It also have a guided deep breathing.

So far these are my Top 3 apps that always helpful. As I said, I've been through a hard time recently and these apps really been helpful to get me over the bad thoughts and feelings. I'm becoming more focused, mindful and present. These are all great tools to have and use alone or in conjunction with counselling and other treatments.

All are highly recommended!

Wednesday, May 10, 2017

BATTLE OF THE STRONGEST: Visit Davao Fun Sale Hosts Mindanao's First National CrossFit Competition

May 10, 2017 0 Comments
One of the best homegrown CrossFit gyms, is hosting the region's biggest CrossFit competition, a jointly organized program with the Visit Davao Fun Sale (VDFS) Execom, thus making it one of the highlights of the #VDFS campaign.



CrossFit Madayaw is a CrossFit, Inc., Affiliate gym which has been in operation since September 2016 with over 150 active members. Located at MS Land Compound, Mc Arthur Highway Matina, Davao City.






Its 200 sqm-fitness facility has all the equipment necessary to conduct CrossFit classes to its members. Equipment availables are Rogue barbells, plates, kettlebells, dumbells, plyo boxes for box jump, Concept 2 rowers, Fitness Assault Bikes (the only fitness facility in Davao that offers the said equipment), rigs and many more.


They offer Flexible Plans that you can choose either CROSSFIT and/or a BOOTCAMP Classes.


*One free trial session is available for the first time members and can be availed by everyone.

*They also offer monthly unlimited rates that start at PHp2000/month and 10 session cards that starts at PHp1500.

TEMPRA BATTLE OF THE STRONGEST

Now, they will be holding a competition, aptly named "TEMPRA'S BATTLE OF THE STRONGEST", that would gathers CrossFit athletes and enthusiasts all over the country to compete in a whole-day program this coming May 27 at Matina Town Square, Davao City. It is co-presented by the Department of Tourism, city Government of Davao, Airasia, Bonamine, Tempra, BPI Cards, Tanduay, and Cebu Pacific.



As of this writing, they have 90 registered CrossFit athletes representing different CrossFit boxes/gyms from all over the country. These athletes will battle each other through 4 Workout Sets in a whole-day event. There will be four divisions, and three winners in each division. Prizes at stake amount to over P160,000 with several bonuses given by sponsors.

For more details of the event, please do visit: