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This one is an interview I conducted and then wrote as if I was the surf instructor...
This summer enjoy our 3 days Yoga & Surf Retreat and live your life in the most amazing way you can!
I’m Kaelin”Kiki” from Topanga,
California. I started surfing when I was 12, but never really had time
to practice. When I came to Costa Rica last year, I fell in love with
surfing and just got better with practice.
A perfect day of surfing for me is:
waking up really early, seeing the sun and the moon at the same time,
warm water, friends cheering you on, and maybe getting a good
left.Surfing has made me stronger mentally and physically. It helps me
have a deep connection with the ocean, another world that humans haven’t
really tapped into. Reading the current and the waves is like
understanding a different language. It makes me a more humble person and
happy to be alive.
Yoga is amazing for surfing. It really
clears your mind. You start to let go of your fears and expectations
and begin to just let things happen. Also, if you get scared when a
wave knocks you down, practicing yoga helps you keep calm. In yoga, you
practice letting go and trusting yourself. That’s exactly what you
have to do in the water. Yoga also helps, physically, with surfing. It
helps take away sore muscles and balances any ways you are compensating
from old injuries. It just helps balance out your body which improves
your surfing skills.
Both Surf and Yoga have tested and
stretched my patience. You’re not going to get everything done and get
better in one day. Some days will be good, some days will be bad; It
takes practice. So, both practices have taught me a lot about
patience, and also just having fun while you’re doing it all.
My favorite surfing memory is when I was surfing at Playitas in Manuel Antonio. The sunset was bright pink and I was about to duck dive
under a wave. The light reflecting through the wave was fuchsia. I
came out on the other side and it was just gorgeous. That is some of
the beauty you can experience surfing, here, in Costa Rica.
Costa Rica is amazing! Since I work as a
Yoga instructor at Holis Wellness Center I have more friends and great
stories to share, Manuel Antonio is full of life, jungle, monkeys, and
beauty. The warmth is not only in the climate and the water, but in the
people and the language. They are so inviting and kind. Everything is
beautiful and I want to share it with everyone, so come and enjoy our 3
days Yoga & Surf Retreat and live your life in the most amazing way
you can!
COCONUT OIL HEALING PROPERTIES
Anyone who has visited the beautiful beaches of Costa Rica has surely encountered these tropical treats, but many are not aware of actually how amazing the coconut actually is. From coconut water to coconut oil, this fruit has a multitude of healing properties and health applications. Coconuts have been used by indigenous peoples as a source of protein and energy and medicinally for centuries, but only recently have the benefits of this oil become widely appreciated by the general public. We are very fortunate to have such a versatile plant in our very own “back yard” here at Spa Holis and are proud to say that we use coconut oil in our massages.The Amazing Coconut Oil:
Decreasing Body Fat:Studies show that taking just two tablespoons a day of coconut oil can reduce belly fat within 1-3 months.
Fighting Fungus:
Have you ever thought of applying coconut oil to your skin to fight fungus? In 2004, 52 isolates of Candida species were exposed to coconut oil. The most notorious form, Candida albicans, was found to have the highest susceptibility. Researchers remarked: “Coconut oil should be used in the treatment of fungal infections in view of emerging drug-resistant Candida species.”
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Healing Wounds:
Have a cut? Try coconut oil! Coconut oil is has a biochemical structure that is unlike olive oil and animal fatty tissue. It consists of short-chained and saturated fatty acids; these qualities in coconut oil prevent it from becoming oxidized and rancid, thus making it a good agent for wound treatment.
Protecting You From the Sun:
Did you know that coconut oil can be used as a low grade sunscreen? Coconut oil has been shown to block out UVA rays by 30%, which is good because it is actually important to receive some UVB rays when the exposure is moderate.
Soothing Skin:
Would you believe that coconut oil can improve atopic dermatitis, an inflammatory itchy skin condition, by acting as a natural moisturizer? Virgin coconut oil can also be applied as a moisturizer to relieve the itching of mild to moderate xerosis.
Strengthening Your Hair:
Have dry or weak hair? Try rubbing some coconut oil on it. Coconut oil treats damaged hair by penetrating into hair fibers and acting as a moisturizer. When you apply coconut oil to your hair before washing or rub some through it during the day, it can reduce protein loss for both damaged and healthy hair. The lauric acid in coconut oil has an affinity for hair proteins and because of its low molecular weight it can penetrate the hair fibers and prevent hair damage.
Boosting Your Brain:
Did you know that medium chain triglycerides, found in coconut oil, have been shown to significantly increase cognitive function in Alzheimer’s patients? A study published in 2006 in the journal Neurobiology of Aging, showed that the use of these medium chain triglycerides, caused a significant increases in ketone bodies (within only 90 minutes after treatment). This greatly increased their cognitive functions.
These are only some of the main benefits of coconut oil as the list goes on and on…. If you would like more information or to see more of the health benefits of this incredible fruit, check out these links:
http://www.greenmedinfo.com/blog/13-evidence-based-medicinal-properties-coconut-oil
http://www.bioriginal.com/page-articles/the-science-behind-coconut-oil/
http://thehealinggardens.org/component/easyblog/entry/coconut-oil?Itemid=195
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