The Magnesium of it all...

I shared an Instagram story this week that seemed to hit home for so many people.

“Getting in shape is a spiritual practice disguised as a physical one”. -Dan Go (@fitfounder)

We spend our days in these bodies that seem to be an afterthought in many ways. Throughout my life I’ve been fortunate to recognize the absolute gift and value of this FLESH SUIT of AWESOMENESS.

You’re well aware you can’t take this (or anything) with you when you go and you know (and have likely experienced) the incredible shiftiness of aging in your body.

It’s beautiful and sobering all at once.

Gathering the data and getting my blood panels done twice a year has been eye-opening to say the least … A few months back we noted that my bone density and magnesium levels were lower than previously recorded …

Around this time, Qualia Life had dropped their new product Magnesium+ so I’ve been purposefully experimenting … I take two capsules at night and one in the morning. I’ve never taken magnesium in the morning. I’ve always taken the capsules at night which might sound sensible, considering most of us associate magnesium with sleep efficiency and relaxation.

What I realized in the last two months of incorporating magnesium more was that my mental acuity has improved, I’m less sore than normal (that says a lot because I train pretty hard and consistently), my energy has been more stable throughout the day and my sleep has been DEEP. All of this makes sense because Qualia Magnesium+ has nine different forms of magnesium within it.

A couple other things you may not know about magnesium — she’s the unsung hero of your body’s entire operating system. If your physical body is the temple, then magnesium is part of the sacred foundation keeping the whole thing standing, strong, and resilient. And not just in a “take your vitamins” kind of way.

This mineral is responsible for over 300 biochemical reactions in your body, regulating everything from muscle function and energy production to nervous system balance and deep, restorative sleep.

Qualia Magnesium+ has all 9 forms of magnesium:

*Magnesium Citrate: citrate in this form of magnesium converts food into energy, supporting metabolic health.

*Magnesium Taurate: a bioavailable form of magnesium bound with the amino acid taurine, helps this form of magnesium support, heart and vision health.

*Magnesium Bisglycinate Chelate: commonly called magnesium glycinate, because it is magnesium chilled with glycine. The glycine found in this form of magnesium is best known for supporting emotional, calm and relaxation.

*Magnesium Creatine Chelate: this magnesium form is complex with creatine. Creatine is found mostly and muscles in the brain were facilitates the recycling of ATP as this form supports muscle and brain health.

*Magnesium Gluconate: a highly bio available and well retained form of magnesium. The gluconate salt used in this form of magnesium as an antioxidant, so this form can be thought of as being an antioxidant magnesium.

*Magnesium Acetyl Taurate: this form can cross the blood brain barrier and has shown the ability to increase brain tissue levels of magnesium at low doses, better than other forms of magnesium to be particularly supportive of brain magnesium levels.

*Magnesium Hydroxide (from Aquamin mg): Aquaman is a natural magnesium rich blend of mineral source from the clean sea waters off the Irish coast. This form helps support gut microbiota.

*Magnesium Aspartate: one of the most bioavailable, best retained and versatile forms of magnesium. It helps combat the impact of noise stress on hearing and also supports heart and metabolic health.

Here’s where things get interesting—your physical body and spiritual body - yeah, you know where I’m going - they are not separate. They are an ecosystem, an intertwined force of nature. The stronger and more nourished your physical body is, the more clarity, presence, and resilience your spiritual self can embody.

Weak foundation? Scattered energy.

Fortified, thriving cells? You’re a walking frequency of vitality!!

And Magnesium? It’s non-negotiable in this equation.

I use and support Quality Magnesium+ because I refuse to let my body run on empty. Stress, workouts, daily life—it all depletes magnesium, and most people are already deficient without realizing it. Ahemmm…have you scheduled your blood work this year. No pressure but also knowledge is power.

When you’re deficient your life is a crock pot of fatigue, brain fog, muscle tension, disrupted sleep, and a nervous system that’s teetering instead of thriving. When you restore your levels, everything shifts—your muscles recover faster, your nervous system chills out, your mind sharpens, and your energy actually sustains itself instead of crashing mid-afternoon.

Your body is your vessel.

No you can’t take it with you but your mind, your spirit, your impact—they all depend on it. So, if you want to build real strength from the inside out, magnesium isn’t optional—it’s essential. And I found this clip on Magnesium from my girl brain crush Dr. Rhonda … take a look.

When the scales are even your physical body and your spiritual self are nurtured in tandem. Next time you’re in the middle of your 7,439,311 dead lift, just know your LIGHT BODY is getting yoked as well.

Ooooh speaking of YOLKED … It’s almost my children’s book anniversary.

March 29th to be exact. If you need an EASTER BASKET STUFFER, a kindergarten graduation gift or just want to support me, I’d be honored.

In the meantime, check out this link for the Magnesium+ and use my code NICOLE15 for 15% off your purchase.

OKAYILOVEYOUBYEEE,

xx

Nic.

ps. * Tuesday QUICKIE YOGA 12-12:30pm pst. $10. A well rounded music based mobility focused yoga flow. This was created as a community class and if you ever need financial assistance to attend - please just reach out or use code NEWFRIEND to try a class for free. Sign up here.

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pps. A CAR(s) Wash 🚗💦 Join me virtually NEXT Wednesday, April 2nd

A CARS WASH aka a CARS routine refresher.

Details:
⏰ 9:30-10:30 AM PST
📍 Online – Join from anywhere
💰 FREE for Infinite Members | $25 for everyone else. CARS (Controlled Articular Rotations) are the ultimate maintenance routine for your body:

• Flossing for your joints – because skipping mobility is like never brushing your teeth (gross).

• WD-40 for your movement – keep those hips, shoulders, and spine gliding instead of grinding.

• Your body’s built-in diagnostic tool – so you actually know where you’re limited before you get injured.

  In just 60 minutes, you’ll refresh your CARS practice, rehydrate your joints, and set yourself up for stronger, pain-free movement in everything you do. SIGN UP HERE.

ppps. Grab YOLKED and share the story of how following your intuition, being bold and staying curious can bring about an EGGcellent life experience. hehe. Please grab a copy (hardcopy is my fav) on Amazon or Barnes and Noble today.

pppps. THE LATEST EPISODE OF SHOCK AND YALL IS OUT NOW and I’m speaking with MYSELF. LOLLLLL. It’s a short and sweet solo-cast where I share about the beauty of CARs and how and why they are so valuable.

Here are a few clips…enjoy, listen and get your butt to class on April 2nd.

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