I've been looking back at the goals I set out to accomplish this year and seeing where I stand with about 3 1/2 months completely gone from the year. Since the beginning of the year a lot has changed in our family situation, but that doesn't mean I am going to throw out my goals for the year. Each … [Read more...]
Dear Self…
Dear Self, I’m writing this as a reminder. Yes, a reminder to YOU to not ever give up on this journey to a healthier you. I hear you – it is hard work – and it always will be, but let me recap to you why you started this, why you continue this, and why you’ll never be sorry you did. First and … [Read more...]
The Pregnant Diabetes: What It Is and What to Do about It If You Have It
I am coming up on the time of my pregnancy where I need to drink the nasty orange drink, have a blood test, and determine if I have pregestation diabetes. I’ve been running three to four times a week, but my eating hasn’t always been ideal. I hear all the time, “Oh, you definitely don’t have … [Read more...]
What Should I Weigh?
What Should I Weigh? My clients commonly ask me What should I weigh? — as if I had a crystal ball. Although I could look at weight charts, I find charts to often be misleading; each athlete’s body is unique. I prefer to suggest an appropriate weight range for a person based on a conversation with … [Read more...]
How to Save Money on a Gym Membership
One of the best times to consider getting a gym membership is in the summer. Fewer people think about heading to a gym when the weather is nice, so annual rates and fees wane in an effort to attract new members. Looking into a membership toward the end of any month can also earn you a better rate as … [Read more...]
7 Ways to Make Vacation Exercise Happen
Just because you are on vacation doesn't mean your training plan has to go out the window. It just takes a little planning to keep yourself on track and make sure you are burning off any extra calories you may be consuming. Just pack your running shoes and a couple workout outfits and you will be … [Read more...]
8 Ways to Up Your Fruit and Veggie Intake
How many fruits and veggie servings PER day do you consume? Be honest – I will not judge you. My consumption of the all-important fruits and vegetables food pyramid category has been slim to none over the last few months. It pains me to even write that because I actually like fruits and … [Read more...]
Taking Control of Diabetes
In 2009, my husband and I received disturbing news. My 27-year-old husband was diagnosed with Type II diabetes. Also known as adult-onset diabetes, it usually occurs in adults who generally are making poor eating choices and/or poor exercise choices. It didn’t seem to be a stretch that Kyle would … [Read more...]
Hike It Baby – Hike With Your Baby!
Accountability is so crucial to weight loss and yet it can be so hard to come by. You could find an accountability buddy or join a DietBet through the Sisterhood. You could join a program like Weight Watchers where there are weekly weigh-ins. I mix things up each month and like to alternate between … [Read more...]
Tale of a Sugar Coma
The month of January and first part of February I followed Whole30 to help figure out some of my health related issues. Because of this special diet, I consumed NO SUGAR for a month and a half. After the first week, it wasn't nearly as difficult as I expected and I felt pretty amazing. In … [Read more...]
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