Happy New Year 2013
I’d like to wish you a prosperous and happy new year!! We look at January 1, 2013 as a new beginning. However, take a few moments to think about 2012; the various trials you overcame and the successes you had. Be proud of your achievements (great or small). Think about how you became a stronger […]
How to Set SMART Goals (not New Years resolutions)
We’re only a few days away from 2013!! Can you believe it?! This year went by so quickly! The new year is a time when many people make “New Years Resolutions”…but unfortunately, most often they don’t last. Here are some typical resolutions: Lose weight/get fit Eat healthy Quit smoking Get out of debt Be more […]
7 Tips for Integrating Exercise into Your Life
We all lead busy lives and sometimes it feels like there’s no time for exercise. In a previous post I discussed how it’s important to do all three aspects of physical activity: cardio, strength, and flexibility. I also mentioned that exercise should be done almost daily (days off are necessary). If you aren’t currently exercising, […]
10 Ideas for Natural Ways to Flavor Water
Today is the 9th day of the Aquatober Challenge — where a bunch of us have decided to only drink water for the month of October. (by the way, it’s not too late to join in!) Some people following me on Facebook have asked about ideas for making water more “exciting”. Personally, I like water […]
How to Eat During the Holidays
Holiday time can be stressful for people who are on a “diet” or who eat healthy/clean throughout the year. There can be a lot of pressure to pig out and indulge. Personally, I think how you want to handle the holidays is an individual decision and can depend on a number of factors. There isn’t […]
31 Day Challenge: “Aquatober”
There’s something refreshing about the beginning of a month. It’s like we can hit the re-start button on our lives. If you’re like me, I sometimes have grand plans of getting things accomplished… projects around the house, new recipes to try, keeping the house tidy (always a challenge!) … but as the month goes on […]
Why I Work Out with a Personal Trainer
Even though I’m a Group Ex instructor and a MYBootcamp coach, I have my own personal trainer who I workout with twice a week. Originally I started with Brendan Smith to train for the figure competition I was in June 2012. However, it quickly became apparent that having a personal trainer was also beneficial even […]
