What's your version of Olympic gold? Is there anything in life that you'd pursue with single-mided intensity like these athletes? How we can use that type of energy in our day to day - my tips for being in "gold medal" focus!
Read MoreThe tendency to focus on what is not instead of what is impacts all of us. We dwell on things we feel are missing from our lives or we concentrate our energy on the areas of our life that we feel are lacking. Relationships, careers, our bodies and our health, even personal finances.
Read MoreTry a salt bath. When added to warm bath water it can help alleviate muscle pain, reduce swelling, relieve stress, improve circulation, soften skin and improve mood.
Read MoreIt's celebration time. It's my birthday month and I got a great present that's celebration-worthy too.
Read MoreThese pumpkin pancakes are perfect for fall, or anytime. You'll love how easy they are to make, and how indulgent they taste. Healthy doesn't mean boring!
Read MoreBouncing back after a set back. Recovering, slowing down and being patient.
All of it was challenging.
Here’s what I learned.
I am sharing this in the hopes it will help you too.
When I was a child all I wanted to do is Jump Rope. It was so much fun. My friends and I turned jump roping into a game of who could jump the most without skipping a beat. Today, it’s a big part of my daily workout routine. And it’s still fun.
Read MoreSummer is finally here and If you have been fighting flabby arms and feeling self-conscious about putting on your tank top, it is time to make a change. For too many women (including myself), the upper arms are a problem area, especially the triceps area at the back of the upper arms.
Sometimes referred to as bat wings, this area is easily neglected, because compared to the biceps at the front of your upper arms, it’s less visible.
So, if sleek, sculpted arms are the accessory you want most this summer use these 5 lifestyle changes to get the job done.
Read MoreHow do I get rid of extra belly fat? That’s one of the questions I get asked most often. Unfortunately there is not one way to target fat in a specific area, toning your body takes a combination of a balanced diet and regular exercise.
Read MoreHow does your environment influence you? When I was growing up our home was filled with all the junk food you could imagine.
Read MoreI am a big fan of making “super shakes” in order to get a ton of nutrient dense foods in for the day. The fact of the matter is that we are so busy these days that many of us just don’t get enough fruits, vegetables, healthy fats, quality proteins, and other key nutrients throughout the day.
Read MoreHow Do You Prioritize Your Time? Think about it for a second. What do you choose more often? TV or working out? Sleeping in or working out? Talking on the phone or working out?
Read MoreWe kicked off our “Getting Ready For Spring” series with the benefits of dry brushing for your skin and we’ve just finish off the “Tank Top Workout” to tone your shoulders and your arms. So, what better way to close out this series, than with a little lower body action?
Read MoreSpring is officially here, which means short sleeves, soon to be followed by bikinis and tank tops. Nothing shows off a toned upper body and arms like a skimpy tank top. Firm shoulders, arms, and upper-back muscles take center stage. As we continue our “Getting Ready for Spring” series, we’re going to help you tone up and get ready for spring and summer with our Tank Top Workout.
Read MoreAs the days get longer and temperatures begin to climb, off go the sweaters and boots and on go the shorts and sandals. But while your spirit may be singing the praises of spring, it’s also likely your skin and your body is still crying out with the winter blues.
Read MoreAs you can image I live a very busy life. Running my own business, while I love it, is also at times very stressful. My days are filled rushing from one client to another, doing Skype coaching sessions, writing blog post, taking conference calls and managing my own life. I rush through my day with very little time for anything and when I have time to get a bite to eat, I gobble it down.
Read MoreI’m counting calories and working out and not seeing results. What’s the deal? Does this sound familiar? I can’t tell you how many times I have heard this.As it turns out, there are plenty of things that could be countering all your hard work, from what you eat before your workouts, to what you do afterwards.
Read MoreI often get asked, “What do you eat”? With so many fad diets and quick cleanses being promoted, I would like to explain a little bit about why I eat the types of foods I typically eat on any given day.
Read MoreWhen we think of fitness, we immediately envision lifting weights, running on the treadmill and lacing up our running shoes for an early morning jog. Though these images are certainly connected, there’s another form of fitness we should be practicing daily: mental fitness.
Read MoreIf you have been following us on Facebook and reading my blog posts then you know that the quality of your sleep has an enormous impact on your health and well-being. Most people recognize the need for bedtime routines in children, but so often we forget to honor the need for these routines as adults.
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