In March 2020, like most fitness professionals, I moved my in-person boot-camp classes online and taught via Zoom. There was a *steep* learning curve to be sure; lighting, camera angles, and formatting a class that can be done in a space the size of a yoga mat and of course figuring out the sound. Oh …
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Be ‘Heart Smart’
February is American Heart Month! Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. The good news? It is also one of the most preventable. Here are a few ways you can be heart smart. Adopt Healthy Habits Eating a healthy diet (lots of fresh veggies, fruits, …
The December Challenge is Here!
I recognize that December is a big month for many of us. Lots of to-do's, lots of places to go, people to see and I think it's the PERFECT time to do something that supports your wellness. Because listen, we're heading into a season that creates tension, stress, and expectations that are sky high and …
Breathing Easy and Back To It
View from the Sun Trail - photo by K. Honsberger I'll spare you the details but suffice it to say, it's been a crappy 4 weeks of just not feeling good. And the cough. Oh my, the cough. I finally went to the doctor and was diagnosed with whooping cough. It took 5 days of …
A New Challenge is Coming!
Normally I throw down fitness challenges but this time around I'm going a different route. If 2020 and 2021 have shown us anything, it's that our mental and emotional health is as important as how long we can hold a plank or how many Burpees we can do in a minute. So this year it's …
Training Update
My race (now virtual) is on Sunday, October 3rd and this past weekend I ran 8 miles. 8.19 to be exact. My goal was to get a 9 miler under my belt before the race but at this point, going from 8 to 10 miles isn't a huge push. It might not be the prettiest …
How to Move the Needle
I work very hard to provide interesting content that will appeal to my readers; information, tips, strategies and a perspective that comes from a real live person, who, like you, has to juggle a schedule to go for a run, or who shoves a (non-vegan) donut in her pie hole when stressed. I succeed. I …
Be ‘Heart Smart’
February is American Heart Month! Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. The good news? It is also one of the most preventable. Here are a few ways you can be heart smart. Adopt Healthy Habits Eating a healthy diet (lots of fresh veggies, fruits, …
Create An Environment For Success
Today we're going to give you a few tips to create an environment that supports your health and fitness goals. This environment includes Your Space (your home) and Your People (your support system) and once you have both set up properly it will make your journey easier and you'll be more apt to succeed. Ready? …
Trainer Tip – Build Muscle
Here's a fun fact. If you want to burn calories and torch fat you're better off hitting the weight room (or carving out a few feet of space in your kid's room). Strength training, whether you lift weights, use resistance bands, or your own bodyweight, offers many benefits. Here are just a few: Boosts your …
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