Have you ever fought what felt like a losing battle with exercise and overeating? That was me. And then something happened that finally changed everything. Get the scoop in my post on the Blue Cross NC blog. Read story Continue Reading
Register for my live online Halloween themed exercise class
Once again I am hosting a special Halloween exercise class! It will be held live online on Monday, October 30, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern. We’ll have a spooky good time with a fun 30-minute cardio, strength and flexibility workout. This is an all-standing program with no floor work. All exercises are geared towards beginners and midlife and older active adults. It’s FREE but registration is Continue Reading
New credential earned: Menopause Health and Fitness Specialist
I'm happy to announce I’ve added a new credential, Menopause Health and Fitness Specialist! I am dedicated to learning all I can about this phase of life so that I can better serve my clients and for my own journey as well. You’re going to be hearing more from me on this subject going forward. I will be sharing tips for staying fit and healthy, and strategies for success as we navigate the Continue Reading
5 ways to measure progress that have nothing to do with pounds
Most of us have been there. We’re exercising and watching what we eat, and naturally step on the scale. When the number isn’t what we hoped, it’s easy to get discouraged – or worse, to feel like giving up. But here’s the thing: Your weight doesn’t tell the whole story and shouldn’t be the sole measure of success. On the Blue Cross NC blog, I share other ways to measure progress. Read story Continue Reading
Exercise from home with online classes (plus two awesome free options!)
In this post, I break down the benefits of online workouts and give tips for getting the most out of your virtual exercise class. Plus, learn about two free classes that I teach virtually through Blue Cross NC's Raleigh Center, Chair Fit and Wellness in Motion! Read on the Blue Cross NC blog Sponsored by Blue Cross NC Find out about ALL of my live online classes here! Continue Reading
REVIEW: Eros Smart Body Fat Scale
If you're on a weight loss journey -- as I still am, for life -- it's tempting to just look at pounds on the scale as a measurement of progress. But in reality, we should be looking at other metrics, too. (More on that to come, in another story I'm working on). When we say we want to lose weight, really we are hoping to lose body fat. In the health and fitness world, we refer to "body Continue Reading