Can you believe the holidays are upon us? Where did this year go?! I think my favorite part of the holidays is the food. How about you? If you're looking for some new ideas for dishes to serve for holiday entertaining or office potlucks, I'm here to help! Below I've listed some of our favorite recipes for holiday event cooking, categorized by Main Dishes, Sides, Muffins and Biscuits, and Continue Reading
Why is strength training important for women?
Resistance training isn’t just about getting more muscle tone. It’s also about becoming healthier, more fit, and feeling stronger — all of which is empowering for women. Exercising with weights provides many important health benefits for women, and should be included in your fitness routine along with cardio. In this article I wrote for the Blue Cross NC blog, learn about the many advantages Continue Reading
9 fun ways to walk with your family this fall
Walking is excellent exercise, and Fall is the perfect time to venture outdoors and explore on foot! While a simple walk around the block is great, there are a lot more ways to get a walk in while having tons of fun at the same time. In this story I wrote for Blue Cross NC, discover nine fun ways you and your family can get walking this fall. Read story Sponsored by Blue Cross NC Continue Reading
A family favorite: Honey Oat Raisin Muffins recipe
We love muffins at our house, and this recipe is one of my family's favorites. Power through your day with these healthy treats full of oats and honey goodness! This post contains Amazon affiliate links. Ingredients: 1.5 cups quick-cooking steel cut oats, or quick-cooking regular oats 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/3 cup packed brown sugar 3 teaspoons baking powder 3/4 teaspoon Continue Reading
Can exercise make you happier?
We all know exercise can make you stronger, leaner and physically healthier. But what about your mental health? Can exercise make you feel happier? In this post I wrote for the Blue Cross NC blog, we look at what science says about the subject -- and I reveal whether exercise worked for me or not. Read story Continue Reading
VIDEO: How to attach a resistance band to a door for a perfect home or travel workout
In this video, I show you how to securely attach a resistance band (resistance tube with handles) to a door and how to install the door attachment. Below are links to the items mentioned in the video. Amazon affiliate links are provided in this post. If you click one of my Amazon links and then make a purchase, I may receive a small advertising commission from Amazon; however, this does not Continue Reading