I recently celebrated my 10th “Fitiversary” – the anniversary of starting my weight loss and fitness transformation. Today, I’m a Certified Personal Trainer, helping others in their own journeys. People always seem shocked when they find out I used to weigh nearly 100 pounds more than I do now, or that I ever had a hard time sticking with exercise. But 10 years ago, I left behind decades of Continue Reading
Archives for 2018
Healthy Holiday Gift Guide
Looking for a great gift for a family member, a friend or for yourself? Whether they are into tech, beauty, cooking, or fitness – I’m here to help! Visit my Healthy Holiday Gift Guide for some great ideas. This year's Guide features highly-rated, awesome gift ideas I’ve hand-selected to be included. They are all conveniently available from Amazon, who saves Christmas for me every year. Take Continue Reading
How to avoid gaining weight over the holidays
The holidays are here! ‘Tis the season to eat, drink and be merry. But with a little pre-planning, you can enjoy yourself without adding to your waistline. In this story I wrote for Blue Cross NC, discover some easy strategies to help you stay on track without feeling deprived. Read story [Sponsored] Continue Reading
Rest stop stretches to help you feel great while traveling
Traveling for the holidays? It can be hard on the body. Find relief by stretching the muscles that tense up after hours in the car. In this story I wrote for Blue Cross NC, see some easy stretches you can do for your back, hips, legs, shoulders, and neck. You'll feel soooo good! Read story [Sponsored] Continue Reading
A beautiful fall hike at Eno River State Park
Today I had the pleasure of leading a ladies hike at Eno River State Park, on a gorgeous early November day. We've had a lot of rain lately, but fortunately the weather was perfect. Crystal blue skies, colorful leaves and crisp temperatures...it was the kind of hike I dream about all year. This idea was born because of the great time we had on the National Trails Day Hike in June. We really Continue Reading
5 fun and easy ways to exercise in the Fall
In this article I wrote for Blue Cross NC, discover five easy and enjoyable ways you and your family can get your fitness on this fall. You’ll have so much fun, you won’t even realize you’re exercising! Read story [Sponsored] Continue Reading