This post contains Amazon affiliate links. Here is my recipe for a delicious high-protein, vitamin-packed smoothie that I use myself and recommend to my clients, especially on strength training days. Protein is crucial for muscle growth because it helps repair and maintain muscle tissue, among other important functions in your body (Medical News Today). However, many of us struggle to Continue Reading
Here’s my list of the best home exercise equipment for beginners for 2023
If you want to begin working out at home, it can be confusing to know where to start. I've put together the following list of supplies that I use and recommend to new and experienced exercisers alike. Remember, even the best equipment does you no good if you aren't using it correctly and safely, and with consistency. If you would like professional assistance in working out, please join my Continue Reading
How to not gain weight during the holidays
The holidays aren't a good time to start a restrictive diet. Why put yourself through that misery? But also, it's discouraging to step on the scale in January and find an extra 10 pounds have snuck on. Holiday pounds have a funny way of sticking around...and around. And the high amounts of sugar and saturated fat in cookies, cakes and other goodies isn't good for our health. One day of Continue Reading
2022 Healthy Holiday Gift Guide
Looking for a great gift for a family member, a friend? What about when they ask what you want? Visit my 2022 Healthy Holiday Gift Guide for some great ideas! This year’s Guide features highly-rated, awesome gifts I’ve hand-selected to be included, all with the timely theme of self-care and fitness at home. They are all conveniently available from Amazon, who saves Christmas for me every Continue Reading
8 surprising ways a walk can help you de-stress
Did you know walking is one of the best things you can do for your whole-person health? The research proves it! In my post on the Blue Cross NC blog, find out how many minutes a day to walk for less stress, more creativity, better sleep and more. Read story Sponsored by Blue Cross NC Continue Reading
What to do when you feel like you’re FAILING at exercise and healthier choices
It’s not easy to get in shape, eat differently or lose weight when you’ve fought that battle most of your life. It doesn’t help matters either when we’re constantly bombarded with ads, magazine covers and social media influencers promising quick and easy results. So we try the latest diet or exercise craze — and then feel defeated when we can’t stick with it. If that resonates with you, take Continue Reading