New Year's resolutions may look different this year with the COVID-19 pandemic. But getting fit is still possible and can help you look and feel your best. Grab this step-by-step system and infographic for accomplishing your goals, in my new post on the Blue Cross NC blog. Read story Sponsored by Blue Cross NC Continue Reading
RECIPE: High Protein Triple Berry Smoothie
This post contains Amazon affiliate links. If you're not the type to eat a lot of fruit by itself -- or even if you are -- a smoothie is a refreshing fruity treat that's surprisingly easy to make. My delicious Triple Berry Smoothie packs a lot of nutrition and extra vitamins and protein in as well, with the inclusion of a whey protein powder. The issue with many smoothies, especially the Continue Reading
RECIPE: Energizing No-Bake Oatmeal Bites
I absolutely love no-bake snacks, probably because I've always loved eating cookie dough and it's kind of like that. But these no-bake oatmeal balls are certainly a healthier choice than consuming raw cookie dough. My Energizing No-Bake Oatmeal Bites are free of processed sugar and wheat, and provide an easy grab-and-go snack. I like to have one or two at a time, instead of packaged granola Continue Reading
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 2020 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
4 healthy holiday hacks
The holidays are about family, fun — and food! This time of year, it’s easy to put off exercise and reach for a plate of cookies instead. But what if you were able to maintain your weight, fit in some exercise, and still enjoy yourself during the holidays? Is it possible, without willpower of steel? The answer is yes! In this story I wrote for the Blue Cross NC blog, discover how to get Continue Reading
Proud to be a Certified Health Coach
I am delighted to announce that I have added another credential to my professional expertise - Certified Health Coach through the American Council on Exercise! Through it I learned the science and skills to support meaningful and lasting lifestyle change for those I am called to serve. While my other fitness/health certifications included aspects of this area, the CHC course delves much deeper Continue Reading