Do the temptations and busyness of the holidays derail your best efforts at staying on track with your wellness? The holidays don't have to mean an all-or-nothing approach to healthy habits. In my post on the Blue Cross NC blog, discover four ways to feel your best all season long - no perfection required! Read story Continue Reading
Healthy Holiday Gift Guide
Looking for a great gift for a family member or friend? What about when they ask what you want? Visit my 2023 Healthy Holiday Gift Guide for some fantastic ideas! This year’s Guide features highly-rated, awesome wellness gifts I’ve hand-selected to be included. They are all conveniently available from Amazon, who saves Christmas for me every year. Be sure to bookmark this Gift Guide, since Continue Reading
Step up your wellness with an autumn walk
Autumn is the perfect time of year to go for a walk -- perfect temps and gorgeous scenery! And walking in the fall is particularly meaningful to me. It was in October, 15 years ago, that I began my healthy living transformation by walking every morning. It changed my physical and mental health for the better and it can for you, too. In my post on the Blue Cross NC blog, discover fun and creative Continue Reading
What to do if exercise makes you REALLY hungry
What can you do if you are intensely hungry after working out? I was asked this by my client recently, who told me that she was ravenous after taking a spin class and wondered what to do about that. She was trying to resist eating afterwards, but was that the right thing? Girl, I've been there, too -- and it's frustrating. Hunger is actually a body's normal reaction to an intense workout. Continue Reading
Rest stop stretches to help you feel better on your road trip
While most of us enjoy the opportunity for a road trip, it can be hard on the body – leaving you aching and tired. You can find relief by stretching the muscles that tense up after hours in the car. Remember to stretch regularly throughout your journey to help your body feel less stiff and tight, to get your blood circulating, and to help you stay alert if you’re driving. Stop every 1-2 hours Continue Reading
My fitness journey: From couch potato to wellness warrior
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