Yoga is a great way to enhance mindfulness, flexibility and physical fitness. It can reduce anxiety and even help you sleep better. In this post on the Blue Cross NC blog, I share five poses for beginners that can help you reduce stress and feel more balanced. Read story Sponsored by Blue Cross NC Continue Reading
PHOTO TOUR: Exploring wild, wonderful West Virginia
In late August, my husband and I took a road trip to beautiful West Virginia for a long weekend. This is something that had been on my wish list for a while. Our daughter visited the New River Gorge area in Fayetteville, W.V. a few times and knew we would love it, so on her suggestion we decided to go. I was surprised to learn that it's not that far away - only about a 4-hour drive from our home Continue Reading
Exercises for people who hate to work out: 18 fun ideas to get moving
Not a gym person? Not excited by the idea of exercise in general? In this post on the Blue Cross NC blog, I share ideas to get yourself moving without feeling like you're doing traditional exercise. You might even have some fun! Read story Sponsored by Blue Cross NC Continue Reading
Do you actually need to walk 10,000 steps a day?
Do you have to walk 10,000 steps a day for better health and fitness? Is there any evidence that 10,000 should be the default, and where did that come from? You're going to be surprised at the answer. See my post on the Blue Cross NC blog for the scoop! Read story here Sponsored by Blue Cross NC Continue Reading
8 chair exercises to strengthen your abs and back
Whether you work at a desk all day or have mobility challenges (or both), chair-based exercises can help you tone your muscles and relieve stiffness. Plus chair exercises can be done almost anywhere. In this story on the Blue Cross NC blog, I show you a quick exercise plan to get you started. Read story here Sponsored by Blue Cross NC Continue Reading
Discover the joy of bike riding for exercise and fun
Ready to dust off that bike in the garage and go for a spin? It's a fun way to get some exercise and fresh air. In my new post on the Blue Cross NC blog, learn more about the benefits of cycling and how to get started. Plus, I share the unusual reason I started riding my bike again! Read on the Blue Cross NC Blog Also see: "Getting started with cycling? Here’s my must-have bicycle accessories Continue Reading