In August my husband and I ventured to the southwest part of our state, North Carolina, for a much-needed few days in the mountains. While I have been to the Blue Ridge Parkway in the Asheville and Boone areas, I had never been south of Asheville. And visiting the Great Smoky Mountains National Park has been on my destination bucket list for several years. To stay the least, this visit didn't Continue Reading
Review: Renting a cabin through Airbnb PLUS how to save $
Note: I paid for this trip myself and it was not sponsored by Airbnb or the property owner. But, guess what! If you sign up using my referral link, YOU can save up to $65 on your first Airbnb booking for the property of your choice! Click here Recently my husband and I took a few days to get away to the mountains in the southwest part of our state, North Carolina. We wanted a quiet and private Continue Reading
No time to work out? Try these easy ways to fit movement into your day
Did you know that any movement you do during your day makes a difference in your health? A few minutes here and there adds up. Studies show that even small amounts of exercise benefit you physically and mentally. See my post on the Blue Cross NC blog for some simple, doable ways you can fit in small bits of exercise throughout your day! Read story Sponsored by Blue Cross NC Continue Reading
100 screen-free ways to keep kids active this summer
For many kids, summer can mean a lot of time in front of a phone, tablet or TV. And with sports and summer camps on hold because of the coronavirus, our kids may be feeling especially stir crazy. In my post on the Blue Cross NC blog, you’ll find a printable list of ideas to combat boredom and encourage physical activity. Help your kids or grandkids be healthy and happy this summer with these fun Continue Reading
A fun circuit workout you can do in your backyard or outdoor space
If your home workout is starting to feel like a grind, maybe it’s time to shake things up and try something different. Taking your workout outside is a breath of fresh air, in every sense! Get energized with this simple, no-equipment circuit workout you can do in your backyard, outside your apartment or condo building, or in any outdoor space. All of these exercises are beginner-friendly, and Continue Reading
How I walked off 60 lbs. — and you can, too
People are often surprised to find out that I used to struggle with large fluctuations in my weight, and with sticking to exercise. But I finally overcame all that by starting a walking program, and it changed my life. It can for you, too! In this story on the Blue Cross NC blog, learn how I did it and see a demo video of my special calorie-burning cardio walking technique. Read Continue Reading