Do you tend to be less active during the winter months? It may be time to give that another thought. Exercise is one of the most beneficial ways to boost health and strengthen the immune system, and benefit your mental health as well. And being outdoors getting fresh air and sunshine helps with this as well. But wintertime exercise isn’t limited to just the outdoors. There’s plenty we can do Continue Reading
Increase your energy and get fit with this 4-week walking plan
Feeling cooped up at home? Now is the perfect time to get outdoors and exercise while you enjoy the gorgeous Fall weather and scenery. To help you get started, I've created a four-week walking plan that will help you to get fit, increase your energy, boost your mood and prevent or improve other existing health issues. Get all the details on the Blue Cross NC blog! Read story Sponsored by Continue Reading
PHOTO TOUR: A gorgeous weekend at the Blue Ridge Parkway and Great Smoky Mountains National Park
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