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
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
Five scrumptious strawberry recipes, plus how to pick strawberries
Strawberry season is finally here! I love going to pick strawberries at a u-pick farm here in central North Carolina, McAdams Farm. If you haven't been to a u-pick farm, you should go try it. Strawberry picking is great exercise, and an outdoor activity the whole family can enjoy. Kids especially love it. To keep fresh-picked strawberries longer, (1) Store in the refrigerator, and (2) Continue Reading
Join me for a 5-Day Walking Challenge to walk 10 minutes each day
I am very excited to be collaborating with Blue Cross NC to host a 5-Day Walking Challenge, virtually! The aim is to walk 10 minutes a day (or whatever you can do) for five days straight, Monday, April 17 through Friday, April 21, 2023. Walking is so great for us, physically and mentally. But most of us are busy and it isn't always on our minds to stop and go outside for a quick walking break. Continue Reading
8 surprising ways a walk can help you de-stress
Did you know walking is one of the best things you can do for your whole-person health? The research proves it! In my post on the Blue Cross NC blog, find out how many minutes a day to walk for less stress, more creativity, better sleep and more. Read story Sponsored by Blue Cross NC Continue Reading