If you're on a weight loss journey -- as I still am, for life -- it's tempting to just look at pounds on the scale as a measurement of progress. But in reality, we should be looking at other metrics, too. (More on that to come, in another story I'm working on). When we say we want to lose weight, really we are hoping to lose body fat. In the health and fitness world, we refer to "body Continue Reading
Here’s my list of the best home exercise equipment for beginners for 2023
If you want to begin working out at home, it can be confusing to know where to start. I've put together the following list of supplies that I use and recommend to new and experienced exercisers alike. Remember, even the best equipment does you no good if you aren't using it correctly and safely, and with consistency. If you would like professional assistance in working out, please join my Continue Reading
Here’s my list of the best home exercise equipment for beginners
If you want to begin working out at home, it can be confusing to know where to start. I've put together the following list of supplies that I personally use and recommend to new and experienced exercisers alike. Remember, even the best equipment does you no good if you aren't using it correctly and safely, and with consistency. If you would like professional assistance in working out, please Continue Reading
Getting started with cycling? Here’s my must-have bicycle accessories list
I'm a big believer in "use what you have" and starting simple. Having said that, when I took up bike riding for fun and exercise, I quickly realized that to have a more comfortable and safe ride there were several items I really needed. So I added gear and accessories, one thing at a time. Here is a list of the type of bike accessories I use. Some are critical and some are nice-to-haves, but 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: DEXA Scan for body fat, muscle and bone testing
Disclosure: I was provided a complimentary DEXA scan in exchange for my honest review. As a fitness professional who works with clients who want to lose weight and increase strength, I often emphasize the importance of body composition rather than relying solely on the scale as a means of measuring progress. The scale just doesn't tell you the whole story. For that reason, we always take Continue Reading