Getting up early to exercise is a huge reason I've been successful in sticking with fitness, and what brought me to where I am today. It can work for you, too! In this story I wrote for Blue Cross NC, find out why morning exercise is awesome and get my expert tips on how to make it easier -- even if you're not a morning person! Read on the Blue Cross NC blog [Sponsored] Continue Reading
How to exercise safely in the heat
One of the best parts of summer is the opportunity to be active outdoors. But this also puts us at risk for heat-related illnesses. Exercise in the heat can be dangerous, for all ages. In this story I wrote for Blue Cross NC, I give tips for exercising in heat and what to do if someone's in trouble. Read on the Blue Cross NC blog [Sponsored] Continue Reading
VIDEO: Essential stretches for walkers and runners
I'm passionate about power walking. It helped me lose and keep off 60 pounds! (Read: My Weight Loss Story) But in my early days of walking, I wasn't yet a fitness professional, and I made some rookie mistakes that led to a painful bout of plantar fasciitis and other issues. Those mistakes included a lack of proper physical preparation before my walking workouts, and not utilizing recovery Continue Reading
Photo tour: A winter hike at Blackwood Farm Park in Hillsborough, NC
Today, my son and I took the opportunity of a beautiful, mild Saturday morning to visit one of Orange County's newer parks, Blackwood Farm Park. Located next to I-40 between Hillsborough and Chapel Hill, N.C., the park is 152 acres of forest trails and open spaces situated on an historic farm property. There are currently four miles of hiking trails, a picnic shelter with tables, and a pond Continue Reading
How to use the adult fitness equipment at Graham Regional Park
I'm excited to be partnering with the City of Graham Recreation and Parks Department on a new initiative, Fitness First on Saturdays. Please come on out and join me there! Fitness First on Saturdays will be from 8-9 a.m. on Saturday mornings from Sept. 9-Oct. 21, 2017, at the beautiful new Graham Regional Park in Haw River. Recreation Department staff and I will be on-site to Continue Reading
Awesome walking and running accessories to get you up and moving!
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