On October 26, I celebrate my 12th “Fitiversary.” It’s what I call the anniversary of starting to exercise and what led to a transformation to a healthier me, physically and emotionally. That day I first stepped on the treadmill for 15 minutes, I had no idea it was a monumental moment. I had no expectations. After all, I had a long history of starting and stopping exercise and of yo-yo 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
It’s never too late: How to get fit over 40
Think it’s too late for you to get fit and improve your health? Think again! I understand. I’ve been there. At age 41, I finally overcame decades of yo-yo dieting and failure to stick with exercise. Today, I’m helping others over 40 experience life-changing improvement in their lives and health — and witnessing their incredible weight-loss transformations. Getting fit isn’t rocket science, Continue Reading
Lose it for good this time: My 10 best fitness and weight loss tips
I recently celebrated my 10th “Fitiversary” – the anniversary of starting my weight loss and fitness transformation. Today, I’m a Certified Personal Trainer, helping others in their own journeys. People always seem shocked when they find out I used to weigh nearly 100 pounds more than I do now, or that I ever had a hard time sticking with exercise. But 10 years ago, I left behind decades of Continue Reading
Feel the fear and do it anyway
I had quite a thrill recently when I heard my name and words on one of my favorite business and motivational podcasts, the Ziglar Show. The host had posed the question: "What have you achieved while still being scared?" My response was among those chosen to be discussed! You can hear it at the 28:00 mark of Episode 618. But I'd suggest listening to the whole episode -- and subscribing to Continue Reading
Announcing a new collaboration
I’m SO excited to announce a new project with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina: I’ll be writing health and fitness stories regularly for their awesome blog, Point of Blue! These articles won’t be about me -- except for this first one. It's an introduction and includes my weight loss story and a video. Please check it out here! Continue Reading