If you are struggling or gave up because you couldn’t keep up with new habits, it's not a personal failure. You’re perfectly human. The good news is, you can accomplish your goals in 2021. It’s never too late to begin again. But in order to do that, let’s reframe your mindset on your goals and how to reach them. Here are five strategies that worked for me when nothing else did — and I Continue Reading
Your step-by-step, no-fail system for getting fit and healthy in 2021
New Year's resolutions may look different this year with the COVID-19 pandemic. But getting fit is still possible and can help you look and feel your best. Grab this step-by-step system and infographic for accomplishing your goals, in my new post on the Blue Cross NC blog. Read story Sponsored by Blue Cross NC Continue Reading
Healthy Holiday Gift Guide
Looking for a great gift for a family member, a friend? What about when they ask what you want? Visit my 2020 Healthy Holiday Gift Guide for some great ideas! This year’s Guide features highly-rated, awesome gifts I’ve hand-selected to be included, all with the timely theme of self-care and fitness at home. They are all conveniently available from Amazon, who saves Christmas for me every Continue Reading
4 healthy holiday hacks
The holidays are about family, fun — and food! This time of year, it’s easy to put off exercise and reach for a plate of cookies instead. But what if you were able to maintain your weight, fit in some exercise, and still enjoy yourself during the holidays? Is it possible, without willpower of steel? The answer is yes! In this story I wrote for the Blue Cross NC blog, discover how to get Continue Reading
What I wish I’d known starting out on my fitness journey
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
8 ways to stick with exercise and a healthy diet at home
Do you find yourself ditching healthy habits when you’re at home, even if you didn’t intend to? Can’t get to the gym, so you don’t work out. There are goodies in the pantry and pizza delivery is just a text away. Being at home can be a minefield of temptation! But it doesn’t have to be that way. In my latest post on the Blue Cross NC blog, discover eight ways to stick with exercise and a Continue Reading