Sure, I’ll Take a DNF
What a weekend I had in Big Bear for the USNS Spartan Race! My Plan: Finish the 6.5-mile race with 3,000 feet of elevation gain and 27 obstacles.Run at a pace that is doable for me, so I don't burn out on the course.Test my hip on the new obstacles I have not yet...
Invest in YOU
We can all say we’d like to make certain changes in our lives. But change is hard sometimes. It’s one thing to say you want transformation, but another to actually make it happen. Really bringing about change requires investments that most people are simply unwilling...
Strength Training for Fat Loss
Did you know that adding muscle to your body will improve your fat loss? Strength training is most commonly the highest priority of training I recommend for my clients. The more muscle you have on your body, the more fat you’re going to burn naturally. Too often,...
What’s Your Vision?
Spring might be my favorite season because it’s abundant with rebirth. You see life renewing itself everywhere. I mean, think about – plants that died a few months ago literally come back to life, and we get to soak up the beauty all around us. Every year, everywhere...
Don’t Get Fit For Summer
Summer is such a powerful time. It’s packed full of emotions and memories that can affect our mindset and mood. We all have nostalgia around summer with the sights and smells and that feeling of being free. You know that healthy habits are key to living your best...
Brand New Event!
During the pandemic in 2020, I had an idea -- now that idea is coming to life. I'd like to introduce you to the Renov8 Fitness Burpee Biathlon! Yes, I love to run, and I "love" burpees...so why not combine them for a fun event that can be done at any fitness...
The Past Does Not Dictate What You Can Create in the Future
I believe you can do whatever you set your mind to do. If you want to learn a new skill, change careers, or start exercising and eating right, you can! Starting today, no matter what your experiences have been 🙂 At least once a week, I talk to someone who tells me...
Healthier Planet = Healthier Life!
The theme for Earth Day this year is Invest In Our Planet because a green future is a prosperous future! Act (boldly)Innovate (broadly)Implement (equitably) This week I have been running a 5-day Earth Day Challenge in my community support group, in which...
It’s Never Too Late To Be What You Want
What do Morgan Freeman, Julia Child, and Stan Lee have in common? The actor, chef, and writer didn’t find their calling or achieve success until later in life. And they’re not alone. The history books are full of people who found their calling in their 40s, 50s, 60s...
Easy Ways To Get In More Daily Movement
Want to know a secret about fitness? You don’t have to do all your exercise in a gym. It’s true! The fact is this: We can easily get more movement throughout the day just by making little adjustments to our actions. These shorter bursts of activity count toward our...