We all need supporters on our health & fitness journey. And while some are lucky enough to have a supportive partner at home, that’s a fantasy for others. So, what do you do when your spouse/partner doesn’t encourage your efforts to live a healthier life and...
Since the year 496, Valentine’s Day has been celebrated in some form. It’s a day not just to express love for a significant other, but it’s also a day to express admiration and appreciation for other incredible people in our lives. And that’s YOU! Whether I’m...
Most of us don’t need a holiday to think about chocolate, right? Any day will do just fine 🙂 But with Valentine’s Day upon us, and chocolate being more associated with amour than just about any other food or flavor, it can be like an adult version of Halloween if...
You want to show love on Valentine’s Day. But you don’t want to spoil anyone’s healthy habits with a bunch of sugar-packed treats, right? Show your love with these alternative gifts – for yourself or your Someone Special. Sugar-free chocolates Darker, more pure...
Is self-care selfish? Not at all! But sometimes people tell me they hesitate to practice self-care because they should put others ahead of themselves. And I totally get that, but I also urge them to think a step further to see why practicing self-care is an act of...
Team Renov8 participated in the Drumstick Dash L.A. this morning in our sunny SoCal weather. My goal was to run at least 2 miles without walking, but to try and make it all 3.1 miles without walking…I did it! The ankle held up fine, but it was definitely a challenge...
A belief is an acceptance that a statement is true or that something exists. And when we commonly hear people talking about beliefs, they are thoughts repeated, right? We’ve all heard that before or read it on a coffee mug or Pinterest board. And it’s true. If you...
There’s nothing as attractive as confidence. Not being at your goal weight.Not the perfect haircut.Not wearing THAT swimsuit. It doesn’t matter what your gender is. It doesn’t matter what your age is. It is simply a universal truth that when you believe in yourself,...
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...
As I'm sure you've already heard elsewhere, it's International Women's Day! The theme for 2022 is #BreakTheBias. Did you know that International Women's Day celebrates the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women? It also raises awareness about...
As we celebrate another Valentine’s Day, let’s remember to express love and appreciation for all kinds of people we care about, and not just our significant others. So, let me just say how much I value you and thank you for letting me be a part of your...
There are many reasons to exercise, eat right, and lead a healthy lifestyle, right? It’s better for our health. We feel better, look better, and move better. It helps ensure we’ll remain able to care for our loved ones and enjoy life. And what’s at the root of...