Benjamin Franklin famously said, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” He was talking about fires in Philadelphia, but he could’ve been talking about personal health as well. Unfortunately, since Franklin’s time, modern healthcare practices focus more on...
Here’s a big lie that too many people use as an excuse to stay inactive and unhealthy: Taking action (in this case, exercising and eating right) uses time, money and energy that I just can’t afford to lose. Phew. Of all the reasons I hear from people saying they would...
Even though the Halloween season is behind us, it's the perfect time to talk about fear – specifically, how it might be affecting your fitness journey. Are you finding that fear is holding you back from pursuing your fitness goals? If the answer is yes, then please...
Today I want to spark your inner fire, providing you with the fuel to overcome obstacles and ignite your passion. Everyone needs motivation, even myself, and it's not a one-time fix. Motivation, like self-discipline, requires consistent practice as both thrive on one...
You've got the basic equation down: Healthy weight involves a bit of math involving exercise and diet. If you burn more calories than you consume, then you're on the right path… Keeping it simple for now 😉 But… There’s another piece of the puzzle you can’t ignore:...
Are you the kind of person who’s always saying “Yes” to requests when you secretly mean, “Heck, no?” Do you apologize for things that aren’t your fault? And, here we go… Do you suppress your desires or even totally normal “negative” reactions because you’re worried...
Change can be hard. We’ve all tried to fight one change or another, right? But it doesn’t always have to be an uphill battle. In fact – here’s a big secret – change can be your greatest ally if you take the right mindset about it. Lean into it. It might feel a little...
There might not be a “secret” to getting everything you want. But there is a first step that is absolutely necessary for anyone who’s not relying on guessing the lottery numbers. The path to gaining everything you want starts with making a powerful decision – and then...
Summer is all about experiencing the best that life has to offer – and that includes challenging ourselves to grow. Personal growth and personal health are essential, so let’s weave them together for maximum impact! I hope you get inspired by this list of 5 Ways to...
Summer is such a great time for inspiration. You don’t have to look far to find motivation everywhere. The sun makes you feel good… the vibe is relaxed… and we’re more encouraged to exercise and eat right because we typically wear less clothing, right? We have our...
We all have a sense of identity of who we are. For instance, you might be an American. You might also be a parent. You could be a spouse, too. You could be a writer. Some parts of our identity are given to us and fixed, but others we choose on our own – often without...
I want to tell you about two sisters I know. They share many things in common – DNA, childhood experiences, basic values, etc. But they couldn’t be more different when it comes to fitness. One is a super-fit competitive athlete. The other smokes are overweight and...