Fitness tips and Bible-based encouragement for moms needing peace and simplicity
As most of you know, I recently began working as an online health + wellness coach, partnering with Team Beachbody. But many of you still wonder what exactly it is that I do… Basically, I help connect people with fitness programs that will work for them, introduce them to healthy eating and Shakeology, and run … Continue reading Introducing a FREE 5-Day “Healthy-ish” Eating Challenge
Any Trader Joe's fans out there? What's not to love about employees in Hawaiian shirts, free samples every day, and people literally carrying giant signs that say, "Here to Help!"? We are fortunate to have one about 20 minutes from our house (right near my husband's work), but, sadly, I have not shopped there as … Continue reading My Top Trader Joe’s Favorites and Deals
Sad. Frustrated. Disappointed. Those are all emotions. Ways we can FEEL. However, "fat" is not a feeling. I cringe every time I hear someone say "I feel fat." No - not really… You are frustrated at the way your body LOOKS, but fat is not a feeling. I'm not sure where that … Continue reading Fat is Not a Feeling
Did you know that the compliance rate for taking doctor-prescribed medications is somewhere around 55%? If only half of us follow through with a suggestion (assumingly made in the interest of our best health) of simply taking a pill, is it any wonder we have a much harder time following through with the entire list of … Continue reading Using Change Psychology to Make Lasting Changes towards a Healthier Lifestyle
Everybody can hop on a scale and look at a number. But when it comes to health and fitness, there's so much more than just your weight. If you'd rather "listen" to this blog post and see a few pictures along with it, check out this video. Or skip the video, and just keep … Continue reading How and Why to Take Your Own Body Measurements
With the New Year upon us, I know many of you will be considering goals and resolutions for 2015. Without fail, some form of "getting healthier" goal is usually on the list. However you word it - - - lose weight, get stronger, lower my cholesterol - - - it's always there. (As it should … Continue reading New Year’s Resolutions and a Time Management Plan
Advent is coming to a close - because Christmas is almost here! Yipppeee! If you didn't get a copy of the Truth in the Tinsel earlier this month - definitely keep it in mind for next year. It's such a fantastic Christmas resource for kids! And, if you haven't gotten to all of … Continue reading Cherish Every Moment of Active Advent
There's only a few days until Christmas - and you've probably all got your gifts wrapped and party foods planned... But I just wanted to pop in and share a random post of two things that happened here yesterday - A quick and healthy holiday appetizer and a cute little Christmas gift (like for neighbors, … Continue reading A Quick and Healthy Holiday Appetizer and Gift
One week! One week! Can you believe Christmas is in one week!? I'm sure you've been hitting the holiday parties and concerts and festive fun all month now - and in terms of our health, we know that we can still make good choices, even in the midst of all of the Christmas chaos. … Continue reading Four Healthy Holiday Tips & the Best Gift of All
Have I mentioned how much I dislike the cold? Probably once or twice… Apparently one of the strang(er) things I do is drink hot water. I don't like the taste of coffee, and tea, while an acceptable option, simply takes more time. (I may need to reemphasize I'm all about simple!) I guess I'm just oblivious … Continue reading Homemade Oatmeal Snowman Gifts
Everyday Faith + Fitness 