Yes, it's officially the holiday season now that most of you have over-indulged yesterday for Thanksgiving. Let's get you back on track! It's easier to maintain weight than it is to lose weight so don't go into the holiday season thinking that it's ok or normal to gain weight from now until New Year's Eve, then make resolutions to lose all the weight. Do it the right … [Read more...] about Fitness Friday- Tips to stay on track during the holiday
Fitness/Nutrition
How to carve up your Thanksgiving Calories
While the rest of the US is stuffing themselves on Thanksgiving Day, I'll be doing who knows what. This year I'll be home alone, more than likely watch the parade (I say that though I doubt I will since tv isn't near the computer) So in reality, I'll probably go for dark o' clock run, and work... and possibly watch football... who knows... Meanwhile for the rest of … [Read more...] about How to carve up your Thanksgiving Calories
Fat vs Skinny – Anytime Fitness, bloggers, etc.
There's been a lot of hoopla (does anyone really use that word besides me?) over something that recently happened regarding Anytime Fitness and a PR pitch for a book. Now mind you I didn't get all into the conversation on multiple blogs (til now) It's been blogged about by many influential bloggers... I think it started (or at least where I first saw it) with Leah at … [Read more...] about Fat vs Skinny – Anytime Fitness, bloggers, etc.
Fitspo Friday – Jenn Givler
Friday again... Time for Fitspo Friday Where I feature a person who is inspiring in the fitness/weight/health field. I've known Jenn Givler for years now! She's inspirational in more ways than just fitness, yoga and weight. Jenn is an excellent friend and has accomplished so much... Q: Have you always lived a healthy fit lifestyle? Most of my life, I was a … [Read more...] about Fitspo Friday – Jenn Givler
Wellness Wednesday – tips on handling holiday stress
With the holidays quickly approaching people are planning big elaborate meals, shopping trips and trying to squeeze everything into short amounts of time. Stress comes easily, especially during the holidays... financial, time, weight, health... Everything starts spinning like you're on a merry go round and can't get off... What are you going to do this year to not get … [Read more...] about Wellness Wednesday – tips on handling holiday stress
Healthy Eating for Kids Recipe Book Review
This is a fun recipe book providing quick, easy and nutritious recipes for kids to enjoy. "Healthy Eating for Kids" was written with the busy family in mind (which in this day and age which family isn't busy?) The recipes are designed to be prepared in 15 minutes or less. Each one is formulated keeping your child's nutritional needs in mind to keep them healthy, … [Read more...] about Healthy Eating for Kids Recipe Book Review
Fitspo- Running Rachel
I've decided to blog a "Fitspo" blog every Friday in conjunction with the Fitness Friday posts! This week I bring you Rachel Steffen. She has inspired me in more than just the fitness realm but that's what we're focusing on here so with that said... Q: Have you always lived a healthy fit lifestyle? (give details, explain progress, etc.) I have always been an active, … [Read more...] about Fitspo- Running Rachel
Fitness Friday – tips on eating clean
Fitness is more than just working out, exercising, training... it's about what you eat and put into your body to fuel it as well. I'm sure you've heard the phrase clean eating but do you know what it means? Clean eating is based on consuming foods as close to their natural state and you can possibly get them. That means no processed, prepackaged junk or fast food, … [Read more...] about Fitness Friday – tips on eating clean
Go Sport ID Review & Giveaway
Thanks go to Justin and Kase who hooked me up with the Go Sport ID Inspire and the rainbow of Inspire Bands so no matter what I'm wearing I'll match! As many of you may know, I go for dark o' clock runs... yes even with the time change, it's still dark when I'm running. The Go Sport ID comes in handy knowing that if something were to happen to me while I'm out, at … [Read more...] about Go Sport ID Review & Giveaway
Nalgene reusable bottle from Reuseit.com review
I love reusable water bottles, since I'm always harping about drinking enough water and being green I received the Nalgene wide mouth 32 oz bottle. Some of this Nalgene reusable water bottles features are: Wide mouth fits ice cubes and makes it easy to clean It's light weight Stain & odor resistant BPA-free Phthalates-free Dishwasher-safe Attached loop-top … [Read more...] about Nalgene reusable bottle from Reuseit.com review