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Find articles on all aspects of wellness here. Written with a little bit of humor, a little bit of science and a lot of encouragement. Real wellness with real people with a covering of grace.
That’s Ridiculous… Fear, Frustration, Doubt
Let’s talk about the ridiculous. Is it ridiculous to think you could be successful? I would have to say it depends on the day. On days when I’m tired and feeling rung dry, it sounds like the most ridiculous thing in the world to think that I can reach my goal. In that...
Can Joy Be A Muscle?
I had this whole post written about fortitude this week and after I wrote it all, I felt more inclined to talk about JOY! And how we can choose joy even in our hardest moments. And that led me to think about how it's like a muscle. The Joy Muscle. It may sound...
I’ll Rest When…
Here’s the thing, you guys, rest is essential. In all areas of life. Taking a physical break from your workout routine, a mental break from your to-do list and yes, an actual rest break in the form of the ever-coveted nap. I’ve had many a conversation that go...
How Do You Like Your Water
Water. We hear about the importance of water all the time. Sometimes it feels like a broken record. “Okay. Thanks. I got it, it’s important. You need a lot of it.” But do we understand that hydration can come is all kinds of forms? It doesn’t just have to be drinking...
How to deal with an injury
In my experience the first phases of an injury are denial, wallow and rage. Just kidding. But only sort of. Because there is a lot of truth in those made-up phases. When you are working on your wellness goals and an injury comes along, there is a lot of fear that it...
How to start a wellness journey
As a fitness professional, I get asked all the time, “how should I start?” Should I start with cardio or nutrition or weight lifting? Or should I start a new diet or protocol or maybe look into supplements and vitamins. Or maybe I should start a new bedtime routine...
