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I could go on and on, but these are some practical items your mom, sister, daughter, niece, neighbor, gal pal […]
This is a wee bit embarrassing, but... Want to know what's probably the number one excuse I've used over the years for why NOT to exercise (and in fact, was
Feeling wired but tired? After a long, full week, it’s normal to feel exhausted and restless. Instead of flopping into bed and hoping for the best, try easing into rest
A few days ago I had a tea date with a friend who was passing through town. I blocked off an hour-and-a-half for our catch up date, but it was
Sound familiar? You’ve had a busy day of work, grocery shopping, the gym, housework, paying bills. Come day’s end, you’re exhausted. Time to shut ‘er down and head to bed.
It's not just you. Many women in their 40s, 50s, and 60s struggle with stubborn weight gain—especially around the belly. Muffin top, spare tire, love handles. You know what I’m
You wake up tired. You push through your day with caffeine. By 3pm, you’re dragging. Sound familiar?
Do you ever feel like life is passing you by? Are you constantly reacting to all that life throws at you? Do you subjugate your goals underneath the wishes of
I told myself that I was going to go to the gym for an indoor cycling class today. I had made the decision and reservation for a space in the
I've just gotten home from the gym after a full morning of training clients and as usual, I'm all abuzz with thoughts. In this role as a Personal Trainer, I
First, dream. What do you want? How do you want to feel? How would you like your life to look?
The appearance of fine (or not-so-fine) lines on the face. Crepey skin on the legs. Hands that look like somebody's grandma. Have you experienced this? I'm seeing it more in
I don't need to tell you that there's a lot going on in the world health scene. Everywhere you turn, there is more news of the Covid-19 virus spiking in
Likely you've heard about Omega-3 fatty acids, perhaps vaguely, and that they're beneficial for your health. But what are they, how are they good for us, and how do we
Feeling tired? There are a multitude of lifestyle practices you can put into place to bring your overall energy levels up. But what can you do now, like, in the
Have you ever heard the saying, "Real change requires real change?" It's so simple yet so powerful. If we want things to change, there needs to be a change in
If you're like many folks, your energy levels may have dropped a bit in the past few months.
Love your body at any size. Yes and amen. It saddens me to hear of people who've equated their size with their value as a person. Your weight is only
Do you have someone who will speak truth into your life? It's scary and vulnerable to invite someone to speak candidly into your life. You remove the mask and peel
Chances are, many of us consume caffeine on a regular - if not daily - basis. So how does this relate to our health? Caffeine is easily the most widely
Sleep. It can be a real struggle sometimes. I know this from experience.
We all know exercise is good for us and makes us feel great. It strengthens our immune system, builds muscle, improves balance, helps release toxins, aids digestion, protects the heart,
Remember Halloween as a kid? It was so fun to get dressed up and become someone or something totally different. You knew who you were trying to be and had
Hey girls, bone health. It’s important. As we get older (past age 40), the risk of osteopenia (loss of bone mass) and osteoporosis (brittle bones) increases. That ain’t good. This
In the Bible, God refers to Himself as “I Am.” I love to stop and ponder that. Okay, I’m not God and neither are you, but it’s still a great
I’ve just gotten back from a few days of camping and playing outdoors. Shower? Nah, not necessary… until I got home. It’s weird, but I couldn’t smell myself until we
Your habits - those things you do each day (for better or worse) - are the defining factors of who you become.
I’m sitting here in a coffee shop, working on a few things, and I’m struck by our roles as moms.
In this day of dietpalooza, there’s a new “ultimate” way of eating proclaimed every month, it seems. Eat meat, don’t eat meat. Eggs, no eggs. Beans are good, no they’re
“No man is an island.” So said poet John Donne in a sermon way back in 1624. We all need to be part of a greater whole, belonging to others
You’ve rolled your ankle on a recent hike and the thing swelled up like a balloon. While slicing veggies for your healthy dinner, you inadvertently sliced your finger, too. Oops.
Do you know this saying? The first time I heard it, its simple yet profound meaning hit me.
We all get a little tired now and then. But hopefully it quickly resolves and we’re back to our energetic selves. But what about when you just can’t seem to
We all get a little tired now and then. But hopefully it resolves and we’re back to our energetic selves. But what about when you just can’t seem to shake
Yay, the holiday season is almost upon us, but in the meantime, today is WORLD MENOPAUSE DAY! Seriously. There is a day for this, and hey, ladies, today’s that day.
My 50-something skin is, meh. Not so great. Gee, do you think it could have anything to do with the ‘80s when I, with my big ‘80s hair, would lay
What do you do when all your healthy habits go out the window? This is me. Today. Here’s a little background:
Congratulations! You’re a day older! So am I, and that’s worth celebrating. The alternative is not so great.
Traveling? Don’t have time to get to the gym? Don’t wanna go to the gym because it just sounds too overwhelming? No worries! Here’s an at-home workout that requires no
Usually when I write a blog, I have something specific on my mind or heart - a message I want to share with any readers. Tonight, nothing. There is no
Hard times, stress, sadness, disappointment, frustration and grief come into all of our lives at one time or another (and another, and another....). “Into every life a little rain must
Friend, have you ever asked yourself that question? I’m talking mostly to my ladies out there whose kids have grown into young adults. Maybe they’re still in high school, maybe
Midlife. Generally thought to be age 40 and beyond, it’s a time of great transition that shows up in interesting ways in both men and women.
One of the most annoying hallmarks of moving toward menopause is the presence of hot flashes. AmIRight? Sheesh, no fun.
There’s always something clamoring for our attention: children, spouse, aging parents, job, household projects and duties, errands, community commitments. It’s true. There's a big demand on our time.
Did you know that October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month? My husband asked me recently if breast cancer is something that women think about much. I can say that
File this one under: Interesting Women Doing Interesting Things. Today I met a lovely woman whose big heart was apparent the moment she walked in the door of the coffee
If you were to ask my husband what’s something that brings me great joy, I would guess he’d say my involvement in book clubs over the years.
I've recently returned from a quick sibling tour. It's like an '80s rock band doing a tour (road trip, lots of music, big hair), except way cooler because it involved
It’s late: after 11:00 p.m. One last scroll through the online social outlets I enjoy: Instagram and Facebook, mostly. Wouldn’t you know it, I ran across something that caught my
Have you heard of this? The set point theory of weight loss says that there’s one weight that your body is comfortable with, and even if you lose or gain,
There’s a great quote by Mary Oliver that’s rocking my world lately: “Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?”
Surrounded by chirping birds high up in the trees encircling our campsite, I am writing this blog while overlooking a lake. The mountains ringing the lake are yet capped with
This is a question I’ve been asking myself lately. Am I happy? Does it matter? If it does, how can I get more happiness in my life?
I needed a good old-fashioned kick in the pants to get myself going with exercise, and the way I chose to receive the kicking was via accountability through social media.
We’ve been back from China for over a month now, and I’m really trying to hang on to the feel of what it was like to be somewhere so different
You know when you sit down to watch an episode of your fave Netflix show… and it turns into a binge-watching session of the whole season?
Hormones! We’ve all got ‘em, but what are they? Fairy dust? Magic? And what do they do?
You sweat, you cry, you crave sweets, you look older practically overnight, and then there’s that muffin top happening over your belly.
A recent trip to China has me reflecting on the life treasures I learned there. Let me tell you about one of the biggest take-home lessons from our travels:
My husband, Jeff, and I flew to Shanghai, China to visit our older son, who is taking part in a study abroad program for the school year. When he left
About to reach for the salty, processed chips in the cupboard (never mind how they got there), it occurred to me: if I eat these, the after-effect will be that
Yes, presents and Santa and family and Polar Express and lights and food (cookies for breakfast today, fudge for lunch... seriously). I love all that. But Christmas is about God
In our town of Boise, Idaho, we have a place called The Egyptian Theater. It’s a wonderful old restored theater decorated with pharoahs and gold-gilded Egyptian symbols. It’s kind of
So I recently posted a picture of me doing a handstand. Facebook and Instagram. I had a variety of responses, and it set me to thinking…
Well, here I am... the first post here. Allow me to introduce myself. This is me, doing it messy, doing it unpolished... but doing it.