Healthy Body Healthy Mind
I have a little challenge for you that can change your day (and week) for the better. With this topsy-turvy year, one of the many lessons has been that there’s uncertainty in life. One day, or day one. You decide. If you’re waiting for SOMEDAY to start taking care of yourself – well, that day […]
I’ve posted a couple of times this month about the many ways moving helps your body. It helps your body get rid of waste, rev up your immune system, improve digestion, maintain a healthy body weight, boost energy, build healthy bones and strong muscles, it’s good for your heart, and so much more! This is […]
This recipe literally comes together in just a couple of minutes. It’s a spicy pesto that is delicious as a topper for grilled chicken, fish, or burgers. It’s also great stirred into veggies, beans, and pasta! It’s proof that you can enjoy gourmet-style meals while eating a “clean” and healthy diet. The bonus of eating healthy […]
Have you ever noticed how invigorated you feel after you go for a walk, do some yoga… or even get up off the couch to tackle some chores? There are so many reasons for this “feel good” effect that extends far beyond the mood-boosting hormones that get released when you get some exercise. Moving your body […]
I absolutely LOVE reading inspirational transformation stories. When people set their minds to a goal, and then create real change in their life – it’s something to CELEBRATE! This one is someone you already know…. because she is a famous actress who has starred in the top movie franchise of the decade. I’m talking about […]
Controversy alert today! If this year has taught us anything, it has been how important it is to be PROACTIVE and take charge of your personal HEALTH and HAPPINESS as much as possible. We have heard a lot about preventing the spread of illnesses this year, but one thing that we haven’t heard much about is strengthening your […]
Have you heard of the 5-second rule? No, I am not talking about the 5-second rule for food dropped on the floor. Call it whatever you want – your motivation, drive, or discipline – but this rule can be a total game-changer in that department. I’ve talked about this in the past, and come back to […]
I’ve got a BIG question for you today. Before I ask it, I want you to fire up your imagination. One year from now, if you had an AMAZING year and were all-in on your goals, how do YOU want to feel when it comes to your health and fitness? I’m talking about your health, energy, […]
Since we’ve been talking about cravings this month, and one of the reasons we can have certain cravings is because of the foods we eat, we need to talk about the glycemic index (GI). It can play a BIG role in your cravings! We don’t generally pay a lot of attention to it. For example, […]
Have you ever had a hard day at work and been tempted to pull into the drive-through or pizza joint for a quick fix of junk food? Or maybe you think about stopping at the grocery store for a pint of ice cream. And you don’t even feel that bad about your plans to eat […]