Finding ways to fit it all in each day . . .being fit, being healthy, enjoying BEING each day !
My last post was about some of the hip exercises I did prior to having hip surgery. Today marks 4 weeks post surgery so I want to follow up a little today. First of all, let me say I am doing great. I was strong going into the surgery and I think that was a huge factor and feel as if I am moving … Read more about Hitting the Wall (when it’s a struggle)
I seem to hear more people speak of being stuck. Maybe it's that I'm more intuned to it, or it's the season of life or maybe it's because we've all been in a global pandemic for a year. So, of course, we all might be feeling a little stuck. I definitely know the feeling of being stuck and … Read more about Maybe It’s Not Being Stuck
Here is a mid-week nugget from my Walking & Talking. I'd love to hear from you! Cheers to your Week! Stay Well! … Read more about How to Have a Pity Party
Sitting down to write this post is a little scary. If you have been here for any amount of time you know I share. I can overshare and I know that about myself. When I first began this blog many seasons ago it was a way to connect with my fitness clients and classes. It was a space to share … Read more about New Year New Path
When was the last time you did a good Brain Dump? If it's been a while or if it's been NEVER, then I highly recommend it. Honestly, there's nothing better than a good brain dump. If you have no idea what I'm talking about, a Brain Dump is basically described as the act of dumping all the … Read more about Four Ways to Benefits From a Brain Dump
This is not a typical New Year's Day post. I'm not sharing new resolutions, new intentions or a new word for the new year. I'm also Not going to moan about our past year and refer to 2020 as a "dumpster fire" which I see and hear all the time. I honestly do not look at 2020 in that way. I … Read more about Healthy Hoppin’ John (that’s good any time of year!)
I’m back with a little more “joy” talk today. I’m thinking more on the topic as the holidays are here and this time of year isn’t joyous for everyone. And now here we are attempting to find ways to celebrate in the midst of a pandemic. That’s definitely a big fat joy kill. One of the things … Read more about The Joy of Giving a Good Day
If you know anything about me you know I am a huge proponent of JOY. I learned long ago that I just couldn't let things "steal my joy". I said that so often that now my sons repeat it back to me. I see and experience Joy as a wonderful, intriguing and encompassing state of being. I … Read more about Understanding AND Protecting Your JOY
I am so NOT a fan of the time change! Never have been and especially now with being home more I think it's even MORE important to get outside and do all we can for our mental health and wellbeing. Endorphins are key these days, people. We need to get them where we can and when we can. So, this … Read more about Get Your Endorphins at Home!
If you google "recovery day" you will find countless articles on the importance of rest and recovery days for fitness. Taking a recovery day is just as important for progress as the actual exercise. Giving the body the ability to rest and recover allows the muscles to grow, come out of the stress … Read more about Recovery Days Move You Forward