This time of year emotions can be intense. People feel pressure to do more than usual and schedules are packed. However, now is a great time to concentrate on getting exercise and eating a good diet. The weather can make workouts difficult, the holiday parties test temptation, and time crunches seem to double from now [...]
There are times when I feel a misconception about vegans. I enjoy the compassionate lifestyle that I have chosen. However, sometimes I feel that others believe I hold my decision on a pedestal – not so! I believe that to each her own and as long as she is doing her best, than so be [...]
Health & wellness have always been important to me. I was brought up being taught how to read nutrition labels, exercise by doing things I could do, and taking care of what I had to work with. When you’re whole health is compromised, it’s darn important to cling to what you do have and strive [...]
Overcoming the ego takes a lot of energy. For some the act might come easily; others require more practice. One way I have found helpful is that when I feel the uneasiness and insecurity swell up (yes, that’s the ego) I stop, close my eyes if – it’s appropriate a and think how being selfless [...]
For years my sister and I would run our local Turkey Trot 5K race. It was fun to see people in town for Thanksgiving, be a part of physical activity on a day dedicated to expandable pants, and of course the awesome long sleeved t-shirt was great too. As the years went by and the race got big and [...]
Falling down happens to everyone at some point in life. Getting back up is the beast of it all. My joke is “boot straps never go out of style cuz we all gotta use ‘em every now & then.” This doesn’t mean everything you attempt will eventually fail and you must do over. It does [...]
A wise man told me that there is no such thing as will power, only motivation. If we are motivated to have a desired outcome then we will find the will power to make it happen. This can apply to many things in life, especially when it comes to living a healthy lifestyle. You might [...]
Ready to race but afraid that it’s been too long? Listen up runners, you’re more prepared than you think.
Making running part of your life, but simple. Listen in about hydration and weigh in with your thoughts.
It’s almost Friday – are we living for the weekend too much? Is living for the future giving us something to look forward to or encouraging us to wish our lives away? I ponder doing research on the topic but I think my gut knows the answer. Living in each moment is all we will [...]
