Pains and Gains

I hurt myself a few weeks ago and it’s a doozie.  Low back, above the belt, all the way across.  The kind you take a day off work for.  Ouch. When I get hurt, which doesn’t happen often, I am instantly grateful for the specific ways my weekly strength training and body care has taught me…

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Care for Your Feet for Spring Stepping

As the weather warms up many plan to hit the trails for a season of walking, and running.  Let’s make sure to put your best foot forward and care for your feet to avoid pain and keep you moving your favorite speed! Freshen up your footwear Look at the tread of your shoes.  If it’s…

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5 Ways You Need to be an Adult About Your Health

“Do as I say not as I do”.   This familiar statement might work in a pinch, but we all know it doesn’t work in the long run.  Kids watch adults, more specifically, they watch to see if what they say is reflected in their lives.  Then, they will only believe and respect what they see. …

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Is 60 the New 40?

If you are about to skip this blog thinking it doesn’t apply to you, keep reading.  This information is important for all ages! But first, let me tell you a quick story. 10 years ago, I began training a group of women that were all closing in on 50 years old.  They weren’t athletes, in…

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Should I workout when I’m sick?

  It’s cold/flu season and I am writing this from home as I take my second day off work to recover from a doozie!   I’m a very active person so sitting around for 2 days eats my soul but it’s the right thing to do in this situation.  Should you always take time off when you…

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Building Your Dream Support Team

When we venture out towards a new goal it is helpful to have a support team.  This team, be it a special individual or your entire Facebook friends list, could be the key to your success.  Let’s explore how to build your dream team! *A Quick Note to the Lone Wolf* Alright tough guy/gal.  I…

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Prepare for Resolution Barriers to Stay on Track

2017 is underway and you’ve made changes to begin taking better care of yourself.  Many are still thinking and talking about it, but you’re actually doing it! Good for you!  To encourage your great moves let’s look ahead and prepare for barriers so you can push through it and reach your goal.  Barrier #1:  Finding “New…

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2017: Let’s Set Some Goals!

I don’t know about you but I am EXCITED about 2017. It might a sound cliche and cheesy but there is so much promise and potential at the beginning of the year.  I’ve set a few of my goals and hope you have too.  If you haven’t yet or don’t know where to start, let’s…

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Plan for Great Activities During Christmas Break

“Oh no, my kids are home for 2 weeks and I have no idea what to do with them and all their energy!”  First…..breathe.  Second….prepare for fun instead of opting to park them in front of a screen.  Children can be destructive when cooped up without the opportunity to burn-off energy.  On the other hand, …

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Knee Health 101

Knees like many of your body parts are rarely appreciated when they’re working great, but if they are hurting or under-performing they will define your day or even life.  Most of us at some point will have some level of new discomfort so let’s take a closer look at those amazing joints to see how…

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