Try Something New

I know I’m showing my laziness here.  But let me be honest.  I like my rut.  It’s soft and cozy and warm.  But sometimes it’s good to try something new. Challenge myself. So here’s what I did. I assembled my new desk!  Usually that is the job hub and Roxy take care of and I […]

Chores Count

Welcome back to the December Fit Challenge. Today I want to remind you that if you have a lot of physical demands now, chores count! All exercise doesn’t have to happen in the gym. A good balance of spending time with friends, eating a bit too much, drinking a bit too much and the dreaded […]

Pray

Often on my walk to the gym or immediately after my workout on the beautiful club patio, I will take a moment to pray. I’ve shared my special prayer place with you before, but mainly anytime I’m alone in nature, I feel like reaching out to God. And sometimes God reaches back. No, I’m not […]

Giving and Receiving

What better time than two weeks before Christmas to talk about giving and receiving?Ā  Let’s chat, shall we?Ā  Because giving and receiving are more than just presents under the tree. Giving Most people probably classify themselves in the ā€œgiverā€ category.Ā  Everyone has been a parent, a child of an aging parent, an employee, a manager.Ā  […]

Healthy Swaps

If you’re joining me for the December Fit Challenge, I welcome you today as we talk about Healthy Swaps. Just like we knew would happen, over a week of December has already flown by and things are starting to get busy. I’m so glad we’re taking some time for ourselves here. The tips and challenges […]

Tighten Your Abs

Welcome to another December Fit Challenge. Today I’m concentrating on my go-to ab routine. Disclaimer: It’s possible to tighten your abs and still have a little pooch, so don’t be discouraged and join me if you will! Can you believe it’s already the 8th of December? This month goes by extra quickly and we’re taking […]

Quench Your Thirst

Welcome back to the December Fit Challenge. I’m so glad you’re here and spending some of your holiday season with me! Let’s talk about why it’s so important to quench your thirst – even during winter months. A couple years ago, I read the book Quench by Dr. Dana Cohen and Gina Bria. The connection […]

Trader Joe Charcuterie Board

I love assembling charcuterie boards.Ā  It allows me to be creative and contribute to entertaining without cooking.Ā  Score!Ā  Using mostly yummies I bought at Trader Joe’s I’ll share my latest charcuterie board. You can see some of their holiday products here. Ingredients Meat and Cheese Trader Joe’s and Costco generally have the best prices on […]

Use a Stability Ball

Welcome back to the December Fit Challenge. Today I encourage you to use a stability ball. Also known as a Swiss ball. I’m a gym person. In my opinion, you do gym things at the gym and home things at home. I don’t have a lot of equipment or workout gear at home. But. Everyone. […]

Move it Outside

For today’s December Fit Challenge, let’s move it outside! I know, it’s challenging getting outdoors in December. But there are so many benefits, it’s worth it. Even here in Arizona, I’ve been wearing my cozy puffer jacket, headband and gloves for early morning walks to the gym. And I’m hoofing it. No lollygagging when it’s […]