Exercise Your Mind

So, I’m a pet lover. It’s no secret. I have about 40 of them. Yes, I’m serious. 1 pig, 4 horses, 3 dogs, 2 cats, 1 rabbit, 1 parrot, 14 chickens, 4 ducks, a wild goose, TONS of fish, a desert tortoise – and a partridge in a pear tree (kidding on this one…sorta).

“Just love yourself more.”

“You’re worth it.”

“Believe in yourself.” 

Remember that scene in Risky Business (God, I’m dating myself) where Tom Cruise says, “Sometimes you gotta say WTF…make your move.” How about this one from The Shining: “All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.” Yeah, that one was super creepy, but hopefully you get the point ...read more

Although in my life I have managed to get sick during all seasons, there is definitely one in particular that is more nefarious. It’s the period of the year (depending on where you live) that is during winter. 

“Where or how do I begin?”

It’s one of the top fitness questions I get asked, and understandably so. Beginning any journey is intimidating, let alone one that is health and fitness related. But with the proper information and preparation it doesn’t have to be.  

Not everyone looks forward to going to the gym. Fair enough. Maybe going for a morning run at the crack of dawn every day isn’t your thing. I get it. What’s not OK is bagging out on exercise altogether. ...read more

The gym isn’t for everyone. Some find it intimidating. Some find it isolating. Some just find it flat out boring. If you are one of those people that wants a more social environment, or likes to get outdoors etc. try a few of these alternatives keep you motivated while delivering results. 

No getting around it, being fit and healthy—and staying that way—requires discipline and dedication. But I get it. You’re crazy busy. Juggling work and family and those endless curveballs life likes to throw your way isn’t easy. ...read more

The pushup is a classic functional exercise with a variety of benefits. ...read more