How to Have the Best Date Day Ever

My husband and I spent an amazing "date day" together last week! 

Yes, it was for Valentine’s Day, but if you are looking for a great way to spend the day with a loved one, whether a significant other,  friend or child, here is a fresh and fun approach to enjoying the day together any time of year.

Build Fitness Breaks Into Your Day

Schedule Fitness Breaks

I know the feeling well.  You have just finished a long day of work and you are exhausted. 

You leave work and head to your car, the whole way dealing with an inner dialogue, an argument really, between your inner angel and devil. 

7 Healthy Snacks to Make Your Life Easier

Pack Healthy Snacks + My 7 Favorite Go-To Snacks

I can’t stress the importance of packing healthy snacks enough.  

My clients consistently mention snack time as the most difficult meal of the day.  Making healthy choices when you are starving and pressed for time can be a huge challenge and can make or break your health goals.

Nutrition is the most important component of maintaining good health.  Food is medicine!  The foods we put into our bodies play a pivotal role in our ability to fight off sickness, maintain good heart health, regulate mood, manage weight and sustain energy levels.

Why Petting Your Pup Should Be a Daily Habit

A daily snuggle session with your pet will not only make you feel great, it may even save your life.

Hydrate Your Body

Week 3: Hydrate

I learned the importance of proper hydration the hard way – and it actually has nothing to do with grueling workouts or tough fitness challenges. 

Decide That You Can

The most important part of fulfilling your goals and dreams is simply to “decide that you can,” but oftentimes we become frozen in fear, plagued by indecision and self-doubt.  The truth is, leaps of faith are not crazy or unattainable.  In fact, the more grand your goal and dream is, the better. 

Get the Right Gear

Week 2: Buy the Right Gear

I tend to take a fairly minimalist approach when it comes to running, training and races.  Part of what I love about running is that you don’t need any special equipment.  Anyone can do it, anywhere at any time.  There is no room for the excuses – "I don’t have the space, or the equipment or the knowledge."  Running is the great equalizer when it comes to working out.  We can all do it.  We can all improve.  We can all experience the elusive runners high and feel great after a challenging run.