This year’s birth month is a rare one because I get to celebrate for 29 days. Those of you who get 30, or if you’re REALLY lucky, 31 days, may not appreciate the beauty of this. Fellow February Birth Month Celebrators Rejoice! “We are always the same...
Work is really busy. Or your kid is going through a “phase.” Or it’s chocolate season. Any number of obstacles, distractions, and competing demands can make it so easy (and understandable) to put your fitness, nutrition and health goals on hold. Most of us have done this. We tell...
You know what it’s like to create a pump-up playlist, right? You compile a list of songs that—when they come on—make you say: “Yes, I feel like Rocky!” And then your feet start to move and groove, and you are a force to be reckoned with. Feels good,...
As the new year begins, many of us look for ways to reset and rejuvenate our bodies and minds. One popular approach is embarking on a 'Dry January,' where you abstain from alcohol for the month, or a 'Damp January,' where you significantly reduce your alcohol...
The world of gluten-free baking can be rather intimidating. Experimenting with various “other” flours and mixes can sometimes result in frustrating failures. This is disappointing for the baker and especially the recipient of the product. Today I’m sharing some of my favorite gluten-free options. For many of your...
Welcome to 2024. Year after year, resolutions involving health, fitness, weight loss and eating healthier top the list. How about you? Do you have you some health goals to work on in this New Year? In case you do or are considering it, here are 10 easy steps...
Last week your favorite health coach wrote about the need to include foods that provide energy and warmth to best thrive in cold winter climates. Hearty soups and stews, lentils, hearty grains, warm spices, herbal teas, root vegetables and protein-rich foods are excellent choices. Today I offer...
Welcome to Winter, which officially kicks off this evening, December 21st at 9:27pm CST. In that moment, we are tilted as far away from the Sun as possible, resulting in the Sun taking its lowest and shortest path through the sky. Winter Solstice. In many cultures, the Winter...
Stress management often involves trying to eliminate stressors. John McEnroe, the famous tennis player, often smashed his racket when a match wasn't going his way. Somebody should have told Mr. McEnroe that it wasn’t the tennis racket that was the actual stressor. A healthy lifestyle coach would...
The holiday season, spanning from Thanksgiving to New Year's, is often synonymous with joy and celebration…stress, anxiety and perhaps a bit of weight gain. Balancing holiday indulgence with healthy habits is key to enjoying this festive time without compromising your well-being. Here are some tips...