The $150 selfie

The $150 selfie

This weekend I was supposed to be taking part in a health fair called "Your Health Is No Joke". I was really excited because it is being held at the Ninja Obstacle Academy. A really cool training facility that trains people to be like the athletes on American Ninja...
Your spark can become your flame

Your spark can become your flame

Sometimes all it takes is one little spark to ignite a flame. It's the same way with getting started on a healthy lifestyle. One action step at a time. Picking out a specific action and making it a habit. Think about what you would like to change the most. -Your...
The dangers of that peanut butter life

The dangers of that peanut butter life

Most of these posts I write are lessons I am trying to teach myself and I think others could benefit from. Today’s post is no different. I have two examples of how hidden calories can become a problem. The first one is one I did to myself, the second was one that I...
Cut The Bull Sit!

Cut The Bull Sit!

Are you sitting down? I have some news for you. Stand up! A recent study of older women (average age of 79) published in the American Journal of Epidemiology found that people who are sedentary have shorter life spans and are more likely to have high blood pressure, a...
Are you making deposits or withdrawals?

Are you making deposits or withdrawals?

It is very easy to get caught up in the day to day grind of your life. Going to work, errands, social commitments, TV, etc... all take up time, energy, and focus. This leaves you with very little left in the tank to do something very important.   It is absolutely...