Fat days. I hate ‘em! And yes, just like most other women and men, I experience them. I have fat days about as often as I have bad hair days, as well as I-have-nothing-to-wear days. They’re every once in a while, and usually come without warning. My clothes might fit exactly the same, but for some reason, [...]
Nearly anyone who has worked up a sweat through exercise, or any strenuous activity, has probably dealt with some level of pain. During exercise, lactic acid builds up in the muscles, causing that burning feeling. As soon as you stop, the pain diminishes slightly, only to return when you start the exercise again. Arms, legs, [...]
Last week we celebrated my daughter’s 7th birthday with about 23 other little girls running around our house. We had a balloon artist to entertain the kids and lots of easy food that I made that morning. Parties for kids this young are usually no more than two hours. Any parent who opts for a [...]
I would say nine out of ten times that I work with a client to improve their diet, or to help them lose weight (usually hand in hand), the topic of calories comes up multiple times. It’s true that if you eat too much, you will gain weight. I think we can all bank on [...]
Getting in great shape is easier said than done. I think we can all agree on that one. The definition of ‘great shape’ can be different for everyone, but for me, ‘great shape’ means getting fit from the inside out. Real fitness might be a set of six pack abs to you, but it could [...]
Fat days. I hate ‘em! And yes, just like most other women and men, I experience them. I have fat days about as often as I have bad hair days, as well as I-have-nothing-to-wear days. They’re every once in a while, and usually come without warning. My clothes might fit exactly the same, but for some reason, [...]
Nearly anyone who has worked up a sweat through exercise, or any strenuous activity, has probably dealt with some level of pain. During exercise, lactic acid builds up in the muscles, causing that burning feeling. As soon as you stop, the pain diminishes slightly, only to return when you start the exercise again. Arms, legs, [...]
Last week we celebrated my daughter’s 7th birthday with about 23 other little girls running around our house. We had a balloon artist to entertain the kids and lots of easy food that I made that morning. Parties for kids this young are usually no more than two hours. Any parent who opts for a [...]
I would say nine out of ten times that I work with a client to improve their diet, or to help them lose weight (usually hand in hand), the topic of calories comes up multiple times. It’s true that if you eat too much, you will gain weight. I think we can all bank on [...]
Getting in great shape is easier said than done. I think we can all agree on that one. The definition of ‘great shape’ can be different for everyone, but for me, ‘great shape’ means getting fit from the inside out. Real fitness might be a set of six pack abs to you, but it could [...]
Here is a great blueberry muffin that you can actually feel good about having it for breakfast. It’s not a dessert. It’s not loaded with nutrient-dead flour. It’s not the size of your head, either. But it’s good…really good, and super simple, too. The main ingredient in the recipe is almond meal. In fact, the [...]
A long time ago I made up this weird rule called “The Rule of Threes.” I think I’ve mentioned it to exactly five friends in the last 20 years, so consider yourself a close, personal friend of mine. The crux of this rule goes like this: If I hear something of significance three times, I [...]
Have you ever had acne? I started developing acne right around the beginning of high school. In retrospect, I wouldn’t say it was really bad, but at the peak of puberty, there is no point in telling a freshman that her acne “isn’t that bad.” So I went on antibiotics. I had to take them [...]
My friend, Debbie, got married last year in Montana to a really great guy. The two of them live in Chicago, but love Montana, so they opted for a destination wedding. The reception was a couple months later in Chicago. She’s a cowgirl at heart and the reception was proof of that. One touch that [...]
Sweating. Some of us can’t stand sweat, but most of us are ok with it – at least when it comes to working out. Years ago, I dragged a friend of mine along to a spinning class for her first time. When she finished, she looked like she had a good workout, but in no [...]
