Written by blog contributor, Kellie Knapp. It’s no secret that I love sweets. Cupcakes, candy, cookies, ice cream. You name it, I will devour it. That was up until a month ago. I decided to challenge myself and cut out sweets from my diet for 30 days. Let me state that I still allowed myself to ...
Beat the cold
The change in temperatures can be a fresh start, but it can also lead to health issues like getting a cold when your immune system has a bit of a kick in the butt. Luckily, the founder at Thrive by Food has some helpful tips. My favorite three out of her 9 tips include the following: More water - ...
Fall Fitness Tips to Stay Active and Healthy
Written by blog contributor, Tammy Luksich Just because summer is over, that doesn’t mean you should stop exercising outside. In fact, autumn is among one of the best times of year to get outside and get active; the leaves are changing and the temperature is cooler, perfect for an evening stroll. Don’t let the transitioning of ...
The Two Smoothies to Live By
September. Fresh start. Fresh You. Fresh ingredients? Smoothies are great for on the go, and easy to throw in a blender and whip up for any morning or mid-day snack. Here are the two that I live by - one green and super "yes, I'm going to be so healthy today" and one sweet, and more ...
5 ways to make more time each day
Ever wish we had a 3 day weekend or more hours in the day? Of course you have. We all have. Probably almost every day or week. Just a little extra time to sleep. Just a little extra time to spend time with family. Or writing that novel. Exercise to get that pre-baby body back. ...
New Year Resolution Check-in
Written by contributing blogger, Sonia Sahota Can you believe it? Summer is in full swing and half of 2016 has already cruised by. Have you thought about the resolutions you made back in January? Personally, I feel great about my resolution. My New Year resolution was to cut back on the amount of sweets I consume. I ...
Listen to your body
Society and media has made it an assumption that we need to work out a million hours a day and week to have the perfect body. That we need cleanses and only eat raw food. Never even sniff a donut. Can drive us all a little batty, don't you think? It's great to care about fitness ...
5 Ways to Focus on Fitness this Summer
Written by blogging contributor, Tammy Luksich The summer season is upon us. For many families this means backyard barbecues, camping, popsicles, parades and travel. If you’re traveling to spend time with friends and family, here are a few simple ways to stay on track with your health and fitness goals. Avoid Bread. I know. I know. Easier ...
Ground Control to… Major Comparison
With Victoria Secret Angels, Instagram showing young females who look better at 16 than we ever could have imagined, Magazines showing us what the ideal swimsuit body looks like, and how X or Y lost all that baby weight before they even gave birth, how can we not compare our own selves to what the ...
The Busy Bee & Finding Happiness
Finding happiness in the midst of the madness is a large goal, but worth the fight to overcome the battle. Kristina Tsipouras who runs Busy Girl Daily wrote a great (quick read) on the Busy Girl's Guide to Happiness. Considering I've been trying to find a true balance in my life (as it's an evolving process that ...