It’s no secret that herbal tea has long been regarded as a healing beverage – but what can it really do for you? Whether you have a pantry full of those colorful little teabag pouches or you just haven’t been interested in sipping on leaf-soaked, dirty-looking water, I thought I’d share some of the superpowers …
6 amazing benefits of herbal teas (from a former non-tea drinker) Read More »
When your beloved teenage daughter comes to you for advice on overcoming exercise motivation slumps, this fitness-loving mama can’t help but do a little happy dance on the inside! Just the fact that she cares this much about being intentionally physically active, and for all the right reasons, is enough to make my heart swell. …
Overcoming the inevitable exercise motivation slump Read More »
I fully embrace the notion that “sitting is the new smoking.” Obesity, back pain, heart disease, diabetes, nerve damage, premature death…those are all things I very much want to avoid! I’ve been using a standup workstation for many years now. I love how it keeps me more energized throughout the day and more focused on …
Weighing the pros and cons of a desk treadmill + my love of standing while working Read More »
How many times throughout the day do you typically notice your breathing? Probably not very often if you’re like most people. Thank goodness it’s one of those automatic functions that our bodies take care of for us, right? Just because breathing happens automatically, though, doesn’t mean we can’t intentionally engage with the process and …
How to reduce stress with simple breathing exercises for a healthier body and mind Read More »
I’ve had the distinct honor of sharing big heaping helpings of well-being with a variety of workforces – big and small – and I have to say it’s one of my very favorite ways to spread wellness far and wide! I have a very special place in my heart for any employer who invests the …
As I sit here writing on a beautiful Friday morning, on the cusp of what’s forecasted to be a gorgeous fall weekend, I’m pondering the great balancing act called “life.” This weekend, I want to spend quality time with my sweet girl and husband, I want to work on materials for my clients, I want …
Life is a balancing act – and sometimes it can feel pretty wobbly! Read More »
Apologies if my title for this one offends or startles you. I was really hoping you’d read it and maybe smile a little too. I was having my annual routine mammogram today, and it got me thinking about preventive care in its broadest sense. Given what I do for a living as a wellness professional, …
Smooshed breasts, stinky armpits, and naked from the waist up for the win! Read More »
One of the most common questions I get asked as a lover of all things wellness is: “what’s the ONE THING I can do to be healthier/feel better/reach my wellness goals?” Sure, we all know it takes more than just ONE thing…there’s simply no one-size-fits-all magic bullet. We are complex creatures with very different needs, lifestyles, body …
Let’s be honest, it’s a challenge to eat healthy any time of year…never mind around the holidays. Office parties, friends’ gatherings, the big family feasts, candy, and baked goods around every corner…yikes! This is true, but there are lots of small steps we can take to make it easier to commit to healthier eating despite temptations galore. …
Anyone who knows me, knows my passion is to help you be your healthiest version of yourself (not just look good in a swimsuit). But we all know excess body fat often involves underlying health concerns and lifestyle limitations beyond our beach/pool party wardrobe. So, as we find ourselves waist-deep in swimsuit season (and …
Swimsuit season is here: Is fat making you fat? (+bonus guac recipe!) Read More »
