This post was developed in collaboration with Thomas Jefferson University and NORC at the University of Chicago as part of a Pfizer-funded research study. All thoughts and opinions are always my own. I’ve noticed how differently my family and friends approached the COVID-19 crisis. For us, getting vaccinated was one …
Read More »Why Moms Need a Healthy 14 Day Hydration Challenge + Water Bottle Giveaway
One of my biggest challenges as a Mother is staying hydrated. I drink plenty of coffee and tea throughout the day, but where I struggle is my water intake. So for the next 14 days, I’m focussing on increasing my water intake and enjoying more fruits/vegetables with high water content. …
Read More »5 Best Father’s Day Fitness Gift Ideas
Whether dad is a newbie to fitness, been athletic most of his life, or is a “gym rat” – you can easily find the perfect Father’s Day gift for him. The pandemic forced a lot of us to re-evaluate our fitness. Hiking and walking rose in popularity as folks sought …
Read More »Fitness Friday: Depression Makes Everything HARDER
This week’s Fitness Friday will tackle something personal and that I don’t see discussed ENOUGH in terms of an overall wellness routine: Depression. I’ll share some ways I cope, how it can affect your ability to get fit or stay fit, along with important resources if you or someone you …
Read More »Coffee is NOT Breakfast and Other Weight Loss Mistakes
My relationship with coffee goes way back. Way back to when I was a toddler. (Don’t blame my parents.) It was the late 1970’s. My babysitter gave me coffee when I was a few years old and I’ve been hooked ever since. Clearly, it didn’t stunt my growth or do …
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