Dan and Me  There is a local gym in town called Mick Doyle’s kickboxing and Fitness Center where I train a couple times a week and each year they do a kick workout in honor of the new year. So, since it is now 2011, we did 2,011 kicks in a single workout! …
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As a wife, mother, business owner, coach, retired professor, and Marketing Executive, I wear many hats, but my true passion lies in leadership and empowering the next generation of leaders. 💪🌟 I believe in the power of inspiring and guiding others to reach their full potential. Join me on this journey of growth and empowerment!
Day One: This is your New Life!
Happy New Year! For 2011, regarless of your goals, focus on bringing peace and balance to your life in all areas including fitness. The Art of Peace by Morihei Ueshiba has always served as an inpsiration for me. Moriehi Ueshiba was a famous martial artist and founder of the Japanese martial art of aikido. He…
Falling off the Eating Clean Wagon!
It’s happened…. you promised yourself that you would only have one cocktail and you’d avoid the snack table and here you are the day after New Year’s with a carbohydrate hangover that is leaving you feeling guilty and unhappy! You wanted to start the year off right and here you are! What now?? But don’t worry!…
What’s Cooking for New Year’s Eve?
New Year’s Eve is no excuse to fall off the clean wagon – even when going out to social events! Offering to bring dishes and making them clean is a great way to stay on track! I am going to a neighborhood party tonight and bringing two clean dishes! The first is a turkey sausage,…
Stumbling Into It–The Average Guy’s Fitness Journey
As promised, I want to introduce my blogging audience with some of my dearest friends and my network of support, knowledge sharing, and accountability. Jim is a running buddy with an emphasis on “buddy” and a member of my running club The Mud Mafia. Jim is one of the most genuine people you will meet and…
My Mission Statement
Going into 2011, I’ve adopted a mission statement for myself. A quote that has always resonated with me and one that I choose to live by every day. I wanted to share it! “In the name of the best within you, do not sacrifice this world to those who are at its worst. In the…
Breaking Down the Eating Clean Lifestyle
So, you’ve heard me talk about eating clean for some time and I wanted to break it down even further for you with a lot of detail! As you know by now, eating clean you want to be eating 5 or 6 meals per day and each meal should have a protein and a complex carbohydrate. Your first…
Workout Music!
Having upbeat music can really make or break a workout! I run with and without music depending on whether or not I have a running partner and when I’m outside I do like to just enjoy the outdoors. My play lists range from metal to top 40 and when I need a good motivator, music can really…
The Gift of Friendships and Food!
“Three things are needed for a good life, good friends, good food, and good song.” -Jason Zebehazy quotes Two out of three for this post isn’t half bad! I am blessed to have so many amazing friendships! A lot of my friends also share my passion for healthy living and they push me as training…
Getting Started: Gym Etiquette
Is a gym in your plans for 2011? Gyms can be a highly effective way to meet fitness goals but it can also be an intimidating place (and busy after January 1st). Here are some basics so that you fit right in and help you focus on the fitness! •Share. If you’re doing multiple sets…
Leaving a Path 