So, I'm pretty sure that we have officially entered the busy season.And here's the thing: I know that many of you have been working hard...trying to develop new lifestyle habits in the areas of both diet and exercise...you're changing mindsets, and living each day to become the healthiest, happiest version of you possible. I'm so proud of you!But then this crazy-busy season hits: Suddenly you find yourself running from this sporting event to that meeting...From your kids musical to
Health/Fitness
Life Hacks of the Lean and Fit. Part IV: Imagine it and Live it.
Hi! Welcome to Part IV of this series. If you're looking to get leaner and fitter, OR--You want to quit obsessing about your workouts and diet...(Or both of those things!?) This is the place for you. I am passionate about this topic of living healthy, loving your body, and enjoying life--all without obsessing over...anything.I call them "Lifestyle Hacks." You can call them whatever you like. What I do know is that they are the real deal. They are the simple, common sense tools that
Life Hacks of the Lean and Fit. Part III: How to Eat Less Without Going on a Diet.
Welcome back to my mini series--where about twice a month I share a healthy approach to weight loss, fitness, and a balanced life.PART III: HOW TO EAT LESS WITHOUT GOING ON A DIET. (You might like to start with Part I, and Part II.)Something usually happens when a chronic dieter gives up dieting in exchange for a healthy approach to weight loss. I know it happened to me, and I've heard the same from many others.It's a big shift in mentality.In my dieting days I thought of
Life Hacks for the Lean and Fit. Part I: The 80% Rule
I'm beginning a little fall health and fitness series to give some inspiration + motivation to those who need it. (raise your hand if that's you?...)By now, most of you know that I believe that our thought life is the biggest tool we have when it come to our weight, and overall health.And you also know that I don't believe in "diet plans" or any quick fixes for losing weight or getting fit.Because, here's how I look at it: When you think of "fit and lean" people that you know---Are
The Secret of Your “Naturally Skinny” Friends
Last week I announced that I would begin a little series here focused on health and fitness. In my introduction, I shared some of my thoughts on weight issues and mind games. Today I am sharing one more post along those lines...It's an updated piece from my old site, and it happens to be one of my favorites!Please NOTE: Though these first two posts are related specifically to weight and our thinking, you'll find plenty of practical health/fitness topics in the weeks ahead. Many of you
Weight, Health, and Loving Your Body: A new series!
Hey guys! It's September now...and September always makes me think of new seasons, and fresh starts. Well I've got exciting news for you! We've been doing a lot of talking here about taking care of kids, and taking care of our marriage, but this one--It's about taking care of YOU. Specifically, taking care of your body, and your health. Do you need a fresh start in that area? Some of you might welcome some fresh motivation...Others might want a fresh overhaul.And this is the best time
Diet and Body Image: How Changing my Thinking Changed my Life. Part II {a VLOG}
OK…So here I am with a follow-up video from last week. But really THIS ONE…is for EVERYONE.I think you'll agree that the concepts that I am talking about here can be applied to pretty much any area of life. It's useful stuff, and I hope you'll take the time to watch it!It was a challenge for me to wrap up so many thoughts and ideas into a short video. Obviously when I finish my writing project, you will have a chance to read a more detailed and expanded version...There is truly so
Whole Wheat, No-Sugar Banana Bread. {that tastes really great.}
Right about now, I think I could use one big detox. Anyone else? Since I major in moderation, I won't be going THAT extreme, but a little cutting back on sugar right now sounds super good. And this banana bread recipe is a perfect way to do just that, while staying perfectly in the holiday/baking/sweet smelling state of mind.Not only that, but it's a great way to use up more of these. If you happen to have piles of them like we do…I got this recipe from my Mother-in-Law about