I love new seasons because they bring an opportunity to switch things up, and add new things to my wellness routine. This year, I’ve really been focusing on my overall wellness and making more time for self-care. I’ve been going to therapy, reading more books, keeping up a skincare routine, taking supplements, and moving my body for better health and wellness. Keep reading for four new things to add to your own wellness routine this fall!
Read MoreHas anyone else been on a health kick lately? I always try to be mindful of my wellness, both in what I eat and my exercise. But lately, I have been loving how I feel after I get home from the gym! Want to join me on my wellness journey? Grab some of my favorite gym times essentials and let’s hit the gym in style!
Read MoreThe Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. It’s like Black Friday in July! Early Access started on July 12. The sale opens to everyone on July 28 and closes on August 9. Trust me, you DON’T want to miss this! Check out some of my favorite NAS deals below.
Read MoreOutdoor summer adventures are in full swing and my family has so many fun trips planned for the upcoming months! Beaches, hikes, waterparks, picnics, and so many other adventures are on the calendar. I’ve been stocking up on my essentials now so that way I don’t have to run to the store ten minutes before we’re hurrying out the door. Last minute packer problems, am I right?! You never know what’s going to happen while you’re out enjoying your trip, so I like to come prepared for whatever gets thrown my way. I have a few essential products for outdoor adventures that I always have on hand, so keep on reading to find out what they are!
Read MoreI believe that being mindful of when a wellness reset is necessary is important, whether it happens in January or anytime during the year! Especially with working from home more and having a newborn, this year is so important for me to focus on my overall wellness. Keep reading for 3 ways I am resetting my wellness routine!
Read MoreI cannot believe it’s been 3 months since I had our baby girl, Adlavie! If you follow along on my instagram, then you know I’ve been talking openly about the struggles that come along with postpartum. My body took 40 weeks to bring life, yet I always expect myself to turn back to my pre-pregnancy state so quickly! I want to encourage all of you more than anything to give yourself grace in it all. Our bodies have led us through the greatest of things, so let’s try to forgive them a little more. Keep reading for 5 tips for whenever you (and your doctor) decide it’s best to start working out postpartum!
Read MoreI have been practicing yoga on and off for about five years. I go through seasons of my life where I practice more than others, due to the current high demands in my work and home environment. During this time at home, I have been working on finding more ways to stay disciplined practicing yoga on a daily basis. Yoga allows me to feel more centered and at peace with my life and the decisions I make. Yoga combined with meditation, positive parenting, and overall wellness have made a large impact in my life, and I would encourage everyone to try it out for themselves! What a better time to begin practicing yoga than International Yoga Day? Keep reading for 5 great reasons to start doing yoga!
Read MoreLearning how to stay active at home has probably been the largest adjustment for me during this season. Working out at home has never been something that was easy for me, as I have a hard time finding the motivation to be active with other things distracting me - like the dirty dishes, floors needing vacuumed, and a three-year-old climbing up the walls!
Read MoreDuring this time at home, our family has had to get creative with finding new ways to work out from home! Long gone are the days where we could all go our separate ways at the gym and have our own time to workout. Now that we’ve been at home for two months now, we have found new ways for us all to work out and stay active as a family - doing things that we all enjoy!
Read MoreFifty plus years ago, March 8th became a national holiday celebrating women’s rights. It started off by celebrating working women and was quickly adopted by the feminist movement many years later, which is still present to this day! I believe all women should be appreciated every day, but when given the chance to dedicate a whole day to women, I’d like to give my mom the recognition she deserves.
Read MoreIt’s that time of year when everyone starts talking resolutions. Did you know that within 3 weeks of the new year, most people give up on their resolutions? I also struggle with keeping up with my new years goals, so this year I truly want to change my lifestyle to make healthy habits that are sustainable all year round! Keep reading for three tips that I use to stay on track with my fitness goals.
Read MoreSince it's not only the start of a new year but also the start of a new decade, I think it's the perfect time to make adjustments for a happier and healthier lifestyle! This year, I want to focus on boosting my immune system and overall health. I believe that it all starts with taking care of your body and in the colder months, which is especially important! Keep reading for 7 ways I’m supporting my health this year!
Read MoreA new year (and new decade!) call for updated routines and habits. It can be hard in the busy day to day life to stay consistent towards your health goals. Here are five easy ways I plan to stay on track and incorporate aspects of wellness into my routine in 2020!
Read Moreadidas is my favorite fitness apparel brand! Whether I am running errands, working out at the gym, or on the trail, you can spot me in adidas! I love the style, functionality, durability, and longevity of their products. I always feel more motivated in my adidas apparel and it allows me to not only work out harder, but also power through my day. My favorite way to stay active is by running in the evening, especially now that the weather is getting warmer. This work out routine has been such a stress reliever for me! I’m always getting questions about what I pack in my bag before hitting the gym (or trail!), so keep reading for 5 things that I always pack in my bag!
Read MoreI’ve decided to take part in a 30 day yoga challenge to kickstart my health and wellness goals for the new year. Every month in 2019, I’ll be posting about my yoga journey and my progress with Bulldog Yoga. Keep reading to find out how to get a free 30-day yoga membership!
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Read MoreThe holiday season is here - can you believe it?! This year has totally flown by and I can’t believe that my family will be together for Thanksgiving just next week!
Read MoreHow is it already October?! Between starting school and going on vacation, it seemed like September just came and went! Now that we are finally falling back into our school routine, I have decided that October is going to be my month to focus on living a healthy lifestyle. Over the last couple of weeks, I have found three things that have really worked for me to incorporate staying active into our back to school routine. Keep reading for the three ways that I’m getting back to being active this fall!
Read MoreOver the past six months, I have been on a journey to live a healthier lifestyle. Last year, my life was spinning out of control with our move and custody battle! I was completely burned out not taking care of myself. So when 2018 came around, I decided this year was going to be different. I decided to find time that I "didn't have" and go to the gym at least three times a week. I decided to make myself an actual breakfast instead of eating a half-eaten piece of Aimery's leftover toast while running off to work. I started drinking my coffee while it was hot, instead of after it's been microwaved three times and still finishing it cold. Does this sound familiar to you?
Read MoreIf you've been keeping up with me over the last few months, then you know that I've really been trying to focus on my health and fitnesslately. Like I wrote about in this post, one way I'm working on staying fit as a single mom is going to the gym daily and starting the Personal Trainer Food weight loss meal plan.
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