How do I unwind after a demanding day?
I start my unwinding with a long warm shower by myself. I have young children so I wait until they are in bed so I can guarantee no interruptions. Sometimes I have music and other times I don’t. It’s really … Continue reading How do I unwind after a demanding day?
20 weeks
Friday: Phew! It’s been a busy three weeks. We announced our pregnancy to the family last weekend. That was a relief. I’m feeling movement more frequently now. Not strong enough to feel on the outside yet but he’s been … Continue reading 20 weeks
How do I make exercise fun?
What’s the most fun way to exercise? The most fun way for me to exercise is with upbeat music and, if my exercise is being led by an instructor, a high-energy and engaging instructor. Running, dance cardio, and rhythm cycling, … Continue reading How do I make exercise fun?
April 2023: Meditation | “It is what you think”
Meditation is a great way to connect and stay connected to your inner self. It can also help you to reduce stress, and anxiety, and increase your daily focus. So what is it, exactly? Dictionary.com describes meditation as, “1. to engage in thought … Continue reading April 2023: Meditation | “It is what you think”
My Top Books To Read for 2023
Let me start by saying that I’m not an avid reader and I’m working on changing that. My reading list includes six books authored by women (Happy Women’s History Month!) and one that is illustrated by a woman. Most of … Continue reading My Top Books To Read for 2023
March 2023: Now, Walk It Out | “It’s time to move!”
This month I invite you join me in a challenge that I’m calling “Now, Walk It Out”. The weather will be warming up soon and there’s no time like the present to get out and walk it out! The rules … Continue reading March 2023: Now, Walk It Out | “It’s time to move!”
February 2023: Breath and Stretch | “It feels good”
Everyone knows you should stretch before and after your workout, right? But what about stretching just for the sake of stretching? Just stretching because it feels good. If you aren’t, you’re really missing out. General stretching is so underrated. It … Continue reading February 2023: Breath and Stretch | “It feels good”
DIY Valentine’s Day Goodie Bag
I’ve been loving these holiday themed burlap bags from Dollar Tree so when I saw these, with the hearts, I just had to snag a few for the class. Continue reading DIY Valentine’s Day Goodie Bag
Camping at Grandma and Grandaddy’s
If you’re brainstorming fun and inexpensive, indoor activities with your children, consider camping. Yes, indoor camping! All you really need are sleeping bags, snacks and, if you want to enhance your experience, a tent. The boys had a ball camping … Continue reading Camping at Grandma and Grandaddy’s
January 2023: Self-Discipline | “It starts with you”
I kept going back and forth about what I wanted January’s Pick of The Month to be and I decided on self-discipline. Discipline is an activity, exercise, or regimen that develops or improves a skill. Self-discipline is when you apply … Continue reading January 2023: Self-Discipline | “It starts with you”
L. Bradley 