Weight training is often intimidating when you are just starting out. If you're a woman, it can feel like you're severely out numbered in the free weights. But weight training is a valuable tool for fitness and overall well being. Consistent weight training can help improve fat loss, support bone density, and even help you … Continue reading 5 Ways to Gain Confidence in the Gym
I am back for the second part of this series to discuss the current label I am dealing with; being out of shape. I have two older siblings who both were incredible athletes in high school. I was not. All through high school I remained in that awkward stage of growth where I was uncoordinated … Continue reading Becoming a Runner: A Series on Identity
Do you allow negative labels to dictate who you are? Do you accept an identity from someone other than the Lord? This is for you my friend, it is time to take back your true identity.
It can be really hard to implement a new habit. Often times we decide on somewhat of a whim to change every aspect of our lives in order to be a "better person". This often happens at the beginning of the year in the form of new year resolutions. Unfortunately this rapid decision usually follows … Continue reading Goal Setting and Achievement: A series on success
I’m going to be super honest with y’all. ⠀⠀My morning routine has been totally off for about 3 months. I have struggled with getting up early for school and checking off my task list. â €I have really been feeling the impacts too. I saw my body and mind begin to slide back a little bit. … Continue reading Don’t Wait for the New Year
On July 16th of this year, I started a 16-week fitness challenge. I had no idea what I was getting into, I just knew I needed to intentionally invest in my health daily. This challenge helped me learn more about myself than any other fitness routine I have done. I pushed myself harder … Continue reading My 16 Week Fitness Challenge
I used to have a very unhealthy relationship with food. I was an emotional eater. I used food to fill the voids in my life. I used food as a crutch, as a filler for boredness, and even as a filler for my water intake. Sugar controlled me. If there was a dessert in my … Continue reading Journey to a Better Me
I have so many people that ask me with a somewhat perplexed look on their "Why do you use those oils?" So I thought I would explain it. I love natural products. I believe God created things on this earth to sustain us through our lives. Our bodies are designed to use things from the … Continue reading Why Essential Oils
I am so excited! This past week I successfully meal-prepped throughout this past week. Syllabus week has been a blur and my schedule has definitely called for lots of meal prep. Here's the food: This Asian Stir-Fry has been my absolute favorite this week. Grilled chicken Some stir-fry veggies Fried Egg Quinoa This Mexican Skillet meal is … Continue reading One Week of Meal Prep
What do you do for you? We all need to have things that we do for ourselves. Whether it be a destressing hobby or relaxing escape, find your thing. We spend all day pouring out of ourselves through work, relationships, and daily tasks; by the end of the day we are running on empty and … Continue reading Self Care Hacks
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