Most of my fit pro colleagues have retired. Almost everyone I started teaching with in the fitness world is long gone from teaching and training people. Some of them are still in the industry, but have acquired more behind-the-scenes/ corporation administrative jobs. The way I see it, there are three main reasons for this: 1. they make more money doing other things and that’s a priority. 2. they don’t want such a physical job anymore and found another passion. 3. Their...
We made it to December…wow, the final 31 days of 2024 are upon us! And rather than trying to be superhuman this (demanding) month, how about locking in a superpower instead? Yes, I’m talking about the superpower that is embodiment. For years, I spent this window of time between Thanksgiving and New Year’s out of body and I paid the price. I’d be frazzled, and overeat, under-sleep, and race through the gauntlet of holiday obligations in flight or...
You know what I wore to workout today? A men’s v-neck sweater. Instead of my usual water bottle, I brought along a travel mug of piping hot chamomile ginger tea. And my post-workout ritual lately, with the wintery weather, is applying pomegranate oil to rehydrate my face. I’m embracing a hyggie vibe right now, and it’s really helping me keep my movement routine on track. Hyggie or not, what I really want to hammer home is – season’s change, adjust accordingly....
Thank you for your patience this past weekend as we struggled with some tech issues. The site is up and running smoothly now and all is well, but whoa, that was stressful – iPhones and Let’s Move! are compatible again! Speaking of stress, we’re heading into big holiday season, where life can move fast, be extra busy, and put us in uncomfortable social situations. Lots of people (including me) have “fallen off the fitness wagon” mid-November, in year’s past, because...
There is a powerful but secret thing that: 1. never goes out of style, 2. instantly up-levels one’s appearance, 3. helps energy flow, 4. promotes better breathing, 5. is always underestimated, 6. money can’t buy, yet 7. all of the great beauties of the world have it. What is it? Good posture…that’s organic. Good posture is proper body alignment where a nice and clean plumb line runs down from the crown of the head, through the middle...
It’s a daily thing now for me to either receive an email inquiring about knee-friendly workouts or to have someone in class tell me they have a “bad” knee. Well, with 30+ years in the fit biz and my own personal “bad knee” experience, I have a lot to share on this subject! First off, as far as joints go, knees are vulnerable and complicated, making them more susceptible to injury. If you are struggling with knee...
You know what I’ve really realized about beauty? A smile goes a long way! But not a fake smile – a genuine, authentic, percolated-from-within smile. It brightens, lightens and raises the vibration of a person. It changes the atmosphere of a space too. In a world that showcases make-up tutorials, cosmetic surgeries, wardrobe styling, and of course fitness protocols, all in the name of looking good, we might mistakenly minimize the power of the smile. Today’s message? A smile is the...
One thing that I do, that may seem benign but is actually quite powerful, is I hunt for heroes. Heroes are any person or creature I admire and who inspires me. Yesterday, I met a woman with the most well-behaved German Shepherd dog. Her self-assuredness stopped me in my tracks, and her super cool dog reflected her strong energetic leadership. And when I read the Harry Potter books many moons ago, I remember thinking, “OMG, JK Rowling is a once-in-a-lifetime creative…and...
An often overlooked key to health and happiness is knowing yourself. When you know your likes and dislikes, your tendencies, and your weaknesses and strengths, you can stay on an empowered wellness path with ease. When it comes to your workout, here are three big questions you’ll want to answer ASAP, so you can get crystal clear on what your ideal workout looks like: Question #1: what’s the best time of day for me to workout?Forcing...
The British government, during World War II, created a poster that read KEEP CALM AND CARRY ON. It was intended to boost the morale of the British citizens and was widely distributed via newspapers back in the day. We still come across this saying today on throw pillows and memes, and often times, the traditional saying is altered a tad to things like, “Keep Calm and Buy the Bag” or “Keep Calm and Call Your Mother.” It’s fun...
