Trust Yourself

Trust yourself. You’ve lived in your body for decades. Listen to what your body tells you. You’ll know all the answers when you pay attention to the clues it gives you. Admittedly, I didn’t listen ‘exactly’ to doctor’s orders after my umbilical hernia surgery. This little workout was 6 weeks post op and likely more … Continued

Why Act Your Age?

Let’s redefine what we should be doing in our 50’s, 60’s and beyond… It’s up to us to make the rules Our mom’s and grandmother’s lived in a different time than us. Let’s set a new age defying positive example for our daughters and granddaughters. We can do so much. Let’s go! Need a little … Continued

Injured?

Motion is lotion so rather than sitting out waiting for an injury to heal, find a workout around. There’s almost always ‘something’ that you can do to keep moving. This will keep you in the ‘habit of exercise’. So listen to your body. Work other muscle groups. Rest the injured part or work in whatever … Continued

Should You Diet on Holiday?

Expecting weight loss on your holiday will only ruin your fun & be cause for disappointment. So don’t set yourself up for failure. Here’s a strategy: Weigh yourself before you go. Aim to MAINTAIN your weight within 1-2lbs of your starting weight. ENJOY food while on vacay (but don’t stuff yourself). Stay active on your … Continued

Key to Getting Results

Feelings don’t bring results. You don’t need to ‘feel’ like doing the healthy things like working out or eating healthy foods. You just need to do them. Even if you half a$$ it some days… Doing a little something is better than doing nothing at all. ACTION brings results. Although this is a tough love … Continued

Tip to Stop Mindless Eating

Are you really hungry? Or are you eating out of habit? You can save yourself a lot of calories by putting some time between you & food. Set a timer for 5 minutes, decide if you’re bored or actually hungry. This will help curb mindless eating. Oh, and remember to eat slowly and stop eating … Continued

When You Start Something New…

You have to be bad at new things before you get better. Especially making health improvements. What seems should be so simple is actually embarrassingly difficult. New skills & habits take time to master. Give yourself grace and get support along the way, let’s talk: https://tinyurl.com/talktoshawna Oh, have you tried Pickle Ball? Alan surprised me … Continued

Forget the Money

Money without health is meaningless. Spend what little time you have protecting the thing that will give you more time. Have you considered the cost of NOT investing in your health? Let me help you be the healthiest version of YOU, no matter what your age. It’s never too late to start. Let’s talk: https://tinyurl.com/talktoshawna

Are You ‘All or Nothing’?

Are you an all or nothing type person? Time to change that to an ‘all or something’ attitude. Don’t discount 10 minutes of exercise or one healthy meal if that’s all you can do… You’d be surprised at how a little something here & there will add up over time. Let me help you get … Continued

Brilliant Weight Loss Idea

‘Thin’ doesn’t necessarily mean healthy. Weight loss can be achieved but at the cost of overall health. You may solve one problem and create another in the process. Current diet culture puts the focus on aesthetics. Strength, functionality & health are sadly overlooked. Focus on health FIRST, the weight will take care of itself. Let … Continued