Most of us are familiar with the many health benefits of choosing to walk more often. Getting out once a day or more improves posture, blood pressure and cardiovascular health. It’s far less stressful on your body than an intensive gym session or going for a run, and more importantly, walking is pleasurable, and of … Continue reading “Walk More, Spend Less”
Category: weightloss
Sweaty Betty – Fun Clothes for Workouts
Back when I was first starting to get my weight on track, one of the problems I had with working out, or one of my excuses really, was that I didn’t really have the clothes for it. I’d go to a store and be overwhelmed with all of these options and then people staring, it … Continue reading “Sweaty Betty – Fun Clothes for Workouts”
Waking up to Thrive
I have always been the type of person who would prefer to sit on the couch instead of going outside. I have three very athletic sisters and then there is me, book nerd extraordinaire. I became a stay at home mom last year in April after my daughter was born and I told everyone I … Continue reading “Waking up to Thrive”
100 Free Apps for Weight Loss and Workouts
If I did not have my awesome Misfit app and my FitBit app, I would feel like I never did enough in a day. At this point I feel guilty when I dont get at least two miles just moving around doing my daily stuff. I like to have both apps and both products so … Continue reading “100 Free Apps for Weight Loss and Workouts”
Misfit Shine Fitness Tracker
I was given a Misfit Shine in order to prepare this review. All opinions are my own. The Misfit Shine is a fun little piece of hardware. It seems to me like it’s designed to be attractive, not just functional. It’s a disc a little larger than a quarter in size, and works using a … Continue reading “Misfit Shine Fitness Tracker”
Four Office Exercises that will Help you Beat that Belly Bulge
Four office exercises that will help you beat that belly bulge It’s a problem area for many women, so don’t stress about it too much, but if you are looking to lose that belly weight in the new year, start at the office instead of the gym. You’re there for at least half the day, … Continue reading “Four Office Exercises that will Help you Beat that Belly Bulge”
3 Easy Ways to Get in Substantial Cardio this Winter Without Having to Hit the Gym
If you think you have to go to a gym in the winter time to beat the cold and get in shape, you may want to reconsider that line of thinking. You can get a substantial workout in the winter and at home, but you need to know a few things before you get started. … Continue reading “3 Easy Ways to Get in Substantial Cardio this Winter Without Having to Hit the Gym”
7 Easy Ways to Exercise at Work
If you’re chained to a desk all day, you may be wondering how you can get in a great workout. It’s easier than you may think! The body is generally divided into seven main parts, in terms of exercising, and those include cardio for heart health, back, chest, arms and shoulders, legs, glutes, and abs. … Continue reading “7 Easy Ways to Exercise at Work”
How to Start Your Weight Loss Journey
One of the most popular New Year’s resolutions is to lose weight. It’s also pretty common to start with a bang and be off the diet and exercise regimen by the end of January, if you even last that long. The reason so many people fail is because they don’t plan properly, and then think … Continue reading “How to Start Your Weight Loss Journey”
Are You Snacking Away Your Food Budget?
Are You Snacking Away Your Food Budget? Did you establish a food budget but keep going over it? Food budgeting only works when it is enforced; if you and your family are snacking away your food budget here are some helpful tips to not only shave dollars off your budget but probably your waistline to. … Continue reading “Are You Snacking Away Your Food Budget?”