Fitness Life Coach
Hummus is a creamy and nutritious dip that has been part of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine for centuries. It is made primarily from chickpeas, tahini, and olive oil. Chickpeas were first grown in the Middle East around 7,000 years ago. Hummus has great history and is a popular snack and appetizer. Since I like […]
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There has been an increasing emphasis on health and wellness over the years. Some interpret this interest only as weight management. While maintaining a healthy weight is important for overall health, it is necessary to focus on sustainable behaviors vs. the number on the scale. One of the main problems with a focus on weight […]
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Maintaining a healthy lifestyle has become more important than ever before. With the increase in chronic disease like diabetes and heart disease, being aware of our well-being is important. It’s crucial to focus on fitness for a family legacy. A legacy is living life in a way the leaves a long-lasting impact. When talking about […]
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This is my husband’s Steve story told in his words. He has worked hard and been very determined and persistent to obtain health and fitness. I hope you enjoy reading about his journey. In my 40s it became increasingly difficult to manage my weight. It seemed like no matter what I did I couldn’t shed […]
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I like to talk about being healthy and fit versus losing weight. One client I have wants to be healthy and is not focused on weight loss. I have another who just wants the number on the scale to go down. Recently, the one concerned about the scale asked if they should follow keto or […]
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Many times, when I pick up a book or listen to a podcast I hear repetitive or contradictive information. What is right and what is wrong? At the end of the day, we all have to choose what right for us and what works for our body. Personally, I am a huge believer in the […]
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We are what we eat. Food has a tremendous effect on our overall health. Whole foods promote health and protect the body from disease due to all their nutrients and antioxidants. These amazing compounds are usually not found in processed foods. I am a believer that food can be the best medicine in some instances. […]
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Fitness Life can mean something different to each person. People have a variety of definitions on the degree of fitness and what elements are included when you hear the word fitness. Fitness Life By Design believes in balanced living. Balance means there are different elements working together to keep us steady and on track. The […]
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Doctors and nutritionist often say to eat healthy and to eat nourishing foods. Choosing healthy foods can be a lifestyle choice and not a quick fix. It is a long-term commitment towards living a healthy and fulfilling life. The question becomes, what does eating healthy really mean? Let’s look at a few ideas. Since eating […]
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Healthy journeys are like most things in life, they look very different for each person. This reminds me of the old saying, “Variety is the spice of life”. No matter what your variety is or what your journey looks like there are three basic fitness fundamentals that apply. I work with women in setting goals, […]
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