Healthy Tips

If you’re doing my 28 Days To Better Posture Program you are doing some amazing work to rejuvenate, stretch and strengthen your posture muscles. But this alone may not fix your poor posture unless you’re digging into daily habits such as how you hold your phone when scrolling, how you sit while working, how you…

Poor posture is a pet peeve of mine (that’s a lot of Ps) and I’m on a mission to help by creating a workout program to improve your posture in 28 days. But you could follow this program perfectly; rejuvenating, stretching and strengthening your posture muscles and not see any progress unless you fix a…

As a personal trainer, I have spent countless hours guiding women over 50 towards their wellness goals, preaching the power of wholesome nutrition and regular exercise. Today, I’m thrilled to take this journey to a whole new level by introducing you to a topic that may seem unusual at first but holds immense potential for…

Vacations are a time to unwind, explore new places, and indulge in delightful experiences. However, it’s no secret that maintaining an active lifestyle while traveling can be a challenge. With the change in routine and tempting indulgences, it’s easy to let exercise take a backseat during your vacation. But fear not! With a little planning…

It’s the summer of 2023 and the world is OPEN!! Do you have any fun vacation plans? I’m still recovering a bit and our next big trip will be to my nieces wedding in New Jersey at the end of August. We’re really looking forward to a little family reunion and sharing in Carissa’s special…

Weight gain, especially around the abdomen, is one of the top complaints women have when they transition into menopause. Even women that don’t gain weight, see changes in where the fat is deposited. Understanding why this weight gain occurs can help women come to terms with the biological process of menopause rather than thinking of…

If you’ve been hearing talk about gut health lately, it’s for good reason — experts know it plays an important role in overall health. They even refer to the gut as the “second brain,” as it is responsible for getting the whole body into working order. Research shows the bacteria and other microbes living in…

In the pursuit of achieving a healthy weight, many people focus on diet and exercise while often overlooking a crucial factor: sleep. Quality sleep plays a significant role in our overall well-being, including weight management. Research has consistently shown that insufficient or poor sleep can hinder weight loss efforts and even lead to weight gain….

It’s the summer of 2023, I haven’t hosted a Free workout challenge since last September because of so many things going on in my life, the most important, recovering from breast cancer (diagnosis in Dec 2023 and single mastectomy on Feb 9, 2023. I am doing GREAT, the cancer is gone, I feel good and…

Belly fat, also known as visceral fat, is a common concern for many individuals striving for a healthier and more aesthetically pleasing body. While excess belly fat is often associated with weight gain and an increased risk of various health conditions, it’s important to recognize that there could be underlying factors contributing to its accumulation….

I’ve had 3 new client calls in the last month and you know what each and every one asked? What exercises can I do to get flat abs! You know what I told each and everyone of them…abs start in the kitchen! You want flat abs? Don’t we all! You can do sit ups, crunches…

If you’re looking to develop a strong core and gain all of the many benefits (see my last blog Unleashing the Power Within; Building a Resilient Core for a Stronger You) , there are several key strategies you can incorporate into your fitness routine. Here are six secrets and expert tips to help you achieve…

As I’m writing this, it’s been 3 months since I had a single mastectomy.  I’m doing GREAT!  Cancer is gone and now it’s all about healing. Of course, I could not exercise the way I was used to for the last 3 months and with that came some painful and eye opening learnings.    About a…

This is the third post in my 3 part series to help women over 50 be healthy…enough to do all they want to do in life. If you haven’t yet, make sure you read my first blog What is Bone Health and Why It Matters and second How to Prevent Bone Loss In this blog…

This is the second post in my 3 part series to help women over 50 be healthy…enough to do all they want to do in life. A key component of this is keeping our bones healthy. Before we get started let’s practice some good bone health posture! If you’re reading this on one of your…

👉Bone loss or Osteoporosis is a major public health problem in this country and could be life altering👉One out of every two women and one of every four men over the age of 50 are at risk for osteoporosis, low bone density, and will have a fracture.👉Osteoporosis is often silent until someone breaks a bone;…

Spring is my favorite time of year! We live in North San Diego and I know spring is right around the corner when I look across the valley and witness a sea of purple. As I climb the hills above our house, the fragrance of the blooming Mountain Lilac (Ceanothus) is intoxicating. During these walks…

Raise your hand if one of your goals this year is to get fit, or exercise more, or lose a few pounds, or just feel better? It’s a common theme and although we know it’s important, for most people, the hardest part is just getting started. Here is a blog post I wrote with 5…

The holiday season is over and so is the excuse “I’m on vacation and deserve to eat whatever I want!”  If you are like many people that “whatever I want” is likely something loaded with SUGAR!   Unfortunately, this may have caused you to rouse the Sugar Monster.  Once that happens it might be difficult to…