Sweat is dripping down my arms, gratitude floods my heart, and prayer is on my lips. I am carrying 35-pound weights in each hand as I make my way back up the stairs. I did it! This is Holy Week. Each day in the gym, […]
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21 Ways to Walk
There is a skill that most of us learn within the first 18 months of our lives. Walking. It’s a fairly simple action. We don’t really think about it, we just do it. We walk indoors, outdoors, on treadmills, in our living rooms. It’s one […]
This is How We Wall Sit
Are you looking for exercises you can do at home? Here’s one that I have found that doesn’t require any equipment, is easy to master, and provides a great workout for your thighs. To do a wall sit, simply begin by standing with your back […]
3 Ways to Get Back On Track
How do you handle disruptions in your fitness routine? I’ve been away from home for over three months now. It took me several weeks to find a good rhythm with working out after my father’s death. Last week my mother and I traveled to visit […]
Stop Breathe Pray Give Thanks
Can I be honest? At my age trying to do anything that involves balance tends to frustrate me. I have such a strong desire to be perfect. The first time Kaylon, my trainer in Belize, gave me this exercise to do I said, “You have […]
3 Awesome Exercises For Your Core
Our core is the power center of our bodies so making sure it stays strong is vital. Here are three of my favorite core exercises to do utilizing a fitness ball: 1. Plank Push Ups you can work on these without the ball first and […]