Cupcakes & Margaritas: Not Part of Stronger in 60

Recaps of the 1st Two Weeks and 2nd Two Weeks of doing Stronger in 60 I recently introduced a plan I created called Stronger in 60. In a nutshell, it is a 60-day adventure to help you become healthier physically, emotionally, and spiritually. First 2 Weeks Recap At about Day 10 I wanted to quit.  … Continue reading Cupcakes & Margaritas: Not Part of Stronger in 60

Stronger in 60 – The Why

Stronger in 60 may be just what your body, mind, and spirit needs. The Stronger in 60 challenge that I created was launched last week. And I am inviting you to join in, if you haven't already. In a nutshell, it is a 60-day plan designed to get you healthier and stronger, while building better habits. … Continue reading Stronger in 60 – The Why

Stronger in 60 – My Alternative to 75 Hard Challenge

Are you ready to take some important steps to increase your health and fitness? I am, and today I am rolling out my plan, Stronger in 60. It is an alternative to the popular 75 Hard challenge which has been gaining steam and wild popularity lately.     My biggest goal in creating Stronger in 60 … Continue reading Stronger in 60 – My Alternative to 75 Hard Challenge

Weight Up, Weight Down – Part 2

Are you on the right trajectory for your health? I was not, until a couple of weeks ago. I was on my new found gluten-free, dairy-free enchilada trajectory. And it was a delicious one. But maybe we overdid it a bit. Last week I posted the article Weight Up, Weight Down where I described my … Continue reading Weight Up, Weight Down – Part 2

Finish Strong! A Powerful Motto

Sometimes I think that I must be the Queen of Self-talk. However, I think this healthy habit actually serves me well. One of my favorite things to preach to myself is to "Finish strong". I first remember using this exhortation 5 or 6 years ago when we were vacationing in Hawaii. We had saved up … Continue reading Finish Strong! A Powerful Motto

Too Much Fat, Not Enough Muscle

And I am not talking about a steak! I am describing the typical American middle-aged woman. Check out this accomplishable solution... ...strength training as expounded in Sal Di Stefano's, The Resistance Training Revolution. Revolution. That's an audacious word to use in your book title. But that was not what compelled me to pick this book … Continue reading Too Much Fat, Not Enough Muscle

Pray More: Using a Prayer/Bible Journal

"All I know is that when I pray, coincidences happen; and when I don't pray, they don't happen". This poignant, amusing quote is attributed to Dan Hayes. I have no idea who he is or where I heard it from, but I like it. Prayer is powerful and changes things. I know this sounds so … Continue reading Pray More: Using a Prayer/Bible Journal

On Using a Daily Planner & My Review of the Best One

My Favorite Daily Planner I am a big believer in using a daily planner. It helps me accomplish more, stay on track, and focus on what needs to get done. I have been using one for most of my adult life, so I have experience with a number of them. However, recently I came across … Continue reading On Using a Daily Planner & My Review of the Best One

A Way to Pray

"The universe is not empty." Francis Schaeffer.  There is a God who is there, who is good, and who invites our prayers. God left us some giants in the faith. We can learn much from those who have preceded us. On Sundays I like to take some time to focus more on spiritual things, after … Continue reading A Way to Pray

8 Ways to Deal with Sugar Cravings

True Confession Time I used to buy chunks of white wedding cake at Von’s grocery store, then hide from the kids in my bedroom and secretly eat it. I didn’t want to share it. This, and other high carbohydrate excesses, led me to weigh a chunky thirty-five pounds more than I do now. I was … Continue reading 8 Ways to Deal with Sugar Cravings