How to Make Self-Help Work for You Wait — how could it be spring break already? Wasn’t it just New Year’s Day and I was belatedly writing my goals for 2019? In January, I set some lofty but oh-so-important goals for transforming my mindset this year: finding more in less. One of the key aspects …
This Is Me, Strength Beneath Squish
Why the Struggle with Body Image Isn’t an Overnight Fix This post is part of a partnership with FIT4MOM DuPage County. All opinions are my own. I started 2019 off disenchanted. I avoided my skinny jeans. I found solace in the brilliance of leggings and long slouchy sweaters. I took entire bursts of photos just to …
Restaurants that Won’t Wreck Your Resolutions
How to Make a “Better-Not Best” Choice When Dining Out When you’re watching what you eat, going out can become a stress-inducing situation. You can’t control the ingredients. There will be a whole menu of temptations. There will likely be drinks (to booze or not to booze is always the question). Don’t let your fitness …
Fitness Favorites to Stay Motivated
This post is part of a partnership with FIT4MOM DuPage County. All opinions are my own. When you set a fitness goal, it helps to set yourself up for success. You’ve done the planning and you’re doing the hard work — make sure you have the tools you need to reach that goal. Right now, I’m …