The Power of Positivity

I’ve read that a positive thought is 100 times more powerful than a negative one.  Have you ever thought of a person you have not seen in ages, and, suddenly, randomly, you hear from them? This is not just coincidence; it is the power the mind has to manifest things into existence. How we think,…

Yard-work = Workingout ???

The change of season, from Summer to Fall, not only brings Oyster Roasts, the change of leaves, and football weather; but it also brings the promise of lots and lots of yard work. While it may be viewed as a chore, you should look at it as an opportunity to burn calories, work your body…

STRENGTH IMBALANCES AND HOW TO FIX THEM: Unilateral Training

If you have trained long enough, at some point you have said some variation of the following statement: “why is my left arm stronger than my right arm; I am right handed?”  There is an assumption that the dominant side is the stronger side, but this is not always the case. In fact, it’s quite…

DISC, Assessing Personalities: A Great Tool For any Health Coach/Wellness Pro

Do you ever wonder why you just click with certain people; why you just can't stand certain others? Do you work with clients, patients, students, or just want to know how to better interact with the people in your day to day life? The DISC Assessment is a great tool for not only understanding how…

Summertime Exercise: Beat the Heat

***Immediately Stop Exercise if Feeling Faint, Weak, or Dizzy. Seek Shade, Sip Water, Place Cool, Wet Towel Behind Neck, and Rest. Frequently Check Pulse to Ensure Heart Rate is Slowing Down. If symptoms continue, seek medical attention It’s summer, and it is hot af outside! With that comes an increased risk of heat stroke, dehydration,…

The Power of Positivity

I’ve read that a positive thought is 100 times more powerful than a negative one.  Have you ever thought of a person you have not seen in ages, and, suddenly, randomly, you hear from them? This is not just coincidence; it is the power the mind has to bring things into existence. How we think,…

New Year’s Resolutions: Why Bother?!

Here we are again; another year passed, another year ahead. With the ushering in of a new year, a fresh start, it is the time many of us decide to set our goals for the year. As we all well know, most resolutions don’t last long. In fact only 20% of resolutions are kept past…

Illness and Exercise

***Disclaimer: If you believe that you MAY BE contagious, DO NOT go to the gym, instead exercise at home. Even with wiping all the machines, handles, etc. down, it is still possible to rapidly spread disease within the gym. Don’t be the Outbreak monkey. One incredible benefit of exercise is that it boosts the immune…

Meditation: A Powerful Wellness Tool

Recently I have added meditation to my health and wellness path, and I wonder now why I wasn't practicing all along!? It is amazing that how, in just a few short months, much I am seeing the benefits from meditating. Being someone who struggled with a racing mind my entire life, I did not think…