I was asked by the Recall Center website to participate in their "Who Keeps You Healthy" campaign. It is a campaign to share with others who keeps us healthy, to express appreciation and to also give the person the credit they deserve for helping us stay healthy. At the end of March, the Recall Center will feature a collage of images and quotes from all participants in their … [Read more...] about Who Keeps Me Healthy?
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Are You Guilty of Unrealistic Fitness Expectations?
I read an article written by Rod Sims, in one of Carolyn's newsletters and the title was 10 Questions to Find Out if Fitness Failure is in Your Future. The article brought back memories of when I got frustrated because I was not seeing or getting the results in my fitness routine that I so desperately wanted. I stopped exercising, which was the wrong move. I had fitness … [Read more...] about Are You Guilty of Unrealistic Fitness Expectations?
Neglecting Your Health Is Detrimental
A few days ago, I spoke with a friend who has a sister who is a year younger that I am. My friend’s sister was diagnosed with diabetes a few years ago and since then her health and quality of life has declined. I share this story with you because I want you to know how important it is for you to take care of your health. The Story I have a good friend who has a sister who … [Read more...] about Neglecting Your Health Is Detrimental
12 Reasons You Should Have An Accountability Buddy When Making Changes
Making healthy lifestyle changes is sometimes hard, but having an accountability buddy makes it easier. It’s okay to walk alone, but it’s better when you’re walking with someone. What is an Accountability Buddy? An accountability buddy is someone who holds you accountable for your actions when you are making changes. It is usually best to have an accountability buddy who … [Read more...] about 12 Reasons You Should Have An Accountability Buddy When Making Changes
How to Take Charge of Your Health
Good health is something that everyone wants. There are also those who don’t give health much thought until an illness rears its ugly head. I was one of those persons who had no clue that I could change things, by making healthy lifestyle changes, until I was faced with a health issue. That health issue lead me down the path of striving to live a healthy lifestyle. As a … [Read more...] about How to Take Charge of Your Health
Warm it Up, Stretch it Out
This is a guest post written by Victoria Abrams. Many times, a warm up is likened to heating up your car in the cold weather. This is a good way to convey the idea that warming up your body prior to any physical activity is very important. Along with warming up, stretching at the end of a workout is a very beneficial habit to acquire. Remembering your warm up, and cooling … [Read more...] about Warm it Up, Stretch it Out