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Why Your Winter Jacket Might Be the Best Gauge of Your Health
What if I told you that fitting back into your old winter jacket could tell you more about your health than some medical tests? It sounds unconventional, but as a wellness coach, I’ve learned to see these milestones as significant indicators of overall well-being. A few years back, I faced a turning point during perimenopause, which transformed my approach to health and fitness. My wardrobe, filled with clothes that no longer fit, mirrored the changes my body and mind were undergoing.
This blog explores why your winter jacket—often pushed to the back of the closet and forgotten—can serve as a powerful symbol of your health journey. From hormonal fluctuations to dietary shifts, every piece of clothing tells a story. Join me as we unpack why these everyday items are not just about fashion, but about understanding and responding to our body’s messages.
Thirteen Years Strong with MS
As I mark my 13th year living with multiple sclerosis, I reflect on the transformative journey it has been—not just in managing a chronic illness but in reshaping my entire outlook on life. From the overwhelming early days of fatigue to the profound joy of embracing each hike and summit, MS has taught me the power of acceptance and living fully. Join me as I share the unexpected delights and hard-earned lessons from my ongoing journey, celebrating resilience and the beauty of the everyday. Here’s to embracing life’s challenges with gratitude and a heart full of joy.
One piece of advice as a fitness pro: Don’t join a gym if you are over 50
Learn how a seasoned fitness professional revises her approach to fitness and nutrition during perimenopause, embracing holistic wellness with insights from around the world.
Navigating Through Pain: A Journey of Graceful Aging and Resilience
As a young mother and coach, my mantra was once "weakness is leaving the body," a phrase I leaned on heavily, even considering putting it on a t-shirt or creating merchandise. Now, at 51, I've outgrown that philosophy. Let's face it; I've cherished the past 51 years,...
Staying healthy over the weekend at home
How did I finish the Athens Marathon after recovering from Covid and living with back pain on the 11 anniversary of my MS diagnosis?
Running the Athens Marathon with MS
How did I finish the Athens Marathon after recovering from Covid and living with back pain on the 11 anniversary of my MS diagnosis?
3 Ways to Lose Weight on Vacation and Have More Fun!
I was busy working over the weekend and this was the view from my office at 4:45 am. I couldn’t help but get a little sentimental remembering that this was my first office at the age of seven.
I disliked any organized learning, and my parents were quick to realize that I needed another outlet for my education, so I started my first lobstering business at the age of seven with their help.
I learned about profit margins, hard work, and finding a work-life balance. I had to apply for a lobster license and organize lobster/ bait transportation without a driver’s license, all without the ability to be seen over a counter.
The view from my office
I was busy working over the weekend and this was the view from my office at 4:45 am. I couldn’t help but get a little sentimental remembering that this was my first office at the age of seven.
I disliked any organized learning, and my parents were quick to realize that I needed another outlet for my education, so I started my first lobstering business at the age of seven with their help.
I learned about profit margins, hard work, and finding a work-life balance. I had to apply for a lobster license and organize lobster/ bait transportation without a driver’s license, all without the ability to be seen over a counter.
Life Lessons from Quarantine: How I Lost 10 Pounds During My Vacation
Get outside and eat real food. Find sustainable weight loss in 2021.