Being healthy, when you think in terms of a lifestyle, is not one, huge thing. It’s little steps over a lifetime that add up to brilliant health. This is what I’m realizing as I have been staying true to my commitment to get up from the computer and start up a scheduled workout DVD or [...]
Pre-Natal Yoga: Strength and Health Throughout Pregnancy
February 16, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Whether you are an experienced yoga practitioner or considering going to a pre-natal yoga class for the first time, a regular yoga practice during pregnancy can be beneficial for the mind and the body. Pregnancy yoga can be a way to stay healthy throughout pregnancy, to prevent and relieve aches and pains, and to prepare [...]
Safety Tips for Yoga During Pregnancy
February 12, 2012 By 2 Comments
Pregnancy yoga can help to prevent and relieve aches and pains, it can keep you physically and emotionally healthy throughout pregnancy, and it can prepare the body and the mind for giving birth. However, there are many safety considerations for yoga during pregnancy. If you are new to yoga, the best way to be safe [...]
Steps Towards Being a Healthy Mom
February 7, 2012 By
I want to demonstrate a healthy lifestyle for my children. I want to be fit and active. And as I mentioned yesterday, I want to fit back in those jeans! Quaker Oats is turning their focus to healthy living with their Quaker Oats Heart Health Challenge. They’re encouraging women to stay motivated in their fitness goals. I’ll [...]
ADHD Help, Advice, and ADHD Diets Made Simple
January 20, 2012 By
ADHD in children is becoming more and more commonly diagnosed. While I have my own ideas as to why this is happening, I also know that we as parents are going to have to be the ones to step up and help our children instead of relying on prescribed medications that can cause more harm than [...]
Five Simple Arm Exercises
October 31, 2011 By
If you are like many women, we search for quick & easy ways to exercise while we are busy doing other things! Here are a few simple arm exercises that can be done anytime. It just takes a few supplies that you have available in your kitchen! Kitchen Supplies as Weights Grab a couple of [...]
The Best Food and Supplement Vitamin Sources: Vitamin A
August 12, 2011 By
Vitamin A is found in more foods than just orange veggies and is good for more than just seeing better at night. It is essential for good health and healthy-looking skin. Vitamin A for Health Exactly what is Vitamin A, and what is it good for? Fat soluble Vitamin A is a compound found in many foods [...]
The Best Food and Supplement Vitamin Sources: B Vitamins
August 8, 2011 By
We hear talk of B vitamins in every health, wellness, and fitness magazine we pick up. Yes, there are many B vitamin supplements on the market, but are you getting the full daily supply needed from a solid supplement that is hard to digest? Vitamin Supplement Absorption Often, supplements will pass through your digestive system without [...]
Fun and Helpful Pregnancy Websites for First Time Moms (Part 1)
February 1, 2011 By Leave a Comment
When I found out I was pregnant with my first child, my husband and I were quite nervous and excited all at the same time! I had many questions about the when’s, how’s and why’s of pregnancy and childbirth. I scoured the internet and was overwhelmed by the sheer number of sites devoted to different [...]
Try Cardio Circuits at Home with No Equipment
December 5, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Cardio circuits serve as a great tool for weight loss and general fitness. Many moms resolve to get fit and live a healthier lifestyle. We decide we will eat healthier and exercise more. Finding the time and resources to exercise is a difficult task, though. Kids, work responsibilities, errands, and other tasks make huge demands [...]
