Strong Is the New Safe
They Told Us to Be Careful. They Should Have Told Us to Be Strong. Many of us grew up in homes where being a “lady” was the highest compliment a woman could receive. It meant you were composed, measured, and careful. It meant you didn’t strain yourself. It meant you certainly didn’t lift heavy things. […]
Would You Hire a Lawyer… or Represent Yourself?
Sure, you could represent yourself in court. It’s cheaper upfront. But one wrong word, one missed detail, and the cost could be devastating—thousands of dollars lost, or even your freedom. That’s why people hire lawyers: you’re not just paying for their time, you’re paying for their expertise, guidance, and ability to protect your future. Fitness works the same […]
Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway: Why Investing in Yourself Changes Everything
Before I ever became a personal trainer, I hired one myself. Before we launched our business, we worked with a business coach. Why? Because investing in ourselves has been the best decision we’ve ever made. Hiring experts has been worth every penny — not because they did the work for us, but because they helped guide […]
What’s Your WHY? How to Discover the Purpose That Drives You
Have you ever been so lost in what you were doing that you completely lost track of time? You felt fully alive, deeply connected — and you didn’t want it to end. That feeling? It holds clues to something powerful: your WHY. Your WHY is the reason you do what you do — the inner […]
It’s Not Selfish to Take Care of Yourself—It’s Smart
Some may say it’s selfish. I say it’s anything but. Prioritizing your health isn’t about vanity or indulgence. It’s about sustainability—for your life, your energy, and your ability to show up for others. When you move your body regularly, get enough rest, and nourish yourself well, you don’t just feel better—you function better. Your mood improves, […]
How I Met My Mentor
My desire to help others become strong and fit started as a member of The Westfield Area Y. I wanted other people to experience what had happened to me – my body becoming fitter was helping my mind become stronger and my self-confidence to soar. The Y also gave me a sense of belonging. I […]
Why Keep a Food Diary?
Studies show that when people journal their food intake, they are more likely to succeed with fat loss goals. When it comes to keeping a food log, though, most people are not sold. So, what’s holding you back? When we ask clients to share their journals with us, we don’t care whether or not you […]
Can less sleep cause weight gain?
The Siblings Who Refused to Go to Bed: Leptin and Ghrelin Leptin and Ghrelin are hormones. These cute little guys are from the neuroendocrine system. The neuroendocrine system is the system in our bodies responsible for controlling our appetites! That is worth repeating. The neuroendocrine system is responsible for managing our appetites. (Ever notice that […]
Why Middle-Aged Women Need a Personal Trainer
Why So Many Women Quit Exercising in Midlife—And How to Turn It Around According to BMC Women’s Health, nearly half of women reduce or stop regular exercise during the midlife period. Add in the natural decline in metabolism and muscle mass that comes with age, and it’s no wonder so many women struggle with unwanted weight gain, […]
What is Blocking You?
Hopefully, I have inspired you to take some steps toward putting your health first after reading Are You Taking Care of You? and Put Your Oxygen Mask on First If so, do you feel a difference? Do you have more strength and vitality? If not, I want you to visualize having more strength and vitality. Can you imagine […]