A recent conversation with some of my girlfriends, who, like me, are recently (within 3 years or less) single has me wanting to encourage and inspire those of you who may be in the same boat. Some of my friends are loving the single life; others, well, let's just say it's not their "cup of tea". For me, it's the best damn tea I've had the pleasure of experiencing ;) . What I want to say to those of you who are single in today's crazy world is this... Live POWERFULLY! And b

Sometimes the hardest days, the hardest scenarios, circumstances, and situations that we find ourselves in are the ones that grow our character, our resolve, our determination, our inner fire the most... It is how we respond and react to these trials that change our course. How is your race going? Are you meeting your challenges, your doubters, your mountains, head on? Or are you shrinking back when they rise up to meet you and want to defeat you? I am the only one who can

We are almost halfway through 2019 already; can you believe it? Are you still moving forward to reach your goals? Have you surpassed them; have you given up on them? . Starting and maintaining a workout regimen is not easy for many; and for those of us who "can't live without it", we have our off days as well. But here's the thing...tomorrow is a NEW day. You don't have to wait for January 1, 2020 to start over. . Baby steps. Giant leaps. Medium size shuffles...just star

What is your "it"? Have you figured it out yet or are you still walking through your day just checking off boxes or waiting for the weekend? . Do you have a dream, a passion, a vision, of what you would like your life to be? . Then go after it! Take the steps you need to take to move towards that passion. You are the only thing in your way. Believe me, I know, I was in my way for a long time before I finally moved past the fear and the panic of moving into the unknown. W

If I could accomplish anything in my career it would be to demolish the false assumptions and self-defeating lies we all at times believe about our abilities to accomplish hard tasks, seemingly impossible goals, or overcome terrifying obstacles that may face us every morning when we open our eyes. . There are so many lost, depressed, defeated people out there I want to reach with the message that they ARE enough. You CAN do hard things. Why NOT you? There is so much beauty

So I have been in Seattle all week on a much needed getaway with my son. It is amazing to me how every time I unplug and focus on the most important things in life - my children, how my perspective on everything changes. . I am so blessed to be in a place in my life where I am able to sit down with my son and my daughter and really hear what they have to say and focus on the amazing human beings they have become. I am so proud of them. This re-focused career of fitness and

What a journey these last few months have been. So many days when I wish my progress would go more quickly; but I know that slow and steady is the best recipe when transforming your body and mind from the inside out. It is never easy and there are days of frustration but I just keep pushing myself forward. The food is the key. Especially as I get closer to my goals. I am getting stronger and lifting heavier for sure, but my nutrition has got to match up to the rest of my

Hump Day VIBES!! ! Here's to you my fellow warriors... be fierce today and let love and hope fill your world. The war rages on but everyday we win the battles that make us stronger to fight another day. Don't listen to the "I can't" to the "you can't" or to any of the other voices inside your mind that want to stop your beautiful fight forward. . So many times in life I've given up on my dream to train people, give them hope through physical and emotional strength, help the

One month in! How are your workouts and food choices changing your life? More energy, better sleep, stronger body, clearer skin, and more focused mind??? Or has your forward progress been put on pause or stopped altogether? Guess what?? You can re-start NOW! EMBRACE THE GRIND! Remember, it's the intention, the WHY, that keeps us pushing and grinding through the workouts and the cravings and the days where we just feel like giving up. Some days it's hard! But just push

Being fit and healthy is a beautiful battle. Park yourself on the front lines. Remember, it's a lifestyle, it's a journey. Your body will choose the comfortable route every day. Train your mind. Train it to lean towards the challenge. Fall in love with the battle and watch your body, your mind, and your life transcend any limit you attempt to place on them. In everything you do, every choice you make, every decision you contemplate, every situation in your life... your m