What can we do to improve the fitness industry? I share my experiences and encourage you to do the same.

As the Thanksgiving weekend comes to a close, we are often asked what we are thankful for. The list of what I am thankful for can go on and on. Likely, the typical stuff you always here like family, friends, health, etc. The challenge for me lately is that I am not truly thankful for me. This is a problem.

Clothes and games come and go. Now give the gift that’ll last a lifetime: good health. It’s easy with the Team Beachbody eGift Card.

Some folks think it’s fine to sit nearly all day and have a burst of fitness in one workout maybe 3 times a week. While this is better than nothing, it’s not enough, no by a long shot. Let’s look at some ideas to keep moving throughout the day.

Weight loss success is often found in a series of simple lifestyle changes. This is where you change a few key factors about what you eat and how you exercise, without making it a full time job. This type of weight loss is gradual and permanent, since you are able to maintain it long term. Here are some ideas for small lifestyle changes that can really make a difference.

In addition to spotlighting fitness professionals, I’m going to start focusing on other inspirational women I have met throughout this virtual world. Meet my friend Missy…

I’m not sure that these tips are really “secret.” but this is a great list to keep handy to help make your health and fitness efforts successful. These tips are from fitness guru, Chalene Johnson, creator of Turbo Jam, Chalene Extreme, and many more great workouts. She is one of my mentors as a mother of two children who looks amazing and constantly motivates others to be the best they can be.

I’m going to dust off the old pedometer to measure my steps and movement. Being on prescribed “rest” and meds has me reaching for the wrong foods for comfort and the numbers on the scale are moving in the wrong direction. It’s time for a change and some virtual hugs. How about you? Read on for details…