I want to preface this post by stating that I am not a certified personal trainer nor a physical therapist. My goal with this post is to simply share what concepts (after spending a lot of time, money, and hours researching) allowed me to have some “light-bulb” moments and finally understand how to master glute activation. If you’re experiencing any pain or muscle imbalances, I highly recommend consulting with your doctor and a physical therapist first. My battle with running injuries and how it finally…
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Friday Favorites #7
Happy Friday! I hope you all have had an amazing week. I’m once again typing this from 32,000 feet up in the air. We are on our way home from an amazing week in the Maldives. I think this will officially be the longest Friday of my life. Due to the time change and flights…
Friday Favorites #6
Happy Friday! I’m currently sitting in a lounge in Malé sipping a vanilla bourbon iced tea waiting for our fourth and final flight. We will be taking a sea plane to get to the St. Regis resort in the Maldives where we will be spending the next seven days. As I was sitting here, I…
Not your average breakfasts: Quick, Healthy, and Veggie Packed Breakfast Ideas to fuel Your Day
Today, I’m giving you a glimpse of my breakfasts. They’re weird. Or let’s call them “non-traditional”. I’m a big believer in starting my day with a veggie packed and nutrient dense breakfast. I don’t know who decided that sugary and carb heavy breakfasts were going to be the first meal of the day, but they…
Friday Favorites #4
Happy Friday! It’s that time of the week when I share a few of the things that are making me smile. As always, I’d love to hear what you’re currently loving in the comments. <3 Alexia Clark workouts *Love* Alexia Clark’s workout program. I have been following her workouts for over a year, and I…
Amelia’s Amazeballs: No-Bake Fig Newton Energy Balls
I’m sitting on a plane flying back home after a short trip to Maine feeling refreshed for a new week as I type this post. I absolutely love my life in North Carolina, but I do miss being close to family. Last week involved a lot of sad and challenging cases at work, but after a…
Friday Favorites #3
Happy Friday! Here’s another summary of the things that have been making me happy this week. As always, I’d love to hear highlights from your week or anything that you’re currently loving. <3 Ninja Foodi This is one of my new favorite toys. I held out for a long time during the instant pot craze telling…
Whole30 ALDI Recipe Roundup
21 Whole30 Recipes You Can Make From One Trip To ALDI We are all busy people. Committing to Whole30 (or no sugar, cutting out processed foods, etc.) takes a lot of mental energy and precious time trying to remember what you can and can’t eat, finding recipe ideas, and prepping and cooking in the kitchen….
Amelia’s Amazeballs: Salted Chocolate Coffee No-Bake Energy Balls
You guys. I hate to play favorites but when chocolate and coffee are added, is it really a level playing field? I made these last week and then popped them in the freezer curious how they would hold up. Yeah…put these puppies in the freezer. They maintain a nice texture and biting into the slightly…
Friday Favorites #2
Let’s just say this week hasn’t been all sunshine and puppy dogs (literally) like last week. Some weeks veterinary medicine is a tough gig, especially when delivering difficult news to owners and difficult good-byes outnumber the upbeat wellness visits, successful treatments, and focus on preventative care. I have an amazing job that is both challenging…