Sherri McMillan
Focus on the CAN not the CAN’T
There are so many things we can’t do right now due to COVID and that can easily get you down. Rick Hansen, a famous Canadian, can teach us a valuable lesson to help us cope with everything going on in the world right now. Rick was in a terrible car accident when he was 16 […]
Rethinking Holiday Weight Gain
Most people gain weight during the holidays and it’s understandable. We are typically consuming more indulging, caloric-rich foods and drinks. We may be stressed with so much to get done. We may not be moving as much because it’s colder and darker. It’s not uncommon for people to put on 10 pounds during the holiday […]
2021 Reset
If there’s one thing that 2020 taught us, it’s the importance of overall health. Most people gain a bit of weight during the holidays and add in a global pandemic and a lockdown with people eating more and participating in less physical activity, it’s easy to see why people might be ready for a reset […]
Setting New Years Resolutions During a Pandemic
2020 was not what any of us expected and as we approach the end of the year, most are eager to hit the reset button. A year ago, many of us set some New Year’s Resolutions and many of those goals probably didn’t materialize due to Covid-19. Cancelled races, inability to travel, gyms closed…the lockdown […]
What Do You Buy for Your Fitness Fanatic Friends During a Global Pandemic?
With so many restrictions on activities and businesses, what do you get your fit friends that will be appreciated, accessible and used. Since everyone’s comfort level is different, it’s best to go the safe route with your holiday gifts this year that any exercise enthusiast would enjoy. Here’s some gift ideas that any hard-core fitness […]
Forest Bathing
Since Health and Fitness Clubs are still closed, many of us are opting for outdoor workouts. We are blessed to live in the PNW, where we have access to so many paths, trails, lakes and rivers to enjoy stunning scenery. One program gaining popularity is Forest Bathing, originating in Japan, and is simply spending time […]
Healthy Eating for the Holidays
Although we won’t be experiencing the same temptations of holiday parties, community events and large family get-togethers this year due to Covid-19, it may be even more challenging to keep our health in check when we’re stuck at home with nothing to do. The last thing we want to do is add onto the ‘Quaran-15’! […]
One Month Left to THRIVE
Most of us couldn’t be happier that 2020 is almost over. With one month left to the year, how can we launch into 2021 feeling our best? Creating a challenge of some sort can provide you a positive focus that can help keep your health a priority during the holidays. Here’s some options: Set the […]
Developing Your Endurance and Resilience Through Covid-19
The global pandemic is testing our resilience. When we first realized the seriousness of Covid-19, we were told we needed to shutdown and isolate for 2 weeks to flatten the curve. We are now 8 months into these restrictions and are now experiencing our second set of shutdowns right before the holidays. It’s like signing […]
Set Your Alarm on the Hour for Tremendous Health Benefits
For those of you who wear an Apple watch, it will give you a reminder to get up and move every hour if you’ve been sitting too long. There’s a strong reason for this. You’ve probably heard the saying “sitting is the new smoking” in terms of negative consequences to your overall health. There is […]