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A Little Mid Summer Break

In Uncategorized • by Melissa, July 2, 2019 •

Just dropping in quickly to let you all know that I’m taking a bit of a break. Don’t worry friends, nothing crazy, just a bit of rest and relaxation for the Fourth of July holiday. Be sure to check back in next week for more...

How to Calculate Your Heart Rate Zones

In Cardio, Planning and Programming, Uncategorized • by Melissa, April 2, 2019 •

Heart rate is easy to forget about in this world of wearables and fitness trackers. Sure, those devices make it easier to make sure you are checking your heart rate regularly, but as I’ve previously written, it ain’t too hard to do on your own....

Links and Loves #2

In Uncategorized • by Melissa, December 12, 2018 •

This time of year is about giving. And, while this post is certainly not a gift guide, I thought I’d share another round of things that I am enjoying.

I Am Thankful

In Uncategorized • by Melissa, November 21, 2018 •

In the true spirit of Thanksgiving, and wellness, I wanted to take a minute and pause to reflect on the things I am grateful for this year.

Me and My Headphones

In Uncategorized • by Melissa, October 10, 2018 •

Sometimes it is good to be a little irreverent. Laughter is the best medicine right? So today, something a little… silly.

Links and Loves #1

In Uncategorized • by Melissa, September 7, 2018 •

Every once in a while I will share a few random things with you that I am enjoying. Most of these will be things that I am using or trying in my everyday life or things that I have come across that fit with my...

Roasted (Freezer) Tomatoes Two Ways

In Nutrition and Eats, Uncategorized • by Melissa, August 22, 2018 •

Tomatoes. They scream late summer to me. My guess is if you’ve seen a farmer’s market or stand lately, some of the bins are starting to overflow with tomatoes. While I profess myself to be a fairly healthful eater, raw tomatoes are something I have...

Happy Birthday America!

In Uncategorized • by Melissa, July 4, 2018 •

Just popping in super quick to wish everyone a safe and happy Fourth of July holiday! Especially if you are in the Northeast/Mid Atlantic region, make sure you are staying hydrated out there. And remember, it’s a holiDAY. Enjoy it thoroughly today, but tomorrow it...

Zoats

In Nutrition and Eats, Uncategorized • by Melissa, June 13, 2018 •

I try to be pretty positive on this blog. I think it helps in motivating people. I mean, sometimes exercising hurts and eating healthfully is hard, so a little bit of cheerleader mixed with some sarcastic humor is, I feel, a good thing. Today, though….

Sweet Potato Toast

In Nutrition and Eats, Uncategorized • by Melissa, May 30, 2018 •

I am waaaaay late to the party on this. That’s what happens when you have a kid. Everything sort of stops in your little bubble of the universe for a bit. I could not tell you where my favorite baseball team finished in the standings...