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Focal Points

In Uncategorized  •  by Melissa, July 9, 2024  •  
While I have been quieter here on the blog and on my social media channels the last few months, it has been one sided. I’ve been doing “research” for some upcoming things. And I’ve noticed something. Something that I want to bring to your attention...
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Practical Programming

In General Fitness, Planning and Programming  •  by Melissa, June 25, 2024  •  
Hello Warriors! I know some of you may have missed or skipped my previous post, so I just want to shout out that new posts will still happen Tuesdays but on an every other week basis for the remainder of 2024. This week’s post sort...
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Where I’ve Been

In Mental Health  •  by Melissa, June 11, 2024  •  
Well, hello old friends! It has been awhile and I’m sure you have been wondering where I’ve been. Today I want to catch you up on what’s been going on and hopefully where this space is heading.
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Links and Loves 21

In Exercise  •  by Melissa, January 30, 2024  •  
Well, Warrior, January sure flew by quickly. Every once in awhile, I use this space to share things that I think are worth a mention and things that I have been enjoying. Nothing here is sponsored, usually just a random collection of things I’d like...
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Value Add

In Dimensions of Wellness, Exercise  •  by Melissa, January 23, 2024  •  
Hello Warriors! Exercise, especially this time of year, tends to focus on subtraction. Usually with relation to numbers on the scale. But I think as a whole, most view exercise through the lens of punishment. The body doesn’t look a certain way, so we choose...
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Finding Science in the Noise

In Exercise, Safety  •  by Melissa, January 16, 2024  •  
Hello Warriors! Do you often wonder if the program your friend is on is beneficial? Or maybe if the supplement you keep seeing advertised is worth your money? Most clients and students I’ve worked with over the years ask about these things at least once...
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“Strength” Training

In Dimensions of Wellness, Strength Training  •  by Melissa, January 9, 2024  •  
Happy Tuesday, Warriors! With January officially in full swing, I want to address the idea of strength. You’ll notice it’s in quotes in the title of this post. The word strength has many connotations, and especially as it relates to wellness, I want to spend...
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Evaluating the Mental Load of New Year’s Resolutions

In General Fitness, Mental Health  •  by Melissa, January 2, 2024  •  
Happy New Year! It’s 2024 and if you have found this blog for the first time, welcome! If you are returning, welcome back! Today is the second day of the year, which means resolutions abound. In particular vows to overhaul diet and exercise practices. While...
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Christmas Charcuterie

In Nutrition and Eats  •  by Melissa, December 12, 2023  •  
Happy Holidays Warrior! I’m not sure if it’s having a kiddo or the fact that our entire family schedule revolves around school, but December just seems to fly. Between the usual holiday prep and my husband and I wrapping up a semester, the weeks between...
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Holiday Gift Guide: Accessible and Affordable Wellness Gifts

In Dimensions of Wellness  •  by Melissa, December 5, 2023  •  
Howdy, Warrior! We are heavy into the holiday shopping bonanza. Hanukkah begins on Friday and Christmas and Kwanzaa won’t be too far off. So, I’ve got something new for you, a Gift Guide!
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