Last weekend I held a Benefit WOD (workout of the day) for Autism Speaks at my CrossFit Gym, AKA “Box” and it was a huge success. We had 53 people participate in the event. With everyone’s donations, we were able to raise $500 for Autism Speaks!
Continue reading Why I love CrossFit and CFN!
If you had the opportunity to read my previous blog, London Marathon 2016, you may already know that I have been selected to run for Team Up with Autism Speaks on their elite London Marathon Team. The marathon will take place on April 24, 2016 and I have pledged to raise $10,000 for this great cause. In an effort to raise some of the money I held my very first Tricky Tray Raffle. It took months of planning and hard work, but it was well worth it in the end! The raffle took place last Sunday and I could not have been happier with how things turned out.
Read on to learn more about why hosting a fundraiser is so much fun and get some great tips on hosting you very own Tricky Tray Raffle!! Continue reading Fundraising Raffle Recap
Imagine if everyone could be happy all the time and we could spread happiness around like confetti. Imagine what kind of world we would live in. Wouldn’t the world be a better and brighter place?
I do believe that happiness can be attainable. While it may be unlikely to be happy 100% of the time, I think it is possible to find it in even in the worst situations. Choosing to be happy and to stay positive can make even the most challenging situations, easier to bear. Why spend energy being angry or sad when you can spend it thinking about the good things in your life. Continue reading COME ON GET HAPPY…..
In honor of Valentine’s Day, Dan and I have decided to co-write this week’s blog about our strategies for a great relationship. It seems like everywhere you look there’s an article or news segment about high divorce rates, cheating spouses and generally unhappy couples. We are here to tell you that building a successful relationship is not impossible! Even in today’s fast paced world, we find that through honest communication and a few other strategies, it can be easy to maintain a happy home life. Remember that your spouse or significant other should be your partner, you’re in this together and you need to work together to make your marriage last. Read on to discover a few of the things we feel has made our relationship one of the success stories. Continue reading Love and Marriage
Self-confident people can often be admired by others as well as inspire confidence in them. People who have self confidence are more apt to be risk takers and the sort of people who like to face challenges head-on. They know that no matter what obstacles come their way, they have the ability to get passed them. Self-confident people will often see their lives in a positive light even when things aren’t going so well.
Wouldn’t it be great to have this kind of self-confidence, every day ? Guess what? You can!!
“Low self-confidence isn’t a life sentence. Self-confidence can be learned, practiced, and mastered–just like any other skill. Once you master it, everything in your life will change for the better.” –Barrie Davenport
Continue reading 5 Ways to Boost Your Self Confidence
Those who know me well or follow me on instagram or Facebook know that I start each day with a positive quote. I usually pick quotes that resonate with me; so when reading them each week, a theme may present itself. The quotes will often symbolize or reflect what is happening in my life. My daily quotes are kind of a gateway to my soul and my inner thoughts! I have been posting a positive quote each day for over a year, and during that time have found that starting each morning with a positive thought can change my whole day for the better, as well as the days for the people who read them. Continue reading Quotes to Live By!
People are obsessed and focused on how vegans get their protein. As a vegan, I am bombarded with questions about protein all the time. It can become tiring to constantly explain people’s misplaced concerns about my daily protein intake. I know people mean well and want what’s best for me, but believe it when I tell you, as a vegan I get plenty of protein. Read on to find out some of the preconceived notions people have about protein and the vegan diet.
Continue reading Protein Myths Busted!
As we move forward into the year 2016, I would like to take a moment to reflect on the year that was, highlighting some of my proudest and fondest moments as well as thank the people who were a part of it all. Continue reading Looking Back at 2015…..
Each January, roughly one in three Americans resolve to better themselves in some way, but a much smaller percentage of people actually meet their resolutions. Studies have shown that about 75% of people stick to their goals for at least a week, 46% of people are still on target six months later, and only about 8% of people achieve their New Year’s Resolution.
The holidays are a great opportunity to enjoy time with family and friends, celebrate life, to be grateful, and to reflect on what’s important. They are also a time to appreciate the gift of health. Here are some tips to support your efforts for optimal health and wellness this holiday season. Continue reading Stay Healthy This Winter!
