Quick. Real Quick.

There are so many movement practices that promote balance in our bodies.  Here, we are utilizing functional fitness movements because: We can work quick. Like real quick. They are functional – mom’s lifting kids into cars or dad’s moving the couch to find a beloved lost toy require functional strength.  Period. They are very simple […]

Active Recovery

family active together

Active recovery is full of fun and bonding when we opt into family activities. Here our some of our favorites. Active Recovery Scavenger hunt outdoors looking for: three animals or animal sounds three colors two types of leaves a nut or seed evidence of water – dew, wet soil, rain drops, puddles something in bloom […]

Ab Challenge – Total Body Abs

This super fast workout offers total body toning and will get your heart rate up!  A complete workout on its own or the perfect addition to a run, walk, or bike.  This is total body abs! 3 Rounds: 10 alternate arm push-ups: Begin in plank position, wrists and elbows stacked below shoulders.  Lower onto left […]

Ab Challenge – Deep Core

Day two of the ab challenge brings us to the deep core muscles.  It is super transportable and easy to do ANYWHERE!  Here we focus on the transverse abdominals (the ones that go across your body left to right underneath the “6 pack abs”) and the pelvic floor.  Stay seated – it is going to […]

Ab Challenge – Obliques

Welcome to day 4 of the ab challenge!  Today, we will combine 2 moves in 4 rounds to work the core while focusing on ab stability and obliques. 4 Rounds: 10 push-up to side plank (hold side plank x 10 seconds) 20 Russian twists Push-up to side plank: Begin in plank position with wrists and […]

Ab Challenge – Yoga Inspired

Day 7 of the ab challenge is recovery inspired.  We have worked hard!  In less than 7 minutes, you can connect to breath, lengthen the spine, and work total core.

Peanut Butter Energy Balls

These no-bake Peanut Butter Energy Balls are perfect for a quick recovery snack or to pack in lunches.  By combining protein, whole grains, and seeds, this recipe is a fast and simple way to include many health-benefiting foods (even the kids will love). Peanut Butter Energy Balls Ingredients: 1 cup peanut butter (can substitute other […]

Chia Seed Pudding

Chia seeds are a wonderful nutrient-dense food – think fiber, healthy fat, calcium – and the list goes on.  This chia seed pudding recipe is a great snack, breakfast, or lunch that will keep you feeling full for hours. Chia Seed Pudding Serves: 1 Ingredients: 1 cup almond milk 1/3 cup chia seeds 1 tsp. […]

Improving Relationships By Eliminating Fear

When we think of the landscape of our relationships and marriages, there are many nuances to making a partnership last and thrive over time. Loving relationships built on respect, communication, and physical connectedness offer a rich lifetime experience. However, cracks in our foundations can come as we experience financial strain, crisis, or the ups and […]

Kale Cobb Salad

Cobb salad gets a bad reputation with toppings that are sometimes highly processed and high fat.  A healthy cobb salad is here: Kale Cobb Salad offers a simple mix of ingredients that are delicious while still nutritious. Kale Cobb Salad Serves 4-5 Ingredients: 4 chicken breast, thawed 1 tbsp olive oil 1 5 ounce container […]