I try to incorporate being green into anything I can when practical. This goes for the rooms of my home, what I buy and habits I have developed. Since fitness is a huge part of my life, I decided that I needed to add some green to my fitness routine, too. While I tend to […]
Plus Size Fitness
Tips for Doing Yoga When you are Plus Sized
Please note that I am not a physician or medical practitioner and cannot give advice on starting an exercise program. Check with your doctor before starting any sort of exercise regimen. I started doing yoga a while back. I decided to do it because I often have stiff, sore muscles due to chronic pain caused […]
How I failed the first Time I tried Getting Fit and What I am Doing This Time
There’s been several times in my life that I tried to get fit for one reason or another. With it being the season to make New Year’s resolutions, I thought now would be a good time to discuss the mistakes I’ve made in the past In the hopes that it could help you if you’re […]
My Secret to Preventing Chub Rub
Heat Rash. Thigh Burn. Fire Thighs. Satan’s Curse. The Real Fire Crotch. No matter what you call it, it’s one of the most painful and annoying things for us active folks no matter what your size. (yes, people of all sizes get it) I lovingly refer to it as chub rub, personally, but that’s not […]
Tips for Doing Your First Color Run
I did my first color run 2 years ago. It was so much fun because it was also my first 5K. I did it with my then-12 year old daughter. Since then, I have enjoyed a lot of fun runs, but my favorite so far has been the ones with all the color. A color […]
5 Reasons to Work Out That Have Nothing to do with Weight Loss
When many people start working out, they often do it with the intentions of losing weight. This isn’t a bad goal to have, but it can be a rather frustrating one, too. Weight loss can have its ups and downs and with that comes a lot of feeling like you will never achieve your goals. […]
How to Learn Yoga and Meditation without Leaving Home
This is a sponsored post. I have been compensated, however all thoughts and opinions are my own and I screen every sponsored opportunity to only bring my readers products and services I believe they will benefit from. Many people are intimidated by the idea of learning practices such as yoga and meditation. both can […]
6 Easy Things to Do Everyday for Your Health
This post is sponsored by Rainbeau Curves, a plus size active wear brand I love. All opinions are mine. With all of the information out there these days about how to be healthy, it is sure easy to get overwhelmed! You start to wonder how you will ever do them all and if you […]
How to Work Out Comfortably When You Are Plus Sized
This discussion is generously brought to you by Rainbeau Active. Make sure you check them out on Facebook and thank them! Working out can be hard for anyone, especially when just starting out or when you have been out of the game for a while, but as a plus sized person, you may notice that […]
20 Delicious Protein Powder Recipes
As a diabetic and someone who likes working out, I know the importance of eating enough protein. I admit that I am not perfect when it comes to protein intake and I also hate the taste of protein powders when they come in the form of shake mixes or just added to a smoothie. I […]
Tips for Yoga with Limited Mobility
So you are ready to start discovering the amazing benefits of doing yoga, but then you stop and ask yourself, can I really get into all those awkward positions? I mean with all the twists and turns, not to mention trying to maintain your sense of balance all at the same time. Yes, you can! […]
How to Stay Motivated in Your Fitness Goals
Thanks to Rainbeau Curves for sponsoring this discussion! Make sure you keep up with them on Facebook and Instagram! I usually write only about plus sized fitness and while many of the articles I write have information that is good for both non-plus sized athletes and plus sized ones, this one has some information for […]
Beginning Treadmill for Plus Size Gals
Thank you to Rainbeau Curves for sponsoring today’s discussion on beginning treadmill for plus size gals. Please note that I am not a personal trainer or physician and I cannot legally give medical advice. Please check with your Doctor before starting any exercise program. When I stepped into the gym for the first time, […]
How to Get Over Gym Anxiety When you are Plus Sized
Thank you to Rainbeau Curves for letting me talk to you today about how to get over gym anxiety when you are plus sized. I avoided the gym for many years because of gym anxiety. Not only did I avoid it, I laughed secretly in my head at those that loved hanging out in the […]