What’s Sexy?
Victoria’s Secret is changing their image. VS has had their niche. The fashion shows and many products have been over-the top and have attracted women, men, and non-binary folks for years. Now it’s rebranding. Aspirational marketing – sex sells everything – cars, clothing, jewelry, shoes… Aspirational marketing is powerful. But the idealized image may alienate […]
Your Monthly Recipe: Easy Grilled Salmon
Hello friends~ I hope you’re having a beautiful, fun summer! Summer days are long, and filled with activities, so let’s make dinner easy! One of my favorite summer dishes is grilled salmon. I love it year round, in the oven or grilled because it can be quick and easy to prepare, it’s delicious, and it […]
Independence From Shopping (Can I do it?)
Hello friends~ I had planned for this 4th of July newsletter to be Independence Day themed. But this is about shopping. Stay with me here… Yesterday a woman wearing stars and stripes ribbons on her hat, and dangly, glitter star earrings commented on my t-shirt, a Boho Lucky Brand item from years ago, which looks […]
Is Sugar Ok?
Hello Friends~ Are you enjoying summer and the proliferation of farmers’ markets and fresh produce everywhere? Maybe even in your own garden! I had a great conversation with a personal training and nutrition coaching client this morning about choosing the balance of foods for her athletic and weight control needs. We hit on the subject […]
Are We Having Fun Yet?
Hello friends~ Have you always loved exercise? I sure haven’t. In 7th grade, I got a D in gym. Some kids seemed to be having fun playing dodgeball and indoor field hockey, but not me. I didn’t like getting hit with a ball, nor did I like hitting other kids, and I kept getting whacked […]
My Birthday – Bet On Me And I’ll Bet On You Too
Hellooo friends~ I don’t need presents for my birthday, preferring experiences like sweaty workouts with a wonderful virtual group, and rewarding individual client sessions. It was a pleasure taking a brisk walk on this gorgeous day, and working in the garden. A nice dinner tonight will cap it off. I’m beyond grateful to be happy, […]
Never Say Diet
Hello friends~ It finally feels summery here on the Jersey Shore! And right in time, Women’s Health Magazine just published the Body Issue. A slender, beautiful Hillary Duff is featured (varying images – this is just one) and she’squoted saying, “I’m proud of my body”. Who wouldn’t be? She’s had 3 kids and kudos to her. […]
Attitude Comes First
We’re our own worst critics. And social media certainly doesn’t help. Influencers and wellness/fitness pros often set an aspirational bar that’s unrealistic and unattainable for most. It impacts all of us to some degree, me included. We’re all prey at least somewhat, to the influences of our culture, and so much of it is negative […]
Smoked Gouda Broccoli Soup & Things I Said
Hello friends~ To all you mom athletes out there (and you are all athletes!), I hope you were feeling the love on Mother’s Day. I had calls from the kids (all parents now) and we did some reminiscing. One of the things that make being a mom especially great is being reminded of things I […]
Training Myths
Hello friends~ Just wondering – do you train at the gym, work out from home, in person, or virtually? Are you taking classes or using a personal trainer or coach? Wherever and however you train, it’s likely that you overhear advice – absolutes, like fill-in-the-blank: “never do _______.”, “the best__________”, always________”, or “no pain no […]