What is Functional Fitness? "Functional fitness exercises train your muscles to work together and prepare them for daily tasks by simulating common movements you might do at home, at work, or in sports” – Mayo Clinic. What are the Benefits of Functional Fitness Training? To learn more about functional fitness and it's importance see my full blog post on functional training here. Why is Functional Fitness Important for Kids? Functional training for kids serves as a precursor ...
What is Functional Fitness?
When you exercise are you training for longevity? Functional Fitness is a type of training that trains your body for longevity, rather than breaking the body down and increasing your risk of injury. As a fitness professional, I'm a HUGE fan of functional training and it's what I specialize in as a trainer. I believe in training my clients for longevity, not just for the here and now. I want my clients to get results now, but also be able to get out of bed at 80 years old, work in their ...
My Fall Clean Beauty Makeup Routine
Hi guys! This is my fall clean beauty makeup routine. I should probably let you know I am a minimalist and the older I get (I'm 37) the less patience I have for beauty routines that take a lot of time. I'm also doing my best to "age gracefully" without all the toxins and fillers. (TRYING keyword there... no clue how I'll feel about all this in 10 years). Therefore, I try to choose clean beauty products as often as I can. Why clean beauty? Here's a post explaining why clean beauty is important. ...
My Health Journey – The Story I’ve Never Told
We all have a story. We all have our own health journey. Today I'm sharing my health journey, the story I've never told. Most of my adult life has been spent helping others achieve better health. It's my life passion and calling. However, I didn't just arrive at this point. I have been on a long health journey myself, which inspired me to help others live a well-balanced, healthier life. Gut dysfunction, hormone imbalance, exercise anorexia, body image issues, bodily harm done by modern ...
Non-toxic Household Cleaning Products that Work
(Blog Post Updated February 2022) Y’all know how I feel about non-toxic household cleaning products in our home. However, it can feel like a run-around trying to find the right products that check off all the boxes. Believe it or not, just because the label says, “all-natural,” “organic,” or “green,” it doesn’t necessarily mean there are no hidden potentially dangerous chemicals. I have tried my fair share of less toxic brands along the way; some work, some don’t. Honestly, it’s ...