Health & Fitness

Last summer, I hiked the equivalent vertical gain of Mt. Everest. I had done lots of training for what was my first endurance event, and was mildly confident in my physical fitness, but I had zero idea how my body would respond to this challenge—it turns out, it responded by locking up my hips. And […]

I’m sharing 10 delicious healthy smoothie recipes – from tart cherry smoothie bowls to tropical mango kiwi coolers – that make for a nutrient-dense snack or meal on a warm summer day. We love refreshing smoothies in our house year-round, especially during those scorching hot summer days in Arizona. We usually have a back stock of

Sharing the weekly Friday Faves roundup! Hi friends! Happy Friday!! How are you? I hope you’re having a lovely week so far. Liv and I are off to Phoenix for a dance competition. She has a gorgeous solo and I love watching her team perform – it’s going to be a blast. I hope you

Resting tends to be something we put off or save for later when there’s “more time.” Yet, when we’re feeling fatigued, rushed, or distracted, slowing down can be one of the most productive ways to recharge a tired body and fragmented mind. “So much of our day-to-day life is ruled by demands on our time,

Sharing some tips on why you should filter your air, and my favorite air filter for home.  Hi friends! How are you? I hope you’re having a lovely morning! I have a couple of Zoom meetings this morning and am going to break up the day with a Sculpt Society class. I hope you have

Spring is nature’s way of pressing the reset button—and it’s a perfect time for kick-starting or restarting a walking routine that’s as refreshing as the season’s first iced coffee. As the weather warms, there’s no better time to step outside and reinvigorate your routine. Walking isn’t just great for your physical health—it’s a fantastic way

Could the next game-changer for your fitness routine be just… hanging out? It might be. TikTok is certainly convinced; trainers and avid gymgoers are taking to the social media app to sing the praises of the dead hang, the practice of hanging from a pull-up bar for short periods of time. And the truth is,

Having a coffee date chat with some of my best blog friends. Hi! How’s the morning going? I hope you’re having a great one so far. It’s been a little while since we’ve had a coffee or juice chat around here, so let’s grab a favorite beverage and catch up a bit today. I’d probably

You’ve likely been doing push-ups since childhood, but you may be less familiar with bench presses. However, both can be valuable tools in building a strong upper body—plus other muscles, like your core. The good news is that you can incorporate both into your routine, but there may be certain cases when you want to

If you’re unable to do lunges due to an injury, have trouble balancing, or you simply don’t like them (no judgment!), there are plenty of alternative exercises that can be just as effective. “Forward lunges are a favorite for their effectiveness in targeting the quads and engaging the glutes. However, they’re not without drawbacks,” says