It’s that time of year again. The air is full of pumpkin spice and everything nice, and we Floridians still have to wait a few months to break out our boots and scarves. We don’t have to wait for all of the delicious flavors of fall, though! Everyone loves the sweetness of pumpkin pie and gingerbread, but we can enjoy the taste of autumn without compromising our summer bodies. Fall produce is out there and waiting to be turned into scrumptious dishes. Butternut squash is one

Well it's official, the weather has already hit summer temperatures as Florida is sailing into the mid-90s as we end the month of May. In an effort to stay safe in high-temps this summer here are a few important tips to keep in mind when being active outdoors.... Drink plenty of water, hydrating frequently Stay in shaded areas when possible Wear loose fitting, light weight garments Wear sun protection (sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, etc) Try to limit sun exposure during peak ho

Many office jobs have us sitting in one position all day, finding ourselves with back pain, rounded shoulders and a slouching posture. We can get so caught up in what we work on throughout the day, that sometimes we forget to take a break and move the body. Regular breaks are important, moving the body in different ways helps prevent strain caused by sitting at a desk for too long. Perhaps you have already taken steps to bring wellness into your workplace. Having options to s

It's here. January 1st and all those New Year's resolutions are upon us yet again. If you feel like me, every New Year's Day you find yourself tired of the same old cycle, creating resolutions you never stick with and annoyed you are repeating your goals without ever getting anywhere. Maybe you're ready to try something different this New Year. The beauty of the first day of the year, is it gives us a chance to start again or try a different approach towards being a better v

A great way to start your day off right with some fruit, leafy greens and plenty of antioxidants to get you energized for the day. Ingredients: - Almond Milk or coconut milk, 1 cup - Protein powder mix, (approx. 1/2 cup) *I really like Thrive Vanilla for flavor and vitamin boost -Spinach or Kale, 1 cup raw - Banana, 1/4 cup - Pineapple or mango for for sweetness (approx. 1/2 cup) - 1 teaspoon Golden Milk - 1 teaspoon Moringa powder - 2 - 4 ice cubes for thicker smoothie Comb

Too often we keep ourselves so busy visiting with friends and family, working, and planning activities with others that we rarely take anytime to focus on ourselves and our own personal health. When was the last time you took a moment to just stop and do nothing? When have you stopped to meditate quietly, or enjoy being outdoors breathing in the fresh air, without planning an activity or event with others? We tend to busy ourselves with taking care of everyone, and everythi

Creating SMART goals is a great way to set yourself up towards achieving your desired outcome. S.M.A.R.T. is an acronym to help provide you with the tools to develop the best method for your path to success! S- Be Specific about your goal. Make sure you can provide enough details about what your goal is and your desired outcome. M- Make sure your goal is Measurable. With any goal, it's important to have a way of measuring your success and progress towards achieving it. How wi

It is the best time of year to get outdoors here in Florida! Spring is here and things are starting to get warmer as we move into Summer. This phrase does not always bring to mind the thought of exercise but that’s because you might be looking at it the wrong way. Depending on what you like, exercise outdoors can be truly rewarding. It can help decrease stress and increase motivation. Just pick something you really like to do so you can look forward to doing it. Here are some

The holidays are here and between Thanksgiving and Christmas we are all celebrating and eating and drinking perhaps a little more than we should. It is hard to stay focused on maintaining our healthy eating habits when treats are all around us. Or friends and family members are all urging us to let go and celebrate. And we should but we can celebrate the season without letting go of our goals for ourselves. One of the ways we can do this is by continuing to stay with our heal