2011 May

10 Things “Bridesmaids” Taught Me

May 31, 2011 18 Comments

First — are you catching up from the long holiday weekend? I know I’m not the only one who took advantage of that “mark all as read” button on Google Reader. So here’s what you missed: The Surprising Reason I Love Yoga Why I Want to be Fitfluential So…What CAN I Eat? I had an AMAZING weekend — lots of gardening, working out (a 2K swim! Dance Trance!) and very little time in front of the computer. I even carved {Read More}

Filed Under: Family & Friends

The Surprising Reason I Love Yoga

May 30, 2011 12 Comments

Quick side note/favor: A few people have asked me for blogs and other online resources that explain and provide recipes for special dietary needs like gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, etc. I’m going to put together a post, but I’d LOVE your help! Even if you don’t have allergies or special needs, what are your favorite places to go to learn about healthy eating? Thanks in advance! When I was putting together my application to be a Fitfluential Ambassador (thanks to all {Read More}

Filed Under: Fitness, Healthy Living, Yoga

Why I Want to Be Fitfluential

May 28, 2011 9 Comments

I love that word: It’s the brainchild of two of my favorite bloggers — Kelly Olexa and Jennifer Edwards — and the company, Fitfluential, is a brand new project designed to help bloggers and brands connect in an amazing new way. It’s no secret that I’m passionate about building community, whether at work (Growing Bolder; where I spend my days showcasing men and women who pursue passions and live active lifestyles), here on my blog and through the #Fitblog Chats {Read More}

Filed Under: Fitness, Healthy Living, Social Media Tagged With: FitFluential Ambassador 11

So…What CAN I Eat?

May 28, 2011 16 Comments

Doesn’t that look scrumptious? It’s one of the many discoveries I made during the 28-Day Detox that is in its final days. I thought I’d share some of my thoughts now, and pass on information for any of YOU who are interested in taking part in the July launch. First, a quick update. We’ve been slowly removing items from our diet (to see how our body reacts to them — the only way to know how we really feel ON {Read More}

Filed Under: Healthy Living

Five for Friday

May 27, 2011 11 Comments

In all the chaos of last week — Bon Jovi! Fitbloggin’! — I never got a chance to tell you about my foray into the new trend in fitness… Ballet Barre. I was invited to a media preview of Orlando’s new studio, barre54, and I’m thrilled that I went. What is barre54? barre54 is Orlando’s first fitness studio dedicated to the ballet barre workout. barre54 offers a full body, cardiovascular workout fusing yoga, pilates and ballet. Each 54-minute class features {Read More}

Filed Under: Five for Friday, Healthy Living