One of my goals as a personal trainer and health coach is to help people get motivated to improve their health. Because getting motivated is often the most difficult part, you need to use as many strategies as possible to help yourself. One way is by understanding target heart rate zones so you can work out more effectively. And to do this, you need a heart rate monitor. Continue reading “Understanding target heart rate zones”
Get motivated with a heart rate monitor
In my last blog, I talked about how you could get motivated to exercise by tracking your progress. One great way of doing that is by using a heart rate monitor while you work out. I’ve used one for years so I can say firsthand that it definitely helps with long-term motivation. Continue reading “Get motivated with a heart rate monitor”
Track your exercise progress for more motivation
Motivation to exercise doesn’t just happen magically for most people. You have to use multiple strategies in order to get it and keep it. And one easy way to do that is to track your exercise progress. There are many ways you can do this and I suggest using as many of them as possible! More help equals more success. Continue reading “Track your exercise progress for more motivation”
6 Reasons why you need a personal trainer
When it comes to exercise most people will just go it alone. You know, because it’s so easy! But then when they’re not getting the results they want they get frustrated and give up. This is just one reason why you need a personal trainer. We help to educate, motivate, problem solve, and hold you accountable so you can actually reach your health goals. Continue reading “6 Reasons why you need a personal trainer”
My list of 7 hiking essentials
In writing these blogs I hope to not only educate you a little but also inspire you to get out and try some new activities. Not only for the exercise but for your mental health and enjoyment. Hiking is one of those activities that I think most anyone can enjoy, as long as you have some essential gear! Continue reading “My list of 7 hiking essentials”
Hiking vs walking: how you can benefit from both.
Moving our bodies is important. And the way we move them is even more important for our long-term health. The more variety we give our bodies, the more we challenge them by using different muscles. And more muscle is what we all need for better health!
I started out as a walker years ago but am now much more of a hiker for several reasons. So today I want to tell you about the differences between hiking vs walking and how you can benefit from both activities. Continue reading “Hiking vs walking: how you can benefit from both.”
Essentials for an inspiring home gym
Today I’m giving you my essentials for creating an inspiring home gym that you’ll actually want to work out in. This is important because working out at home is a great way to stay in shape and save time. But you have to have the right space for it if you want it to be motivating. And let’s be honest, we need all the motivation we can get to exercise, right?! Continue reading “Essentials for an inspiring home gym”
Tips to make exercise a habit for good.
I am proud to be a regular exerciser, but it didn’t happen overnight. In fact, it took me years to get into the habit of being consistent with it even though I was always active. But one of the first things I realized about exercising was that if I waited to feel like it, it just wasn’t going to happen! So how did I get past that hurdle, and others, to make exercise a habit for good? Continue reading “Tips to make exercise a habit for good.”
Change your diet for a healthier body
Have you been trying to figure out how to achieve a healthier body but not making much progress? From my own observations, people tend to look to exercise as the one way to reach that goal. But in my experience and research, I’ve learned the best way to get a healthier body is to first change your diet. Continue reading “Change your diet for a healthier body”
Find your motivation to exercise and don’t let age define you!
In September of 2020, my husband and I took a hiking trip to Utah for our 25th anniversary. The main destinations were Arches and Canyonlands National Parks, but we visited lots of other places along the way. It was an amazing trip and taught me a lot about motivation to exercise! So that’s what I want to share with you in this post. Continue reading “Find your motivation to exercise and don’t let age define you!”