Author Archives: Lisa Joann

Holiday cookie time! I’ll be posting several recipes over the next few weeks but starting with: Paleo Peppermint Chocolate Crinkle Cookie https://www.thehealthymaven.com/paleo-peppermint-chocolate-crinkle-cookies/

ACSM’S top 2020 fitness trends list is out. Employing certified fitness professionals-this is specific to your chosen sport. Health/wellness coaching-this category is typically online coaching, and many personal trainers now offer a hybrid service of both in gym and coaching online. Fitness programs for older adults-fitness for those who are looking for chair cardio andContinue reading “2020 Fitness Trends”

Welcome to December! What goals do you have this month? Will you make a New Years resolution? I think monthly goals are great. I often look at my progress and reevaluate at the beginning of each month. These goals can be personal, career related, or goals I have for others. I like to take stockContinue reading “Puzzle”

Three days a week, I teach two classes that have about 20-22 regular gals total. I have come to know them by name, their families, their fitness struggles and triumphs. At the beginning of November, I challenged them to “Planksgiving.” Complete a 2-3 minute plank, to which all of them said, “I can’t do that.”Continue reading “I can’t do it”

Sweet potatoes mashed 😉 https://www.cookinglight.com/recipes/savory-sweet-potato-mash?utm_source=emailshare&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=email-share-recipe&utm_content=20191120

Did you know? Carbs Aren’t Evil Information you hear about carbohydrates is confusing. Which are good and which are bad? What matters when it comes to carbohydrates is what kind you are choosing. The best sources of carbs are unprocessed whole grains, fruits and vegetables. White bread, highly processed foods and pastries are unhealthy sourcesContinue reading “Evil carbs”

What diet should I do? The “diet” you choose should fit one thing, and one thing only… Can I be consistent and long term with it? The “diet” (I prefer to say, the what and how you eat) must be consistent. You should eat the way you can for the long haul. Yes…the rest ofContinue reading “Long Haul”