I don’t find motivation in the morning. I don’t look for it, I don’t wait for it, and I’ve stopped expecting it to show up on its own. What I do instead is remove every possible reason not to move — the night before, while I still have the energy and the intention to do … Read more
The holidays make movement harder — not because we’re unmotivated, but because life gets fuller. Plans shift, routines get interrupted, and our energy gets pulled in a dozen directions. And yet, this is when movement matters most. Not for weight loss.Not for pressure.But for sanity, strength, and feeling like yourself. I’ve learned that fitness in … Read more
Strength training didn’t become part of my life until 2020, when Tom was recovering from his hip replacements. We started walking together every day during his recovery. At first, it was about helping him heal, but those daily walks lit a spark for both of us. By 2021, we added dumbbell strength training to our … Read more
Let’s be honest—figuring out how to stay fit when life is already full isn’t always easy. Add in old injuries, changing hormones, fatigue, or just the mental weight of starting over, and it’s no wonder so many of us feel stuck. But here’s what I’ve learned: you don’t need the perfect plan. You just need … Read more
I Didn’t Start Lifting to Get Fit—It Was About Keeping Up When I went back to school in my 50s to start a new career in healthcare, I wasn’t worried about tests or textbooks. I was worried about the physical part—being on my feet all day in clinicals, helping patients, and keeping up with the … Read more
Simple, Effective Strength Training at Home or on the Road Easy to Begin Simple Dumbbell Workout If you’re new to strength training—or coming back after a break—dumbbells are one of the most accessible and powerful tools you can use. They’re compact, versatile, and beginner-friendly. You don’t need a gym membership or fancy equipment. Just a … Read more