It snowed for about 30 seconds in my little village this week before the 50 degree weather changed the snowflakes to raindrops. We are now 2 months and 22 days away from Christmas! My mama has a new favorite saying: good stress is still stress. I think winter - Christmas especially - is the most... Continue Reading →
Practical Stress Reduction
Back in the spring when I was taking an AEMT class, I was looking forward to fall when I would be able to focus on projects around the house, playing with new recipes, and focusing on fitness. Now it's fall, and my calendar is completely booked until nearly Christmas with Thanksgiving being the only day... Continue Reading →
5 Reasons You Should Try Yoga
Yoga is a powerful vehicle for change. As you build strength you start to believe in your own potential. - Tiffany Cruikshank I will be honest. I am one who used to roll my eyes at yoga. Yoga days in P.E. were nap days. Yoga pants were pajamas. It was some pagan practice. Then I... Continue Reading →
Short and Sweet
I was asked to try out a new gym for a week; of course, I said yes. Now, I have been working out 4-5 days per week on average for the last year. Before that, it was 3ish days per week for several years - including CrossFit! Before that...I was a high school athlete. I... Continue Reading →
Women in EMS: Part 1
Disclaimer: This is not a political article nor will I allow it to become one through the comments. It is simple facts and observations about the women who work in EMS and how our health and fitness come into play in this field. I tried to come up with a catchy title for this... Continue Reading →