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body image fwords to live by fwordstoliveby Mar 19, 2025

The first day of spring is here, and with it comes a fresh start, new energy, and a reminder that growth is possible at ANY age. 🌿✨

If you’ve been waiting for the “right time” to prioritize your health, this is it. 🌞 Winter excuses are out. Spring motivation is in. It’s time to shake off the sluggi...

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aging fwords to live by fwordstoliveby strength strength training Mar 12, 2025

Strength is a Gift, Not a Given

So often, we focus on what we wish our bodies could do, instead of celebrating what they already do for us daily—carry us through life, lift and love on others, and give us the ability to move, grow, and thrive. That strength is a gift.

đź’Ş Can you lift a little heavi...

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f word to live by fwords to live by fwordstoliveby mindfulness mindset Mar 05, 2025

Aging is not about disappearing. It’s about stepping into who you are meant to be with power, wisdom, and joy. But society tells us otherwise, doesn’t it? It whispers that we should fade into the background, that youth is the goal, that beauty is defined by a number on the scale.

I call B.S. on tha...

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belly fat bloating fwords to live by fwordstoliveby Feb 19, 2025

This week let’s focus on Melt Your Middle-approved foods that will help you feel lighter, more energized, and confident in your favorite outfits. These are just a few of the delicious foods my clients are enjoying during our Melt Your Middle Challenge. Here are the best foods to banish belly bloat:

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fwords fwords to live by fwordstoliveby Jan 15, 2025

While most women go into a weight loss or fitness program looking to shed some pounds, we know the number on the scale shouldn’t be the only focus. Sure, it’s one measurement of fitness, but it doesn’t tell the whole story. 

That’s because fat loss isn’t the only thing you need when you want to bui...

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25 Predictions for Health & Wellness in 2025 2025 fwords to live by fwordstoliveby new year predictions Dec 24, 2024

Here are the 25 predictions for the health and wellness industry for 2025. 

  1. Personalized Nutrition
  • DNA-based diet plans will become mainstream, offering tailored advice based on genetics, metabolism, and microbiome.
  • AI-Driven Fitness Coaching
    • Artificial intelligence will provide real-tim...
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    The REAL Reason You Gain Weight Over the Holidays fwords to live by fwordstoliveby holiday eating Dec 01, 2024

    Since August I have been working to heal my leaky gut. This has been through an adjustment of supplements, careful food combining, longer fasting window, dry brushing, all the “rules.”

    But the game-changer for me? It wasn’t what I was eating. It was my state of mind. 

    Here’s what science tells us ...

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    dressing fwords to live by gratitude women's fashion Nov 27, 2024

    The simple act of getting dressed each day is often overlooked as a mundane routine. But what if we approached it with intention, viewing it as an opportunity to express gratitude and set a positive tone for the day? When we get dressed with an attitude of gratitude, it transforms the way we feel, a...

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    dressing fwords to live by fwordstoliveby what not to wear women's fashion Nov 19, 2024

    Over the years of working with women, I’ve discovered a few things that women should NEVER wear because it doesn’t look good on any of us. I’m not going to put you down (like some of those reality shows) but hopefully lift you up. Here goes – What Not to Wear -EVER.

    1. Too Many Hats. Wearing more th...
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    booty workout chris fulkerson fwords to live by fwordstoliveby Nov 12, 2024

    If you are looking to boost your health, performance, and even daily comfort, it’s time to pay attention to your glutes! These powerful muscles don’t just make a difference in aesthetics – they play a crucial role in movement, stability, and injury prevention.  Here is why strengthening your glutes ...

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    fwords to live by fwordstoliveby nutrition facts Nov 06, 2024

    People eat a lot of cereal. I get it. When my girls were little it was:

    • Quick and convenient
    • Affordable
    • A good snack 
    • Sweet and nostalgic

    But today we know better. Or at least we should. I’m spilling the beans on the truth about what cereal companies claim as heart healthy.

    🍯 The Truth Abo...

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    Stylish (and Cozy) Halloween Fashion Tips for the Fall Season fall fashion fwords to live by fwordstoliveby halloween dressing Oct 30, 2024

    Here are some stylish and cozy Halloween fashion tips for the fall season that offer a festive touch while keeping comfort in mind:

    1. Halloween-Inspired Color Palette
    • Incorporate autumnal tones like burnt orange, deep purple, rich burgundy, and classic black for a Halloween-inspired look with...
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