Browsing Category

Fitness

How to test for Diastasis Recti

I can’t even express how thrilled I am that I finally found a diastasis rehab program that works! My gap is getting smaller and my core is getting stronger. So exciting!  I’ve only been trying to figure out how to fix my mommy tummy for six years…since Joe was just a tiny little guy.  (Side note: My baby isn’t a baby anymore. Sniff.) There are two questions popping up almost…

Continue Reading...

This week’s workout plan and a diastasis update

Since declaring my intention to “just do something” a few weeks ago, I’ve been doing much better at fitting in exercise. Not perfect, but better. I’ve realized that a busy lifestyle plus having an autoimmune disease means I need to plan ahead but also leave wiggle room for unexpected events and unpredictable health. So here’s my plan for this week: Monday, Wednesday, Friday – Go to the gym before school…

Continue Reading...

Pray. Run. Unite.

We don’t know what to do.  We want to do something.  Start here… Pray. Wear a race shirt (any race shirt). Run.   Boston, we’re with you.  

Continue Reading...

Just do something.

I’ve been trying to figure out how to get back into an exercise routine.  What should it look like?  What kind of workouts should I start with?  Should I unfreeze my gym membership, and how often should I go?  Should I workout in the morning or afternoon?  Should I train for a race?  How should I start? Gah. Too many questions. Then I realized the answer is a simple one.…

Continue Reading...

My Diastasis Confession

When my original diastasis post gained traction in the land of Pinterest, I set out to find an expert.  I found the delightful Wendy Powell of the MuTu System and she answered all of our questions.  I presented her to you as the expert because I believe in her program, her methods, and her expertise. Many of you have returned asking how my progress is going since starting Wendy’s program. Umm….. To…

Continue Reading...

How to stay on track by personalizing your fitness experience

As we celebrate National Nutrition Month with a focus on personalized healthy eating styles, it’s important to remember that our fitness plans should be personalized too. What works for you might not work for me, and vice versa. The key to sticking with a healthy activity is to find something you enjoy doing. The type of exercise you’ve given up in the past may not be the right fit for you. If…

Continue Reading...

Muddy, bruised and smiling – My LoziLu experience (and a giveaway)

Two years ago my health was at it’s worst.  One year ago I painfully walked a 5k for charity.  Saturday I finally had my comeback race.  The one I had been waiting for.   And you know what?  It felt good.  Really good. Nine of us ran, climbed, waded, dove and slid through 3 miles of dirt and mud as “Team Inspired” in the LoziLu Women’s Mud Run.  We finished…

Continue Reading...