Early in the history of this space, I felt compelled to chime in on the issue of meal prep. It’s something most of us have struggled with at some time or another. No matter where you are in life, your journey, spiritual walk, or whatever you may be navigating, at some point, you must stop… Continue reading Meal Planning and Prep: Small Steps to Success
The Fundamentals on the Road to You Have you ever had a plan, good intentions, or a thought that centered around self-improvement of some sort, but just couldn’t get yourself moving on the right track? I thought so. Most of us have. Very often, always in fact, when I meet people in my profession, the… Continue reading Back to the Basics
I’ve been away for a while. Don’t worry, it was all good things that kept me away. Nevertheless, I feel it’s been long enough that it wouldn’t hurt for me to reintroduce myself and chat more about what it is that I’m trying to do with this space. I’m Joi. I’m a southern girl and… Continue reading Let’s Get Reacquainted
I am a self-proclaimed anti-dieter. I promote health, fitness, and weight loss if needed. But, pretty please and thank you, let’s not use the “D” word. In all seriousness, is diet truly a four-letter word that should be cast from your vocabulary and into the fiery pits of hell??? Maybe…and maybe not. If… Continue reading Why You Should Go On A Diet
Do you have aspirations, hopes, or dreams? Have you ever worked towards something with the hopes of improvement? Have you ever dedicated hours to the pursuit of a goal and then missed the mark? I thought so. We’ve all been there. I wanted to touch on this subject because it’s certainly related to the over-arching… Continue reading Setbacks: Lessons in Disguise
Time is fleeting and this realization comes with age. But, goodness, this year has flown by! I can hardly believe that as I’m writing this, we’re less than 48 hours from 2019. Like most everyone else, I’m eager to establish new goals, resolutions, and intentions. But, first, I’d like to take a few moments… Continue reading Year in Review
"It's the Most Wonderful Time of the year!" I really do love the holiday season. Really, I do. But, let's face it, the traditions, familial obligations, and social interactions can get quite stressful and draining if we're not careful with our space and commitments. Besides setting clear boundaries and protecting yourself by saying no when… Continue reading 5 Healthy Ways to Destress Without Spending a Dime
When I was a kid, I had a vision. I could see the me of the future. I would be thinner, more outgoing, involved in fun activities, and radiating happiness. I had three older cousins who I truly admired. They were cool and their lives seemed so interesting. I remember thinking in my 10-year-old head… Continue reading SMARTer Goal-Setting for the Win!
*The following journal was recorded previously and shared at a later date* I cannot tell you how many times I've been hanging out in a group setting and someone has apologized to me for what they're eating. Time and time again I've heard, "Oh, I know you don't eat [insert decadent dessert or rich and… Continue reading Sneak Peak Into the Food Diary of a Fitness Professional
First things first: I am the anti-dieter. I mean it. I've done enough diets over the years that I can guarantee their uselessness. It's a sure thing. Bet on it. Take it to the bank. You get the drift... But, realistically there are times when something must be done to drop a few, or quite… Continue reading How to Lose Weight Without Trying (Well Barely Anyway)
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