Move Over Martin Luther. My Reformation Will Come from the Pilates Reformer.

Six months ago, I made a public vow to get myself back in shape down to the cellular level.  How am I doing?  Honestly, I am not where I wanted to be.  I did make some behavior changes.  I started working out 4 days a week doing mostly power yoga with instruction from my favorite [...]

A Sad Farewell to the King of Fitness, Jack LaLanne

On January 23, 2011, beloved Jack LaLanne passed away at the age of 96 due to respiratory failure caused by pneumonia.  He died surrounded by loved ones and in his home in Morro Bay, California. He lived an exemplary life, devoted to his health and his family while inspiring countless others to get moving and [...]

13 Concepts to Master for Better Health

You probably already realize that good health is your golden ticket for living your life to the fullest.  With healthcare costs rising exponentially, the need for personal accountability and preventative measures is greater than ever.  But where do you start?  There are so many websites, doctors, and experts pushing their “magical potions, pills and cures”, [...]

I am Getting Healthy Down to the Cellular Level. Want to Join Me?

Recently, I came across an expired driver’s license from 2007.  It was a good hair day, I looked 20 pounds lighter and a few years younger. The photo inspired a longing to get in shape and reminded me to track down my old hairdresser, Jose Niera, from the very chic Parker Hotel in Palm Springs.  [...]

Understanding the Label on Your Protein Supplement

Photo Credit: Kim Bauer, Chocolate Protein Shake Recently I wrote an article called The Straight Scoop on Using Protein Supplements to Optimize Nutrition, in which I introduced you to the basics of using protien as a nutrition supplement. Maybe you have decided you want to incorporate a high quality whey protein into your lifestyle.  You may have even considered [...]

The Straight Scoop on Using Protein Supplements to Optimize Nutrition

detect invisible Whether you are a body builder trying to “get ripped”, a housewife trying to lose weight, or just interested in learning more about nutrition, you may have noticed a lot of buzz (and controversy) about protein.  It certainly plays a vital role in our health.  But when was the last time you stopped [...]

Why Reducing Your Sugar Intake Could be the Most Important Step to Lose Weight.

detect invisible I am on a mission to improve my focus.   I mention this only because I have been analyzing every major area of my life, from my health, fitness, wellness, finances, business and relationships to determine the vital few things I can focus on in order to make massive improvements or changes in each [...]

The Great Organic Agave Nectar Controversy: To Use or Not to Use. That is the question.

  Do you have any idea how long it took me to find an alternative to sugar that tasted good and was “non-toxic?” For the last six years, I have (proudly) recommended organic agave nectar to everyone I know.  I was flabbergasted when I recently read this headline from a highly trusted natural health guru, Dr. Mercola. [...]