Category: Fitness

In 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, we’re given a truth that changes everything: “Haven’t you yet learned that your body is the home of the Holy Spirit God gave you, and that He lives within you? Your own body does not belong to you. For God has bought you with a great…

It's Not You Maybe you think you're a "food addict", and that's it's all your fault and if you just had more "self-control" and "willpower"... but what if I said, the problem is NOT you?! If you’re beating yourself up over relentless cravings, thinking it’s your fault or a lack…

Picture this: you’re at the gym, ready to crush your cardio. You hop on the treadmill, crank the incline to Mount Everest levels, and set the speed to “cheetah chase.” But there you are, clinging to the handrails like they’re your lifeline. Or maybe you’re on the elliptical, gripping the…

Alright, Leading Ladies, you’re rocking this fitness journey, and it’s time to level up! You’ve set your health and fitness goals, set a workout schedule, and been logging those cardio sessions, right? If you’re just joining the party, check out my previous fitness posts like, "Let's Get Physical: Becoming a…

Okay, let’s be real—some mornings, working out feels like climbing a mountain with a backpack full of bricks. Today was one of those days for me. I spent a solid 15 minutes arguing with myself: “Do I workout, or do I just skip it?” I had a crazy busy day…

Ever felt like your health goals are a fuzzy target, just out of grasp? I’ve been there, but here’s the deal: nailing your goals starts with laser-sharp focus. Well, maybe not the first thing—the first thing is to define what you want and why, believe you can nail it, then…

Want to hit your fitness goals? Monitoring your heart rate shows you how hard you’re working, encouraging you to push just enough without overdoing it. Tracking your effort lets you see progress, spot when you’re coasting, or avoid pushing too hard. Play smart, stay safe, and keep your heart rate…

A few days ago, I stumbled across an old blog post from over 15 years back. My kids are now grown, with little ones of their own, and while my struggles have shifted, challenges still linger—as I’m sure they do for you. Reading that post was a heart-tugging reminder to…

Rest is key to crushing your fitness goals. When you work out, you create tiny tears in your muscles—that’s why you might feel sore a day or two later. Rest gives your body time to repair those tears, making muscles stronger and fitter. I used to hate rest days, feeling…

Moving your body means burning calories—the more you move, the more you burn! It’s all about getting your heart pumping, and you don’t need a gym to make it happen. Everyday activities can torch calories and add fun to your routine. Below are calorie-burning moves for all fitness levels, with…