I’ve been thinking a lot lately about how we often judge health in our society strictly based on size and weight. I hope you don’t mind, I’m going to get personal here for a minute to prove that it just isn’t true. 13 years ago, as a freshman in college, I was at the lowest…
Coconut-Lime Crack Bars {no-bake!}
I was searching for some yummy Paleo dessert recipes, when I found these {Coconut Crack Bars}. They are super delicious plain, but I love them even more with the addition of a little lime essential oil. The coconut-lime flavor combo is to die for! Coconut-Lime Crack Bars {makes 8 small bars} Ingredients 1 cup shredded…
Chocolate Zucchini Bread
I’ve gotten so many questions recently about doing the Feel Great in 8 Challenge while eating a Paleo diet that I decided to give it a try. {Click here if you have no idea what that means – I had to look it up the first time someone asked too :)} I’ll definitely tell you…
Polar Heart Rate Monitor {GIVEAWAY!!}
I have mentioned more than once, that it really does mean the world to me when I see you guys excited about and sharing the Feel Great in 8 Challenge! Your referrals are truly the greatest complement you can give me. And really, it is absolutely thanks to all of you that the challenge has…
Winner’s Spotlight {Matt M}
1. How did you and your body change during the challenge? I did not see a big difference in my outer appearance, but saw significant results inside! I was about 5’11” and 168 pounds when we began the challenge. What often surprised others was that I was ‘pre-diabetic’ and my cholesterol levels were really high,…
Prize Money!
First, here are a few basics you need to know… * Prize money amounts vary from challenge to challenge based on the number of participants. I can’t guarantee a certain amount of prize money and I don’t know the prize money amount for each challenge until registration is complete. * I reserve the right to…
Feel Great in 8 – For Beginners
I know the challenge can feel overwhelming at first, so I’ve been working to get everything clearly spelled out for you. It’s a lot of info, but I hope it helps make each piece seem doable. Take a deep breath, know that I am here for you anytime you need anything, and take it all one step at a…
Fight Fat Talk
Words are powerful. Let’s make sure they’re positive. Have you guys seen this new video from Special K called “Fight Fat Talk”? I’m not going to lie, I’m not a huge fan of the cereal or the diet plan that tells you to eat cereal for multiple meals a day, but I am definitely on…
On My Book Shelf
I’m a serious bookworm and always have been, so I am always looking for new uplifting books to add to my shelf {or lately, my iPad or my phone}. For Feel Great in 8 Challenge points, you can definitely read an ebook and listening to an audiobook counts too. With 4 little ones, listening to books while…
Addiction Avoidance
Addiction: a condition that results when a person ingests a substance or engages in an activity that can be pleasurable but the continued use of which becomes compulsive and interferes with ordinary life responsibilities, such as work or relationships, or health. I think too often we think of addiction only in relation to drugs, nicotine,…