Family Fitness

Back in my college days I dated a guy who was very much into everything outdoorsy. He liked to camp and hike and it wasn’t unusual for us to load up his truck and head to this off-the-beaten path spot for some overnight camping. Although the relationship ended, I learned a lot about camping and …

Yoga for kids gives them the same physical and mental health benefits that adults get. Introduce them to a world of relaxation and confidence. While I’ve never had to be extricated from a yoga pose gone bad, I can assure you that I am no yogi. However, I love the stretches and how relaxed and …

The benefits of walking are immense. Are you taking advantage of them? Can’t run? No worries! Walking is a great alternative and a heck of a lot easier on your body.  After two knee surgeries, I remember feeling lucky that I could even walk, because for a while there it was iffy. Unfortunately, for many …

Snow days are awesome days for family fitness fun! In fact, you can burn so many calories that the hot chocolate and cookies that you have when you come inside won’t even phase you! If you’re stuck wondering how to make the next snow day one that your entire family enjoys, check out the five …

There are two kinds of moms in this world:  You either love working out with your kids or you run from it.  Sometimes literally.  If you’re feeling a smidge guilty that I’m going to call you out for being the former, rest assured, I am right there with you, sister.  Working out with kids was …

I am not a playground kind of mom.  Now that my kids have gotten older, it’s not so much of an issue, but I have never liked taking the kids to the park. My anxiety ramps up to about a bazillion and the only thing I can think of is, “How soon is it until …