Fitness

My name is Sharon and I have a confession to make. I can no longer button my pants. The fact that I am a personal trainer and cycle instructor makes this an even more difficult confession. I should also mention I’m getting married at the end of the summer. I don’t consider myself a vain person, but a girl likes to look good for her wedding. Rather than fighting frustration, or blaming my washer and dryer, I decided to follow the advice I give people every day. I’m going to work with a personal trainer. Join me over the next six weeks as I travel this exciting personal journey. I will share my experiences, successes, and pitfalls (there are bound to be some) along the way. Through my journey, find something that inspires you and make it yours.

A respite from daily life benefits everyone. A week or two away can do wonders to replenish the mind, spirit, and body. Be sure not to escape the healthy lifestyle you’ve worked so hard to maintain …

Although winter is typically associated with weight gain, summer has its own opportunities to put on the pounds. Here’s to effective workouts, nutritious eating, and some cheat days …

Lost attempts at living the good life in summer’s past might lead to approaching this one with trepidation. Overbooked schedules, vacation logistics, and attempts at accommodating everyone’s activities don’t set the stage for lazy days in the sun. Avoid summer stress and celebrate the season of vacations …

Don’t lose your cool this summer because of seasonal pests. Skeeter syndrome, sunburn, swimmers ear, and other annoyances don’t belong on your vacation. Here’s how to deal with these sometimes unavoidable intruders …