Direction Not Perfection

When I look for subjects to talk about in my podcasts, I search for topics that are in the news, current fads, seasonal changes and other issues that have an effect on the healthy lifestyle that my l…

A habit is a way of behaving that has been repeated so often that it becomes a regular behavior, usually done subconsciously. Have you acquired habits that aren’t helping you on your journey to be he…

Trisha Kroll, and her husband Alan, own and run “The Difference Maker”, a faith and character based, non-profit organization. Their mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of athletes b…

When I say Direction Not Perfection, I am not saying don’t try. I’m not saying don’t give your absolute best or stop striving to be the best version of yourself. There is a huge difference in the wor…

Just like our car, our bodies need routine maintenance, especially as they age. Our “check engine” light comes on and we know it is time to fix our routines and make some changes.

That might mean our…

Does your mind control you? Does it talk you out of workouts, help you find excuses or compare you to other more successful people? It’s time to take back control. The circumstances we find ourselves…

As an accountability coach I am here to give you inspiration and strength. I fill your tank with positivity and motivation and help you design personal goals to make the behavior and lifestyle change…

Welcome 2020.

With the thought of the perfect vision 2020 implies, it seems it should be clear how to proceed on our healthy lifestyle journey. Instead the year starts with contradiction for me. It i…

Celebrating is on everyone’s mind as we ring in the new year. With that celebrating comes eating and drinking old favorites and new things to try. We strive to feed ourselves and our loved ones food …

When you talk health and fitness, you cannot use a one-size-fits-all mentality. Just because something works for one person does not mean it will work for you. That is why I try to bring you informat…

Today I interviewed my Uncle Kevin. He has always had an active life and seldom sat still for any length of time. This fall while doing volunteer work he suffered an injury that would bring his act…

The holiday season is in full swing, bringing with it multiple parties, family gatherings and special meals. The tasty temptations are endless. Our energy and will power dwindle through the season …

As my move to Fayetteville looms closer, I realize that there are so many areas that are unfamiliar to me. I am outside my comfort zone and don’t know what to expect. How can I prepare for the unex…

Planning your day can help you to achieve your nutrition and fitness goals. However, if your plans include “when and then” statements, you are setting yourself on a dangerous path.

When I get my pain …

You don’t have to finish a whole sleeve of Oreo’s after a dramatic breakup in order to be labeled an emotional eater. Emotional eating is actually the act of eating without true hunger. When we eat b…