Hello Beautiful People!!!   This post is coming at you a little later than usual.  My kids went down with the stomach flu on Sunday evening so I’m playing a little bit of catch up this week. This past weekend, I participated in a time trial with my swim team.  This is a “mock meet” … More Pre-Race Nerves, Weekly Workouts & Meal Prep

It is my belief that two vital components to success are FLEXIBILITY and ADAPTABILITY. I’ve found that when I’m flexible with respect to altering my plans to accommodate unforeseen circumstances and adaptable to creatively resource my other options, I’m better equipped to stay on track with the least amount of stress related to changing my … More How Flexibility & Adaptability Are Key to My Success

Stress happens.  Life sometimes feels like we are remedying situations and solving problems continuously as we move through a day to day routine.  When we decide to make positive healthy changes to alleviate tension in our lives, the day to day strains don’t just disappear.  Rather, life carries on.  Furthermore, our intention to make those … More Dealing with Stress, Weekly Workouts, & Meal Prep

This time last year, I wrote a Facebook post reflecting on 2016.  In a word, it was hopeful.  In an emoji, it was this one. 😬 2016 was a pursuit of survival.  A daily quest to wake up and breathe through pain, smile despite my heavy heart, and to be the best mother I could … More The Best Year of My Life

Good Morning!! It’s Sunday afternoon and I’m catching up on my blog posts!  These past couple weeks have been so damn busy with work, kids, workouts, life, etc. Even though life has been busy, my workouts and training are a non-negotiable item in my life.  Physically training my body contributes to my personal balance. In … More Weekly Workouts, Meal Prep, & Mind Body Balance

Hola!!! I met my girlfriend and fellow mom-lady-boss-unicorn-woman at the gym on Saturday for a workout.  We both were hustling kids to the gym daycare and had 1 hour to get a good workout in.  We proceeded with a no-bullshit-get-to-work attitude.  We got an awesome workout in (see below for details) and as one friendly … More Weekly Workouts, Meal Prep & The BEST Compliment I Received

A common question I’ve been getting is, “Do your kids eat your meal prep?” My answer is: SOMETIMES. Depending on the day and the mood my kids are in, my kids will for the most part try everything I’ve made.  I make slight modifications, for example – omit spicy sauces and garnish items (if there’s … More Weekly Workouts, Meal Prep & Feeding Little People