I am so excited to announce that I am upgrading and rebranding followmefit's online programming (formally OnDemand) to GOfit▶! If you're a long time subscriber, no worries, the basic elements of GOfit▶ will still be there for you, but you'll get so much more value! My hope in doing this is that those of you … Continue reading Introducing GOfit▶
On the Go
As most of you closest to me know, my second grandbaby is on her way soon! I am beyond excited and thrilled to get to meet this sweet little bundle of joy at some point during the month of April. God's creation is amazing and I have the deepest joy knowing that He is knitting … Continue reading On the Go
Spring
March happens to be one of my favorite months of the year!! It's that transition month that ushers in longer days, new life, and the warmer weather of spring. It's a great season of rebirth and renewal. It is the perfect time to not only do some home spring cleaning and closet purging, but to … Continue reading Spring
Luv Your Legs Challenge
Weight Room Bro Code states that friends don't let friends skip leg day. So I consider it my mission, as your friend, to do what I can to make sure you don't skip leg day either!! Leg exercises target some of your body's biggest muscles, including your glutes! By training legs regularly you will be … Continue reading Luv Your Legs Challenge
Hello ❤️ Gorgeous!!
This little rearview mirror sticker was a Christmas gift from a dear friend and I have to admit, it brings a twinkle to my eye and puts a smile on my face everytime I see it. Compliments are like that. They lift us up and make us feel good. Did you know that even compliments … Continue reading Hello ❤️ Gorgeous!!
Christmas Fitness Survival Tips
Christmas is here and you may be worried about your fitness progress taking a hit. It's a busy time of the year. Allow yourself some breathing room and do what you can when you can!! Below are just a few tips to help you survive... Give yourself permission to lower your exercise intensity level over … Continue reading Christmas Fitness Survival Tips
Are You Thankful for Who You Are?
How often do you look in the mirror and complain instead of giving thanks? I just want to remind you today that you are more than your flaws or your failures! You are a beautiful creation of God. He knit you together in your mother's womb (Ps 139) and created you to be who you … Continue reading Are You Thankful for Who You Are?
October Challenge
Breast Cancer Awareness Month is here and as always we are going to tackle it in FollowMeFit Pink Warrior style. We're shaking it up a bit this year and doing our first ever BINGO card challenge!! This is a FREE challenge and you're gonna love it! It's as easy as it sounds. You will simply … Continue reading October Challenge
Summer Recipe: Tropical Steel Cut Oatmeal
Those of you who really know me, know that summer is my favorite season. There is just something about the long days and the feel of the warm sun on your face, fresh garden tomatoes, and the lapping of a river current against a boat. Summer is the best!! Unfortunately, September is the month when … Continue reading Summer Recipe: Tropical Steel Cut Oatmeal
Let’s Talk Carbs
In the world of fitness and weight loss, carbs are made out to be public enemy number one. But restricting or eliminating carbs can actually have negative effects on our fitness efforts. Let's get to know carbs a little better to learn how to best serve our bodies. Carb Facts Carbs are one of the big three macronutrients … Continue reading Let’s Talk Carbs
Lazy / Crazy Days of Summer
Whatever happened to the lazy days of summer? There was a time when summer seemed to last forever and the days were long and full of sunshine and outdoor fun? I remember as a kid staying outdoors all day long, playing in the sprinkler, eating popsicles with neighborhood friends, catching lightning bugs in the dark, and making … Continue reading Lazy / Crazy Days of Summer
Can You Unload Your Car in One Trip?
Has your exercise regime left you strong enough with sufficient balance and coordination to get the kids (or the dog) out of the backseat while juggling several grocery bags and shopping items all the way into the house in one trip? If so, you have just experienced a non-scale victory!! Non-scale victories are fitness, life, and health improvements that result … Continue reading Can You Unload Your Car in One Trip?
Action Oriented Goals
If you google "goal setting" you're going to see a multitude of links telling you that your goals should be S.M.A.R.T. (specific, measurable, action oriented, realistic, and timed). I totally agree that this is the best way to set goals. But in my experience as a trainer, it is not always easy. The hiccup comes at … Continue reading Action Oriented Goals
AB-tastic April
I have heard your request and am pleased to announce that this month's focus will be on our Abs!!! What are the Abdominal Muscles? External and Internal Obliques run diagonally on your side and help you bend from side to side and twist your torso. Strong obliques help to support your back and improve your posture … Continue reading AB-tastic April
March Mindfulness
Is this true? Does the Bible actually say we can eat to the glory of God? Yep, that's what you just read in 1 Corinthians 10:3 above and what I'd like for us to focus on during the month of March. I believe some careful thought on this verse can help us put our sometimes twisted relationship … Continue reading March Mindfulness
February Heart Challenge
Skip to: Boot Camp News February is American Heart Month and the perfect time to work on our heart health and give our heart some extra love. We all know that, among other things, physical INACTIVITY is a risk factor for heart disease. But what are we DOING about it? Here's where our challenge comes … Continue reading February Heart Challenge
New Year – New Rear Challenge
There's no better way to kick off the new year than with a new rear challenge!!! This month we are going to focus on the REAR. Yep! You read that right. It's all about them glutes this month. This is a "just for fun" challenge. There is no prize (other than an opportunity to build … Continue reading New Year – New Rear Challenge
Where Do You Want to Be Next Year?
As we approach this busy holiday season, it's not too early to be thinking about next year. It starts with halloween candy and runs right into pumpkin spiced everything fattening & nice. It then glides through sugarplums dancing on every table, and it doesn't slow down or stop until we find ourselves in mid January wondering what happened to the gravitational … Continue reading Where Do You Want to Be Next Year?
Pinktober
Pinktober has been a long standing FollowMeFit October tradition. For years now we've worn Pink on Wednesdays and challenged ourselves to do hard things. But why? I'd like to tell you it's because I focus on helping women with their health and fitness so that they can live their best life and that breast cancer … Continue reading Pinktober
What to Do First
As I was doing my Bible study this morning, Philippians 3:16 jumped out and spoke to me. Philippians was written by Paul, and in the preceding verses (14-15) he is talking about pursuing the prize promised by God's heavenly call in Jesus. These beautiful verses paint a picture of actively running, striving, and reaching with a … Continue reading What to Do First
