Our bodies are a marvel. Our brain’s innate stress response system is there to help us recognize when a situation is dangerous and needs to be dealt with. The term “stress” originated from physics and related to physical pressure, or stress, being placed on an object and causing it to change. In our fast-paced modern times, […]
The Ketogenic diet is growing in popularity, with many people swearing by its practices for weight loss and health. However, when it comes to a vegan diet, eating keto can be incredibly hard. A typical keto diet is often based around high-fat animal foods, like meat and dairy products. But it is entirely possible. You […]
With Memorial Day behind us, the pools are open and summer weather is here, especially here in the South! In fact, I don’t even remember Spring. Over the weekend, I had the opportunity to participate in 10k race here in Richmond, sponsored by a fantastic organization, The Richmond Road Runners Club. The Stratford Hills 10k […]
In honor of Skin Cancer Awareness Month, we want to lay it on thick (pun intended) when it comes to your education around sunscreen. We hope to answer your questions and gear you up for a healthy and safe summer, so here goes: Sunscreens Explained. Do you understand how sunscreens work? What does it mean […]
If you have been a fan of Focused on Fit over the years, you are probably wondering where we have been these last few months. I think you can all relate – sometimes life just gets in the way – of even your favorite things, your passion projects. We apologize for going dark for so […]
Seriously, we are less than 2 weeks to Christmas, and well into Hanukkah. It’s funny, our son started telling us all about Hanukkah this week, and what does he remember most? You get a gift everyday for 8 days! Regardless of what you are celebrating, there is some shopping to be done! During our last […]
It’s that time of year. 2 weeks to Christmas! Cue – shopping madness. I’ve always been a procrastinator and holiday shopping is no exception. On top of that, I am not the most thoughtful gift giver, but I always have aspirations of watching my loved ones unwrap the perfect gift from me. This year is […]
Who’s having cranberry sauce on their Thanksgiving table next week?? Well, if you raised your hand, you will be consuming one of the most amazing superfoods. Not only is this tiny berry one of the most vibrant berries around (I simply love them as decor during the holiday season), but they are chock full of […]
Thanksgiving is quickly approaching, and with only 2 weeks away, we finally have our plans coordinated with family. Hands-down, it is my favorite holiday, as I have mentioned in the past. Not only is the entire holiday focused on food and eating (you guys know I plan my whole day around my next meal), but […]
Are you a serial dieter? Have you tried the 21-day Fix, the Whole30, Atkins, South Beach, a Ketogenic diet, even Paleo? Are you still struggling with weight loss? Well, the latest craze could be your simplest diet yet – Intermittent Fasting (IF). Countless doctors and health experts are hanging their hat on Intermittent Fasting for […]
Now that school is officially back on in the state of Virginia, I think many of us parents are ready to get back to our own routine. Let’s face it, we all function better on routines. From the time we are infants (yes, we followed the Baby Wise Method for sleep scheduling with both kids), […]
With so much on my plate lately, I often find myself stressed, anxious and just a bit snippier to my loved ones. Why am I able to be kind and happy with all the strangers and acquaintances I interact with all day, yet when I get home, I am often the grumpy version of myself. […]