Between after-school activities, homework, and work commitments, finding time for a family dinner can feel impossible. Yet sharing a meal together—even just a few times a week—offers lasting rewards. Research shows that kids who regularly eat with their families enjoy…
Think of powerful reasons to live fit and healthy that go beyond the scale.
New routines reveal big results.
Top 10 client quotes of the decade from Iron Butterfly Pilates.
Clearing up conflicting information about stretching.
This past week I was challenged to meal plan and prep. Sounds easy enough; throw some meals on a calendar and voila... meal planning done!
Spotlight families making positive moves.
Eating well on vacation, plus staying energized and stress free.
Reading aloud to your baby is an important form of stimulation.
Many experts believe that sippy cups containing sugary beverages are responsible for the rise in tooth decay.
A new program for teens at The Mint Museum.
Because fitting in fitness on the fly is a necessity when you're a mother.
Between commitments, responsibilities, our boys, fitness, work, home life, etc., it's hard to concentrate on fitness.
Follow these how-to's to make the most of your trip to the farmers market.
How to get the results you deserve.
This was the official kick off week for the Fit Family Challenge and both families have done a great job.We worked together to clarify each person's goals in the previous week and took time to work on two topics with…
Packing your lunch for school or work not only saves you money, but it's also a great way to maintain a healthy lifestyle. To make sure your lunch is nutritious and balanced, be sure to include at least three of…
Family favorite pick-your-own farms.
Today is the day! As proclaimed by Governor Pat McCrory, April 21 is Fit Family Challenge day across the state. It's also the official kick-off of the 2015 Fit Family Challenge, a healthy lifestyle program created to get families out…
Today is the official start of the 2015 Fit Family Challenge and I started my day off in a big way, spin class at Flywheel @ 7:30am. If anyone has ever taken a spin class, you know that it is…
Ever have those days when you just can't sit still? Or your mind has so much going through it, you are constantly multitasking, not necessarily completing any one task before you have 10 things in motion? I'm the kind of…
Have you ever heard the expression "when it rains it pours?" Well for us... it was a category 5 hurricane! Last week started off with great intentions. I had the whole family eating breakfast together and eating healthy snacks in…
Stand-up paddle boarding is one of the fastest growing sports in popularity for good reason! An overall great way to achieve fitness and fun at the same time, it is a new experience every time on the water. One of…
I had the opportunity a couple of weeks ago to attend a seminar put on through Harris Teeter and Maureen Carlomagno, my Wellness Coach. The purpose of the seminar was to outline the benefits of Harris Teeter's online ordering service.I…
I am happy to report that both the McMaster's and the Bacon's are making strides towards building a healthier diet. Jessica McMaster admits that this week has been particularly challenging, however, she is now packing healthy snacks to take with her…
Charlotte-area doctors, dentists, chiropractors & therapists.
