As we approach the holidays, some of you may already be thinking about your health and fitness goals for the new year.  I’m here to encourage you that by making a few changes, starting now, you can be on your way to having … read more

No doubt about it, we are very complex. With different pasts determining our outlook on life, different personalities and body types, we all face a variety of challenges. It is my experience from years of counseling that most of our … read more

This is the time of year when many people are making New Year’s resolutions. For most, these resolutions are earnest attempts to change. Unfortunately, most people don’t realize they’re setting themselves up for failure. A New Year’s resolution promises gain, … read more

Slack Now—Pay Later During the holidays it’s important not to slack off on workouts! Find creative ways to get the exercise you need. For instance: Squeeze in shorter workouts with greater intensity levels. Take the stairs, park in the back … read more

Decisions, Decisions, Decisions We’ve already touched on the subject of “deciding before you go.”  This is such an important step and a very real deterrent to gaining weight during the holidays. So, before attending any social event, ask yourself this … read more

Indulgence Boundaries I realize that part of the fun of celebrating Thanksgiving and Christmas is having those once-a-year family favorite foods. Rather than deny yourself completely, set boundaries. Decide what indulgences you do not want to go without. Then, have … read more

It can sometimes be a challenge to balance the demands of the Christmas season and stay focused on the things that really matter—things like celebrating the birth of Jesus, recognizing His love and presence in our lives, and having memorable … read more

Here are the final strategies for keeping the weight off during the holidays.     3. Focus on relationships.  I think it’s important to remember holiday parties and family get-togethers are filled with much more than just fattening foods. What about partaking in … read more

Last post I began telling you how the Lord has shown me a few simple strategies to help maintain my weight throughout this season, and I know they will work for you, too!  Here’s another one. 2. Never, never, never … read more

Let’s face it—Christmas is a busy time of year. But, as believers, we realize the importance of maintaining our spiritual fitness—no matter what season we are in. We understand if we don’t keep ourselves spiritually fit we can give the … read more