Tag: bestrong

  • The Monster

    The Monster

    We all have a dark side. To deny that is to deny our very existence. Most of us are very well-rounded beings. That means that each and every one of us represents both sides of the coin; the good and the bad, the light and the dark, the right and the left. I do believe…

  • 10 Ways to Relieve Stress that AREN’T Total Bullsh*t

    10 Ways to Relieve Stress that AREN’T Total Bullsh*t

    This is not your cookie-cutter stress relief list; you know, the one that said take a bath and smell some fresh lavender and all your problems will go away? This list came from the need to see something more realistic. I’ve looked up natural remedies for stress on the internet and I’m tired of seeing…

  • Quick Personal Update && Vegas Vacation Pics!

    Quick Personal Update && Vegas Vacation Pics!

    Hey everyone! Tonight, just a short post to update whats going on with me! I was away for the weekend in Las Vegas and I had a wicked, much needed vacation. It was fun to dress up, see a couple of shows, and just let lose! I am, without a doubt, a very busy person.…

  • 20 Things You Can Do to Cope (instead of engaging in unhealthy strategies)

    20 Things You Can Do to Cope (instead of engaging in unhealthy strategies)

    Hey you guys! I hope everyone had a wonderful week. But just so you know, this post is more so for those who didn’t have such a wonderful week. I’m talking about the strugglers; the bad-day-ers, the self-sabotagers. Sometimes when we’re hurting we want to escape, and we all have different vices. Some drink, some get…

  • Food Prep is Paramount

    Food Prep is Paramount

    Well hello everyone! Today I want to touch on a subject that I am thrilled to discuss with you guys. First and foremost, who doesn’t love to talk about food? Secondly, food prep is so important when it comes to cultivating an efficient wellness routine, especially if you are working towards a specific goal. I used to…

  • Positive Influences: A Post about my Bestie: Bella.

    Positive Influences: A Post about my Bestie: Bella.

    If you aren’t already following me on instagram, I want to introduce you to my beautiful little bestie Bella. My whole life I have always wanted a dog. Last November, I finally realized it was the right time for me. I felt like I had so much love in my heart to give, and am…

  • Creating your dream core

    Creating your dream core

    Abs! I’ve been big on abs since before I even began this incredible journey. They were something I initially worked on during almost every workout. It took about a year, but my hard work did pay off!  Current ab situation, a little less lean than usual nut they’re under there! Defined abdominals aren’t for everyone,…

  • Idolize Yourself

    In the past couple of days I have been asked a few times: “who is your role model”? The short answer is: I don’t really have one. I used to idolize a few women in the fit community: Paige Hathaway, Dana Linn Bailey, Nikki Blackketter. Each one of those women is beautiful and strong. I spent so much…

  • Tips for a Healthier Vacation

    Hey everyone! I just had the pleasure of taking a trip to Mexico for my big sister’s wedding, which was absolutely phenomenal. Me, enjoying the last day on the beach! Since hopping on the wellness train, I hadn’t yet taken a vacation like this. All-inclusive resorts are amazing, but they also create certain conditions in…

  • First Check-in

    Hey Everyone! It’s time for my very first mid-month check-in! Being that this is the first month, my check in is a little late. Future check-ins will be as close to the 15th as possible. Nevertheless, here it is! Improvements: Obliques are looking solid, upper body is getting thicker. Current Focus: On my legs, which…