Staying well-hydrated is essential for our bodies to function at their best. One of my ongoing health challenges is that I tend to get dehydrated, which often leads to headaches and low energy. My Nurse Practitioner has gently reminded me—more…
Tracking My Strength Training Progress: What Metrics Matter?
As I mentioned in my last post, I’ve added strength training into my weekly routine—but in a unique and energizing way: by teaching UPLIFT by Shine Dance Fitness. UPLIFT combines strength, cardio, and mobility into a fun, music-driven format designed…
Strength Training: An Experiment to Support My Dance Life (and Maybe Yours, Too!)
I love to dance. In fact, I dance for hours every week—teaching, learning choreography, and attending classes just for fun. It’s one of the best parts of my life, and I hope to keep doing it for many years to…
Hydration Experiment: What I Learned in a Week
This past week, I gave myself a simple but important wellness challenge: drink enough water. For the past few years, I’ve struggled with mild dehydration—especially in the form of headaches. If I felt thirsty at night or woke up with…
Hello world!
I recently celebrated a milestone birthday, and I’ve been getting a lot of questions—how do I have so much energy? How am I able to move with (mostly) no pain? The short answer: I’ve been incredibly blessed. Honestly, much of…
Hydration Challenge
Staying well-hydrated is essential for our bodies to function at their best. One of my ongoing health challenges is that I tend to get dehydrated, which often leads to headaches and low energy. My Nurse Practitioner has gently reminded me—more…