Managing my weight and playing an active role in living a healthy life has been a huge priority for me for a long time. So I’m really familiar with a lot of different diet plans and ideas, and have looked up any number of recipes – but they never work for me. They never workContinue reading “The Woes of Being a Milk Drinker”
Author Archives: Brina
Changing it Up
I’ve been doing kickboxing for almost a year now, and it’s still one of my favorite things to do. But even as much as it changes every time I go in for my workout, my body is starting to get used to it. To be honest, I didn’t think it was possible. But I wantedContinue reading “Changing it Up”
Undefeated
Do certain times of the year remind you of particular songs? That’s so true for me, especially around spring and summer. I hear a song and start to reminisce about the time of my life when that song or artist was really significant for me. I get hooked on a particular kind of music (currentlyContinue reading “Undefeated”
Medicine for My Mental Health
Today was a rough day at work, which is the norm these days. Not that this is uncommon for anyone, really – lots of people carry around a great deal of stress because of work. That’s one of the reasons why I love my workout routine. After work, at least three days a week, IContinue reading “Medicine for My Mental Health”
My Badass Name is Tsunami
There has always been a part of me that knew that “skinny” wasn’t really what I wanted. Even skinny girls have that “soft” look. I never wanted to be soft. Nothing makes me feel more powerful and more confident than wrapping my hands, strapping on my gloves, and walloping on a bag with all ofContinue reading “My Badass Name is Tsunami”
Walking it Off
There’s no shortage of information about how good for you it is to walk on a regular basis. There are even all kinds of walking routines and techniques to use it as a weight-loss tool. That’s great and all, but for me, I just enjoy walking. Plug in my tunes, put on my sunglasses (whichContinue reading “Walking it Off”
Routines
Keeping track of my food intake isn’t that big of a deal, whether it’s a week day or a weekend. But the amount of food I’m tracking does definitely increase. This weekend has been the first since I’ve started tracking my food and exercise again, and it’s been a challenge. Not having a normal routineContinue reading “Routines”
Finding Empowerment in “No”
I don’t like to be told no, or that I can’t have what I want. Who does? By nature, it feels like deprivation, and puts a negative connotation on whatever it is you’re saying “no” to. But in order to achieve my goals, I know I have to get used to “no,” and I canContinue reading “Finding Empowerment in “No””
Motivation to Keep Me Moving
I am probably among the best (OK, or maybe just the norm) when it comes to starting a new fitness routine or revamping my everyday habits to live healthier. The problem is, I’m also among the best (or the norm) at letting my motivation slip and losing sight of my long-term goals. That’s why everyContinue reading “Motivation to Keep Me Moving”
Relationship Weight
In Christopher Titus’ stand-up “Love is Evol,” he talks about relationships and “first date weight,” asking audience members to be honest with themselves – are they within five percent of their first date weight? This really got me thinking… About five months ago, I got into a new relationship with a wonderful man who lovesContinue reading “Relationship Weight”
Badass Is the New Skinny 