Category: My Fitness Journey
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From Crutches to Chicago: Why Your “Physical Emergency Fund” Matters More Than a Summer Shred (Ep. 006)
Read More: From Crutches to Chicago: Why Your “Physical Emergency Fund” Matters More Than a Summer Shred (Ep. 006)We’ve all been there. It’s a mundane Monday night, you’re doing a routine chore, and suddenly—pop. For me, it wasn’t a heavy deadlift or an epic mountain hike that took me out. It was the gap between the grass and the sidewalk while I was taking out the trash. One minute I’m a fit, online…
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Should You Work Out While Sick? The Ultimate Decision Checklist 🤒💪 (Ep. 005)
Read More: Should You Work Out While Sick? The Ultimate Decision Checklist 🤒💪 (Ep. 005)We’ve all been there: you’ve finally hit your stride with a consistent workout routine, and then—bam—you wake up with a scratchy throat or a pounding headache. The internal debate begins: Do I push through and “sweat it out,” or do I stay in bed and risk losing my momentum? In this episode of Strength for…
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Fitness Journey Over 40: Finding Your Path to Strength (ep. 004)
Read More: Fitness Journey Over 40: Finding Your Path to Strength (ep. 004)Join me, Debbie, as I share how to navigate your fitness journey over 40. From imperfect action to simple assessments, learn how small steps lead to big strength.
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Imperfect Action Beats Perfection (ep. 003)
Read More: Imperfect Action Beats Perfection (ep. 003)Embracing Imperfect Action: My Path to Progress in Fitness and Life In a world that often glorifies perfection, it’s incredibly easy to get stuck waiting for that “perfect” moment to finally start. In this episode of Strength for the Journey, I’m diving into my own struggle with perfection paralysis and sharing how taking imperfect action…
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Running Towards Strength: My 3 Year Goal (Ep. 001)
Read More: Running Towards Strength: My 3 Year Goal (Ep. 001)Introduction: As I approach my 48th birthday, I have set an long term goal to complete a half marathon in under three hours before I turn 51. This isn’t just about the race itself; it’s about creating a sustainable fitness journey that balances strength training and running while enjoying the process. In this article, I…
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My GLP-1 Journey
Read More: My GLP-1 JourneyAs a personal trainer and nutrition coach for the past few years, I’ve dedicated myself to guiding others on their paths to healthier living. Now, I’m embarking on a new and deeply personal journey, one that requires me to be transparent and vulnerable. I’ve begun taking GLP-1 medication for weight loss, and I want to…
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Ultimate home or office bodyweight workout
Read More: Ultimate home or office bodyweight workoutDo you want to get stronger? Are you ready to try strength training, but you are not sure where to start? It is easy to overcomplicate things. This feels especially true in the age of social media. We see all sorts of people doing all sorts of crazy things to try to lose weight and…
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Calorie Cycling for Weight Loss
Read More: Calorie Cycling for Weight LossAre trying to lose weight? Did you find this article by searching about calorie cycling for weight loss? Then hopefully you already know you need to be in a calorie deficit. In order to lose body fat, which is what most people mean when they say they want to lose weight, you need to eat…
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My Sustainable Weight Loss Plan
Read More: My Sustainable Weight Loss PlanThe author embarks on a 10-week sustainable weight loss plan, promoting calorie deficit, consistency over perfection, nutrient-dense food, movement, strength training, and measuring progress. They stress on monitoring weight, body measurements, and clothing fit, encouraging others to join and seek support for a successful transformation. The plan emphasizes long-term changes and gradual progress.
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Tucson Half Marathon Race Report (2023)
Read More: Tucson Half Marathon Race Report (2023)The post details the author’s experience of participating in a half marathon. Along with Stefanie, the author walked the race due to an injury. The challenging race pushed their limits, and Stefanie decided not to repeat it. Despite the difficulty, the author ended with a resolve to improve performance, train more consistently, get faster, and…
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The 20-Minute Strength Shift: How to Stay Consistent When You “Don’t Have Time” to Work Out
When you say “I don’t have time,” what do you really mean? Let’s start here: if your life is full, your life is full. No shame, no arguing with the calendar. But in my experience coaching real life people through real life seasons, “I don’t have time” usually means something more specific, like: That last…
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The Teacher’s Summer Safety Net: Stay Consistent Without Losing Your Summer (Ep. 010)
Summer can feel like the ultimate reset button. After months of routines and responsibilities, freedom is tempting. But if part of you worries that summer will undo your progress, you do not need a strict plan. You need a simple summer safety net that keeps you steady, even when your schedule is different. If you…
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Level Up Your Fitness: Why the “Hard” Stuff Gets Easier (Ep. 010)
If tracking your food feels hard, you’re not broken — you’re building a skill. In Episode 009 of Strength for the Journey, I share a real-life story (yes, involving an unexpected tax bill) that reminded me of something I see in fitness all the time: what feels complicated at the “beginner level” often becomes simple…
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