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Hypothyroidism: What’s your cure? Heather’s personal story

Heather’s Story Heather was falling asleep at the wheel, but she lived a perfectly healthy life. In fact, a particularly healthy life: she ate a whole food diet, went to work as a personal trainer and taught yoga in the evenings. Somehow Heather found it excruciatingly difficult to keep her energy levels up, to the point where she was a hazard to those driving next her on the street. 3 years ago, Heather was diagnosed with hypothyroidism: … Continue Reading →

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Dear Heather, my yoga teacher,

Dear Heather, I hope you are doing well! I am finally settled into my new apartment and job in San Francisco. It’s been long overdue that I write you this letter because I’ve been wanting to thank you ever since I came to your first yoga class. I hope you can bare with me because I have quite a lot to say. There are a few people in this world that have really changed and impacted my … Continue Reading →

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A Healthy Resolution

A new and beautiful year is upon us and you’ve made yet another New Year’s Resolution. 2014 will be different, you promised yourself. Do you even remember last year’s resolution? According to a recent study from the University of Scranton noted in Forbes Magazine, only 8% of people succeed in completing their New Year’s Resolution. It’s a sad percentage, but I’m here to make sure you’re on the winning team when it comes to your health and … Continue Reading →

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Video: Why You Should Wear Your Retainers

Watch this video for the most interesting vlog advice yet! Wearing your retainers!  

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Hold Your Health Accountable…With Social Media.

Yes, you read it correctly, I’m talking about using social media to uphold your goals in health, fitness, and nutrition. People ask me “Gina, how am I supposed to do that!?” Dedicate one social media platform to your most important health goal. Want to work out every other day? Tweet exactly what you did and for how long. Just finished a Blogilates HIIT class! My body feels like jelly, but I feel Oh So Good! Want to … Continue Reading →

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Featured Guest: “How Fitness Changed My Life” A story about my friend Ash

Ash and I met on a study abroad program called Semester At Sea, where our university became a floating campus on a converted cruise ship. We got along right from the start and in my mind, he was known as the friendliest most humble guy, who was always lifting weights and encouraging others to join him. He never skipped a day and always had a positive attitude. I wish I had that kind of dedication and determination, … Continue Reading →

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Relationships & Weight Gain: 5 Tips

You’re in a great relationship with your man, but there’s one problem. Where did the muffin tops come from? For some, it’s the dinner dates, movies & popcorn, and attending every food fair and festival in town. For others, it’s lounging on the couch, cuddling in bed for hours, and having ice cream on a hot afternoon instead of working out. Understandable, especially when all those things help keep a relationship fun and exciting. So what should … Continue Reading →

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Video: Creative Oatmeal Toppings

Oatmeal is only boring if you make it boring! Here are 3 quick recipes & tips to spice up your healthy breakfast!

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Video: 5 Healthy Living Tips

I thought to myself…what are some things that I try to practice everyday that benefits the way I live my life. I shared 5 of my favorite ones with you! My puppy Bee has got a lot to say in this video too! 1) Practice good posture 2) Listen to you body 3) Drink a full glass of water 1st thing in the morning 4) Get 8 hours of sleep 5) Smile and stay positive!

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Video: 10 Min Butt, Arm & Abs Workout