Category: Fun

Join the "No Shame Summer" Movement and LOVE your body!

These two started the movement! Thanks Andriana and Jason!
How often do you find yourself saying negative things about your body?  Once per day?  5 times per day?  20 times per day?  We all do it.  Our bodies are amazing vessels and are awesome, but we constantly tear ourselves down, mentally, because something about our bodies doesn’t live up to the standard that we... Read more »
By Melanie Bolen,
May 28, 2014 at 1:20 pm
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Holiday Party Survival Guide

Holiday Party Survival Guide
A lot of people tend to put their own health and fitness on the back shelf over the Holidays… claiming no time, no control, or simply no care.  Well, I’m here to tell you that it’s ok to have fun, but I encourage you to not let everything go down the pooper.  I have some... Read more »
By Melanie Bolen,
December 10, 2013 at 7:35 pm
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New Webcomic Promotes Fitness Awareness And Education

New Webcomic Promotes Fitness Awareness And Education
It’s becoming more and more apparent every day that fitness and wellness are important topics that should be discussed, but it seems like we continually fall short no matter how hard we try (or we are distracted by fads or gimmicks).  Besides being a fitness professional, I’m also a self-confessed nerd (and many people have... Read more »
By Melanie Bolen,
August 14, 2013 at 2:55 pm
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The Superhero Fitness Challenge Returns To C2E2!

The Superhero Fitness Challenge Returns To C2E2!
Last year the Superhero Fitness Challenge made a splash at C2E2 (Chicago’s BEST Entertainment and Pop Culture convention) by being the only health and fitness related booth there!  People engaged in our fitness challenge and earned great prizes!  We brought an excitement for living healthier lives into an area where it’s been pretty non-existent up... Read more »
By Melanie Bolen,
April 12, 2013 at 3:11 pm
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The Benefits Of Working Out With A Partner/Buddy & Great Couples Fitness Ideas

The Benefits Of Working Out With A Partner/Buddy & Great Couples Fitness Ideas
It’s no brain science… having an accountability partner with exercise and nutrition is VERY valuable.  If you are part of a couple (married, relationship, siblings, or even simply friends) you will find great support if you can get the other person on the bandwagon with you!  So, rather than fall victim to the same ol’... Read more »
By Melanie Bolen,
February 12, 2013 at 3:25 pm
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Create a Fitness Dream Board For Success!

So, it’s the New Year, and perhaps you’ve started your journey towards a NEW YOU?  If the answer is YES I HAVE, then this activity could be something FUN for you to do.  It’ll also give you a visual goal to keep in front of your face at all times, reminding you of what you... Read more »
By Melanie Bolen,
January 7, 2013 at 4:21 pm
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Do You Track Your Workouts For Results? Stop Wasting Your Time...

… and by “stop wasting your time,” I mean that you are wasting your time if you aren’t tracking your progress and results. All too often I see people going to a gym, or doing a home workout, and just throwing their bodies around not really knowing what they did, what weight they were really... Read more »
By Melanie Bolen,
October 23, 2012 at 3:49 pm
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Love YOURSELF on Valentine's Day

Love YOURSELF on Valentine's Day
Valentine’s Day is often viewed as a day when you are supposed to/required to buy your loved one flowers, candy, dinner, etc.  Then, all the single people huff and puff about being single (I’m single, I can say that, right?).  Well, I think that’s silly!  I view Valentine’s Day as just a day of love,... Read more »
By Melanie Bolen,
February 14, 2012 at 4:13 pm
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Valentine's Day Gifts For The Fitness Lover In Your Life

Valentine's Day Gifts For The Fitness Lover In Your Life
Are you burnt out on flowers and candy?  Does your significant other really like exercise and/or physical activity?  Well, here are some ideas for gifts for your fitness lover!  While I feature mostly pink images in this blog, keep in mind that many of these suggestions are, indeed, unisex  😉   FOR THE YOGI IN... Read more »
By Melanie Bolen,
February 7, 2012 at 12:59 pm
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Superhero In Training...

Superhero In Training...
When I was a little girl I always looked up to strong female figures.  At the time, that figure was She-Ra and the various characters on She-Ra.  I was always inspired by warriors.  Just when things looked bleak, they seemed to pull through and win the fight.  As I got older, my sights started to... Read more »
By Melanie Bolen,
January 23, 2012 at 3:26 pm
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