"The greatest wealth is health." - Virgil

As an ACE-certified group fitness instructor and yoga teacher, I don't just write about health and fitness - I live and breathe it every day. I love getting people off the couch and helping them sweat and stretch their way to good health. Browse my website for the latest in health and fitness news and parenting tips, or join me in one of my weekly classes.

Blog Posts:

The Hidden Risks of Multitasking

Why Yin Yoga Is a Must for Type A Yogis

6 Steps to Sleeping Soundly
Published Magazine Stories:
The Hidden Risks of Multitasking
Why Yin Yoga Is a Must for Type A Yogis

People are naturally drawn toward what they like and enjoy, so it’s no surprise that high-energy, hard-driving yogis tend to do strenuous, faster-paced Ashtanga-style yoga classes – often in a heated room, so they can warm up quicker, sweat more and get their heart pumping faster. By applying the ancient…
6 Steps to Sleeping Soundly
Letting Go – Unexpected Sounds and Sensations in Yoga
6 Ways to Clear Out the Clutter
How to Overcome Disabilities through Yoga
The Secret to Long-Term Weight Loss

If you’re looking for the maximum calorie burn, high-intensity aerobics is the go-to fitness activity. A vigorous one-hour swim will burn around 700 calories for the average 160-pound person. And going on an hour-long fast-paced run can burn a whopping 850 calories or more. Compare that with a typical Hatha…