2017 was epic.
This year was about me. Me loving myself and serving myself. Why? Because the world needs the best version of me.
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It is International Boss's day!!
In addition to giving my world class boss (dad) a kiss on the cheek, I am taking a moment to think about the "Boss" mindset that I seek to inspire in my own life in my own business, "ivey baker The Woman, Incorporated."
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In case you haven't heard. It is going to be the next Harry Potter. Dungeons, dragons, magic... the whole nine. Didn't know I was a Potter fan did you? Just kidding... I am NOT creative enough for that. It's about the subject matter that I know best ...
Read MoreHow has it been almost two months since I have written on here?! Life moves too fast. These last two months my life has been full of excitement and hard work! we are creating a lot of heat here in charlotte! Here's a summary of what I have been up to...
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As a health coach, I am frequently working with individuals on meeting their goals, which vary greatly from person to person. We often get into conversations outside of exercise and diet and delve into issues related to work, stress, family dynamics, marriage, sleep and personal finances. Reason being, the other issues are commonly what caused the struggles related to diet and exercise.
Because this is something I do on a daily basis at work, I am going to try to, hit on little “life hacks” that I follow to help keep my mind in check. Let’s call it my ...
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I am the best version of myself when I am in training mode. I have spent long stretches of time in this space.
I exercised until I gave birth and was back in the gym The day the physician cleared me for exercise. I bring the heat during my exercise sessions. But, I have been out of training mode for a long time. So long that I am somewhat terrified to jump into this 16 week training plan that I have put together. However, I am also almost giddy about it. When I am training, I do not mess around...
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Every night (around the same time) Before I lay my little babe down to sleep, I turn on some lullaby music, he sips on some milk, I recite "Goodnight Moon", we say a prayer together, he gets cozy in his dark/cool room and is off to bed. There are some lessons to be learned from that little stinker and his sleep ...
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I do not stress easily. There have been times in my life where some would ask, "how are you so calm right now?" and my response would almost always be, "do I have a choice?"
The single most common thing that stresses me out is when I think about time and how I am using it. I fear wasted time. I fear looking back on my life and wondering why I did things the way that I did and what an enormous waste of time it was. I fear running out of time. I fear missing the "season" or a missed ...
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There are many benefits of a strong and toned abdomen; better athletic performance, improved posture, increased libido, higher self confidence and improved ...
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Because of my age and place in life, I have a lot of friends that are either pregnant or have little ones at home. Something very tough is for a twenty or thirty something with a nice shapely body to say, "Yes, I am ready to gain 30+ pounds and temporarily wreck havoc on my body to give birth to a child." First time mothers just are not fully aware of the time commitment and responsibility that comes with a little one and the fact that your body is going to be called upon at all hours of the day and night. The greatest lesson I have learned, as of late, is that you must be strong to conquer this next phase in life ...
Read MoreHate is an ugly word. But I really hate excuses and, even more, I cannot stand an unwillingness to ...
Read MoreI think that I currently have four different groups of girlfriends or moms that are trying to plan a girls night/wine night over a 10 day time frame + bachelorette weekend wedged in the middle. At what point should I call AA?
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I hope that everyone had a wonderful holiday season with family and loved ones. With my sister’s wedding in early December, I feel as though we have been on a non-stop celebration Train these last few weeks! I am truly a blessed ...
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What an exciting week ahead...
It is THANKSGIVING (my favorite holiday of the year) and my 10 year high school reunion?!?!?!
On one hand it feels like an eternity since I graduated from Providence High and on the other hand, it feels like it was just yesterday that all of my Nerdy theatre friends joined me at my house to celebrate our futures! It's comical... I basically have not changed... I still look 17.
Read MoreThese days, Eli and I are watching a lot of Sesame Street. I am reminded that I am married to the real life Cookie Monster... My husband loves chocolate and all year long there are Toll House cookies and Butterfingers in my house.
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Building a workout: Part 1 - Power Moves
One of the most frustrating elements to exercise is knowing what to do. You have the dedication to show up at the gym, but do you have the knowledge to know what to do when you get there?
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My desire to teach was inspired by many things... But most of all, I loved what group fitness did for me personally and I wanted to return the favor. It taught me resilience, perseverance, patience, focus, leadership, attention to detail, teamwork. I wanted to be an advocate in my community for living a healthy, active life and after all of my experience being in front of people (high school theatre and film class) I dove head first into teaching while in college. I loved what group fitness brought to the table; camaraderie, encouragement, competition, instruction, a positive environment, upbeat music, accountability...
Read MoreA little different but here it goes. Since you are inside my head already, you will hear the Cheat Codes song playing as I am writing this...
Read MoreBeing a planner, it is in my nature to always be thinking and looking ahead. When I was a 16 year old junior in High School, I wanted to be 21, independent and free to make my own decisions. When I was 21 starting out as a business woman, I wanted to be 40 with years of experience under my belt so that people would take me seriously. Always wanting to be somewhere I wasn't.
Read MoreI have read a COUNTLESS number of books and research about food and it's impact on your body. As I'm sitting here looking at my bookshelf, to name just a few...
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