LISA’S BLOG
Ube anyone?
Have you ever heard of an Ube? I am late to the game and just discovered this purple yam. I love it! It has a nutty taste, is bright purple and a joy to eat! Here are some benefits: Ube, a purple yam native to the Philippines, offers a range of benefits beyond its...
Community
Having a community of women exercising together brings numerous benefits that go beyond physical fitness. Such groups foster a sense of belonging, support, and empowerment among participants. Here are some of the key reasons why it is important to have a community of...
Credibility
I got to thinking the other day about aging and different stages of life. I'm about to turn 61 in a month. That year flew by! Remember my birthday transformation year? Well now that's a year later that I finished that! I learned a lot during that time, and...
Find your strength
I went skiing on Friday morning and it was fantastic! What made it even better wasskiing with a good friend that I've known since 6th grade! We had the best time, andmarveled at how, at age 61 we could still tackle the mountain! It felt WONDERFUL!(albeit COLD!)I...
Surviving the Holidays!
What's your plan for surviving the holiday season? Now is the time to have a strategy for dealing with all the food and drink! Avoiding overeating during the holidays can be a challenge, but with some mindful strategies, you can enjoy the festivities without going...
Rear View Mirror
What is the purpose of a rearview mirror? When driving, it allows you to see things behind you. When backing up, it allows you to see any obstacles that might be in your way. It is a very useful tool in the car. HOWEVER: What don't you see when using it? You don't...
She who DARES
I have a shirt that reads "She who Dares"As I am in my 60th decade now, I've been thinking a lot about overcoming fear.It's so easy to get trapped in our lives, going about the day to day, and justbeing in default mode. It takes courage and effort to step beyond and...
Day 365
Well this is the end of one chapter and the beginning of another decade!! WOOHOOO~! What a year! What a previous decade! Well the day has arrived! I am 60 and in a new decade! How do I feel? I feel FANTASTIC! I feel so fortunate at this stage of my life and so...
Day 364
Today my husband and I took a long bike ride, about 2 and half hours all around. It was a gorgeous blue sky day with a little wind, really perfect for bike riding. So much fun, and a great workout! Last workout before I turn 60 tomorrow!!
Day 363
Today I didn't work out, but what a fantastic day with my children, grandchildren, sons and daughter in law and my husband! They surprised me with a birthday/mother's day fun day at Lucky Strike bowling lanes in Philly. It was so wonderful to be with my family and...
