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Things I’m Doing to Better Take Care of Myself in 2021 (and you can too)!

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Wow, 2020 may actually be over by the time you are reading this. What a weird, disheveled, frustrating and sad year it was. Some have lost so much – lives, family members, loved ones, businesses, jobs, justice, hope. . .

Despite the it all, 2020 has also provided shining moments of kindness, support, patience, understanding and love.  So, I plan to kick off 2021 with focus on the shining moments and ways I can be part of the collective positive vibe, not the negative. Positivity starts with self-love and self-care – so I’m sharing a few things I’m in January to take care of myself (so I can better take care of others). Continue reading →

Three Ways to Age Less and Do More! How to Minimize Age-Associated Cellular Decline

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This post is sponsored by Celltrient™, however all opinions, anecdotes, and enthusiasm are my own.

It’s so rude, but true. Starting around age 40, and picking up speed in subsequent decades of life, our body’s cells start to become less efficient. This time-related deterioration can start to have a noticeable effect on strength, energy and resilience beginning in middle age and beyond. Jennifer Fisher, thefitfork.com Celltrient Strength formula for cellular support and healthy aging

As a master athlete in my 50s, I have begun studying and implementing methods to slow down my body’s aging process. Read on to learn three ways I’ve been minimizing Age-Associated Cellular Decline so that I can stay strong and healthy to keep reaching my goals and living my best life. Spoiler alert: 1) Diet, 2) Exercise and 3) Supplements!

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Strategies to Survive (and Thrive) Through the Holidays with Watermelon

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This post is sponsored by Watermelon.org, however all content, comments, and enthusiasm remain mine.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, queue the music! The holidays are finally here, and by incorporating watermelon into the Thanksgiving through New Year’s season, the time is something even more joyful (and juicy) to celebrate.  Strategies to Survive (and Thrive) Through the Holidays with Watermelon -- don't miss these great tips on how in incorporate watermelon into the cold-weather season and holiday celebrations while keeping your healthy, wellness and nutrition in mind! For more watermelon ideas, visit thefitfork.comSome may associate watermelon with only the warm-weather months, but I’m here to spread the good cheer – watermelon is an amazingly versatile and economical fruit that can be enjoyed 365 days a year. In fact, watermelon is a super delicious and decidedly healthful way to bring family and friends together and make memories wherever you may be gathered. Read on to find out my strategies to survive and thrive through the holidays with watermelon.

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Week of Immunity-Boosting Lunch Recipes for Working at Home

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Times are changing and you may find yourself working from home for the time being. My big question as noon approaches, “what’s to eat”?!  Even though many lunch outings have been put on pause and shelves are sparse at the store, doesn’t mean that the mid-day meal needs to be cancelled! Immunity Boosting Lunch Recipes for Work at Home Lunches -- easy and use pantry staples

A satisfying lunch not only provides a break from the work grind and fills your belly, but the right choices can help to boost your immunity, too! Check out the easy, immunity-boosting lunch menu I’m making for myself and my husband (who’s working from the kitchen table all week). Most of the base ingredients immunity boosting recipes are staples you can plan ahead and stock in the pantry, freezer or produce bin. Continue reading →

Cell-abrate Aging Well as an Older Athlete with MitoQ

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Disclaimer: This post is sponsored by MitoQ. However, all thoughts and opinions are my own.

It’s 2020, a new year and a new decade and I’ve decided to be smart and refresh some of my workout energy and recovery strategies. Wasn’t it Einstein who quipped that the definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting a different result? Well, he’s smarter than me – so I’m switching things up and “cell-abrating” being an older athlete.! 

MitoQ CoQ10 antioxidant support to the mitochondriaRead on to find out how I’ve added MitoQ, a supplement that delivers CoQq0 antioxidant support to the mitochondria (the “power plants” or “batteries” of your cells), to my daily routine as a smart way to support healthy energy levels, mental focus and overall wellbeing.  Continue reading →