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6 Simple Tips for Flat Abs That Don’t Involve Crunches

Now, while I’m not after having a six pack? I would like a flatter tummy. So I’ve looked and looked for tips for flat abs and not the same old, same old. I don’t want to do crunches, or variations on crunches, for hours. They’ve never been my favorite thing. I recognize that they can be effective, but I need variety in my home workout. It’s why I incorporate yoga into my home workout. But what else can be done? How to Target Your Core While there are certainly core exercises that you can do at home, it goes beyond just doing exercise. Yes, exercise is important and it’s definitely a factor. But it’s not the ultimate key to getting flat abs. If you’ve tried…

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4 Easy Fat Burning Breakfast Ideas to Start Your Day

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We’ve talked a bit about how having healthy eating habits will really set the stage for your overall health. And this is true. What we eat has a lot to do with how we feel. So today, let’s take a look at these 4 fat burning breakfast ideas to start your day. Now you may be thinking- but who has time for breakfast? Trust me, even though you may be tempted to skip it; breakfast is important. In fact, I would encourage you to make it one of your health and wellness goals. I will be the first to admit to it- this is definitely one of those areas that I could improve on. So yes, I need to practice what I preach. I’ve tried…

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11 Signs and Symptoms of Postpartum Depression

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Though the topic only seems to get attention when a celebrity comes out to talk about it, like Brooke Shields or most recently with Hayden Panettier, postpartum depression is a very real thing. And I think it’s unfortunate that it takes a celebrity sharing their story for people to really start paying attention to any sort of mental health issue. As someone who has struggled with clinical depression, I realized that the reality of postpartum depression happening was very real. After having Squeaker and V, it wasn’t something that I dealt with but after the birth of Sweet B- postpartum depression hit me big time. I’m not sure why that would occur with one pregnancy but not the other two. Or maybe it was just…

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10 Healthy Foods To Have In Your Kitchen

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Your overall health and wellness will usually start with what you eat. Sure, there’s more to it (how much sleep you get, level of activity, etc.) but it usually begins with your overall diet. Now, when I’m talking about “diet” I don’t mean the restrictive kind. There are many different kinds of diets that you may have heard of. But, in this case, it just means your general food intake and relates to the standard American diet. You can start taking steps towards a healthier diet without sacrificing, simply by incorporating one (or more) of these healthy foods to have in your kitchen. And be sure to check out more of my health and wellness tips for moms for further guidance. Living longer is about…

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6 Ways to Spring Clean Your Life

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When it comes to spring cleaning, most of us just think about how we can spring clean our homes. And that’s great. But have you ever thought to spring clean your life? Spring cleaning your house or apartment is incredibly important. You live there, after all, and you want it to look nice. Spring cleaning can also be a great stress relief. I’ll be the first to admit, that when I’m in a bad mood- I clean. I also like to bake. And there have been many a batch of cookies to go along with a sparkling kitchen. But did you know that this is also a good time of the year to clean up your life? By now, those who make diet or health resolutions…

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5 Easy Ways to Stay Healthy and Fit as a Family

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This post was sponsored by Boys & Girls Clubs of America as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. With kids spending more time playing video games and less time outside playing, it is no wonder childhood obesity and juvenile Type 2 diabetes is at an all-time high. If you like to exercise, get your whole family involved. Not only will it create some good family quality time, but it will instill good fitness habits in your kids. Here are 5 easy ways to stay healthy and fit as a family. Studies show that people will keep up an exercise or fitness routine if they have someone to do it with. What better way…