Running isn’t rocket science. One foot in front of the other at a quick rate. Easy peasy. But, to run correctly and prevent injury? That’s the hard part. After coaching several couch to 5k running groups, I’ve picked up on the most common misconceptions and how to decrease your chance at injury. Gear Shoes Proper […]
My family loves to snow ski. We all ski, even my youngest who is five. She started when she was three! Our favorite place to go is Snow Shoe, West Virginia, but there are plenty of other resorts within a day’s drive or shorter that are great. If you have never been, I suggest enrolling […]
Many a New Year’s resolution is centered around fitness. If you have any doubt, just look at any store ad during the month of January: all workout related gear is on sale. There are a lot of great forms of exercise out there, but if you’re looking for something adventurous, look to the big top. That’s right- think […]
Dear Neighborhood Barre, I wanted to take a moment to make official what others have known for a while: I love you. I love that you are a workout that makes me feel not only healthy, but strong. Class is hard enough that I’m constantly challenging myself and my body, but is easy enough that […]
There are various motives as to why we exercise. Many women use this expenditure of calories for stress relief. A getaway of sorts from the grind and gristle of daily life. Those hangnails like the washing machine quitting mid-spin, the overdraft fee of a check you thought had cleared, or the eleventy-nine choruses of “Mom, I’m […]
Everything you need to know before taking your first class at NEIGHBORHOOD barre. First and foremost, showing up is half the battle, so we have created this step-by-step guide to make the other half a little easier for you. Starting with expelling common myths about barre class. You do not have to be ‘SKINNY’ or […]
Whole 30. So you’ve heard the buzz, but what is this “diet” that everyone is talking about? ::Insert eye roll here:: Surely it’s just another ridiculous program, right?! Think again sister! This 30 day program eliminates common food allergens (grains, dairy, refined sugars, legumes and alcohol) and focuses on real, unprocessed food to help create […]
A few nights ago my little family of four was finishing up dinner when my daughter pushed her plate away from her and declared that she was done. I looked at her and said, “Honey, you’re not finished – you haven’t eaten your broccoli yet and that is what makes you big and strong.” She’s […]
You’ve got to know where to go before it happens! Ah, spring. You and the kids are actually home for a change. You’ve got the window open, enjoying the breeze. The kids are out playing in the yard with their friends. Their laughter floating in. Dinner is, miraculously, in the oven. You allow a small […]
Many of us consider the new year a clean slate and vow to take our workouts, diets, and budgets to the ultimate level in hopes of having a better year than the one before. Unfortunately, life often gets in the way and those resolutions easily fall by the wayside by the time February rolls around. […]
It’s that time of year again! The time to be jolly and check off that gift list for family and friends once for all! We at Knoxville Moms Blog want to encourage to shop locally this holiday season with local Knoxville businesses by featuring them in our 2015 Knoxville Holiday Shopping Guide! We’re featuring some […]
I am married in a heterosexual relationship. I have a career. I value family. Pssst…guess what? I am a feminist. Yep, me. I don’t fit the “profile.” (See the below L. Nicols comic.) Nevertheless I am a feminist. No lie…there is reluctance in announcing this because I can anticipate the judgment. Being a feminist these days is […]
