Three snow covered mountain peaks

Hiking Anthracite Pass Trail in Colorado’s Crystal River Valley

There are many wonderful hiking trails in this section of White River National Forest, but the Anthracite Pass hike has taken a top spot on my list.

Complete Your Exercise in 40 Minutes with the Jog Walk, No Gym Required

I’m the person who would rather curl up with a book (and some cookies), than get on the treadmill.  My doctors have told me that exercise is my medicine, and I need it every day.

A misty view of the Pacific from the Main Trail to the Hillside Trail

Hillside Trail and Muir Woods National Monument

If you are a hiker of modest ability, continue on the Main Trail a couple of miles, and you will leave the crowds behind.

30 Days of Health and Contentment: Day 19, Power Yoga

I can personally attest to the harm caused by persistent, elevated levels of cortisol.

30 Days of Health and Contentment: Day 12

Don’t be tempted to skip yoga days because it doesn’t feel like “real” exercise (I sometimes do). Remember, we want a holistic approach.

Spring beauties hide close to fallen leaves in the soft earth

30 Days of Health and Contentment: Day 11

Don’t feel like eating any of those healthy choices, but that bag of potato chips is looking good? I probably don’t need to connect the dots for you.

photo of Black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta)

30 Days of Health and Contentment: Day 7, Planning Your Meals, and Veggie Wraps

If I could only pick one aspect of our 30 day plan, I would pick exercise.

photo of ironweed plants

30 Days of Health and Contentment: Day 6, Is “Gluten Free” a Good Thing?

There are people on all sides of the gluten-free debate, but what does the science tell us?

30 Days of Health and Contentment: Day 5, Invest in Yourself, Tracking for Health

Schedule the things that make you happy, just as you schedule any chore.

30 Days of Health and Contentment: Day 3, An Easy Kale Salad, Plus Filet of Sole

If you backslide, forgive yourself and start again.

30 Days of Health and Contentment: Day 1, Tips for Starting, and An Eggplant Recipe

Instead of just watching television, take at least thirty minutes to do something you enjoy.