Motivated by Megan

Winter gets a bad rap. Hear me out....On Saturday December 21st at 4:19 am, we entered into the Winter Solstice. This marked the day the Earth's poles reached their maximum tilt away from the sun. It is know as the symbolic death but also the rebirth of the sun. While it appears that we are ... Read More about Winter Luxury

Last weekend, I completed my third half-marathon. I couldn't have asked for a better race. I ran a pace that was 10 seconds faster than I hoped for and was able to run nearly 5 minutes faster, overall, than I had in the fall. Major PR moment.  But as empowering as this run was, it was equal parts ... Read More about Recovery Season

When 2024 rolled around, I made some notes in my planner about things I wanted to try this year. If you are on social media, you know that the "must try" list can get quite lengthy. It seems like everyday there is a new amazing discovery that will change your life. Now, I am up for anything, but ... Read More about I Tried It: 30 Days of Green Juice

I am so stressed.In the past week, how many times have you used this phrase, or others like it? I am stressed, I am worried, I am anxious, I am scared, I am exhausted. Sometimes these words just tumble out. But what if I told you, that you aren't any of these things? You are simply human. And ... Read More about Solidarity of Spirit

2024. A new day, a new week, a new month, a new year. What significance does this hold for you? You may feel the urge to change. You may feel inspired to grow. You may feel called to begin again. It is easy to feel the pull of many voices. But which is your own? Over the years the external ... Read More about You are Already Succeeding

I am so excited to announce a new offering!30 minute Pilates Fusion classes.  The best part……you can press play right NOW!I have recorded 6 separate classes, and they have been uploaded to my website.  MONDAY - Iron Core a series of core-defying exercises incorporating a medium ... Read More about Pilates….Pronto!

Family traditions are an essential part of our identity. They do an excellent job of keeping us focused on the things that are truly important. Especially around the holidays, when it is so easy to get wrapped up in the hustle and bustle.My favorite memory from childhood, was the day we got our ... Read More about Paper Bag Stars

Running is a very interesting form of exercise. It is equally beloved and despised. I have been on both sides. I have definitely experienced the runners high. I have made lifelong friends along the course. I have tested my body, and won a number of times. But I have lost even more times. I ... Read More about How to Create a Running Practice

Virtual high-five to all my teacher friends out there. We made it! This year was one for the record books. And it culminated with the whirlwind, that was that past two weeks.My school is undergoing a major Capital Improvement Project and it required me to move out of my classroom. The funny ... Read More about That Familiar Conviction

Spring can be quite elusive in Upstate New York! But slowly, and I mean slowly, the chilly mornings have finally given way to warmer afternoons. Although complaining about the weather is a favorite pastime here, it really is miraculous to watch the seasons unfold. For me, each transition acts as ... Read More about Bargain Bunnies

The other day I was at the salon, and found myself semi-eavesdropping on the conversation at the next booth. The woman was talking about her weight-loss journey and the different fitness programs she had tried. My stylist quickly interjected "Talk to Meg, she knows all about this stuff." Ahh.... ... Read More about Are You Willing To?

The time between Christmas and New Years is my absolute favorite.I love that there is a dedicated time each year to reset. I love getting a new planner. I love a new workout routine. Intentions, resolutions, journaling, meditation, meal prep, supplements, hydration, skin care - I love it all. I ... Read More about The Most Important Nothing