Extraordinary - One Step At A Time
Life Questions You Don’t Want to Ask
On an almost daily basis, I ask Coach Tammy about things I would not necessarily have the nerve to ask anyone else. Things that happen with or to the human body but don’t necessarily make sense, if you get my drift. The first installment of this blog series is definitely one I’ve wondered about but never heard discussed other than people automatically saying “that’s so gross!” Read this week’s blog to find out what is on my mind!!
How Dry I Am!!
Living in the 2nd least humid city in the US, Whole Coaching has had to learn to deal with the lack of moisture. We have mostly adapted and compensated but the dry skin continues to plague us intermittently. This week’s blog will cover some tips for getting your skin back in fine form.
Capitalize on Good Relationships
My doctoral research was on relationships and how that can affect the work of the team as they plan for the future. Today I would love for us to look at your relationships and how to capitalize on what is already good or, as we like to say at Whole Coaching, how to move from ordinary to EXTRAORDINARY—and who doesn’t want to make things even better when small changes can yield big dividends?
Hot Stuff!
Lately I have been thinking about peppers and I thought I’d investigate some of my burning (pun intended) questions about these fiery fruits. And of course, I thought it all very interesting and blog-worthy. So if you agree – read on and hopefully you will learn a thing or two about peppers.
When Someone Makes You Crazy
In this two-part series, I will address how to build a better bond with your team – especially at work – but first I think we have to address that one person who always seems to find your last nerve and then manages to twist it tight, stomp on it and even, sorry to say, use it against you. In this week’s blog, When Someone Makes You Crazy, I’ll give you some strategies to stay sane and maybe even win that person over!
Creative Cardio
Here at Whole Coaching we recommend a minimum of 300 minutes of heart pumping cardio activity each week. But how do we make sure it continues to be effective? Stimulating? Sustainable? This week’s blog will share with you some of the ways to keep your cardio exciting and productive!
New Year, Old Me!
Over the past couple of weeks I’ve heard “New Year, New Me” often enough I feel my blood pressure rising now when people say it. Maybe I’m showing my age but I don’t feel the need like I did in my teens, 20s and 30s to attempt huge changes because the calendar flipped a new year or everyone else says it’s time to try something new. What say you? Let’s take a moment to celebrate 2023 and the old you – and me!
Stay Healthy to Welcome in 2023!
This is a repeat of a blog we wrote for Christmas 2021 - it has some good tips within to help you stay on track (or get back on course) with healthy eating and regular exercise. Whole Coaching would like to thank you for being a loyal reader of our blogs and for all your support over the past few years. Wishing you a Merry Christmas and all the best for a healthy and happy 2023! ~ Coach Mary and Coach Tammy
Walk It Out!
Don’t let weather (especially cold) stop you from getting your cardio even if you’re traveling over the holidays. No matter where you are or what you’re doing, take a set of clothes and appropriate shoes so that you can WALK IT OUT! This week’s blog will give you a few tips for staying on track even if traveling or weather is less than ideal.
Think Before You Shake
If you follow Coach Mary on Facebook – you will know we spent last weekend in Minneapolis. And we had a blast!! But I recall waking up each morning with a very dry mouth and puffy hands. Why? Eating out and consuming too much sodium. I appreciate how much control we can have over our food by cooking at home where we can regulate important ingredients such as sodium and fat. In this week’s blog, we tackle the topic of sodium - why we need it, why we don’t need too much and how to find the right balance in your diet.
Whom Should I Tell?
Sometimes when you hear a song or the name of someone that you love, a flood of memories washes over you at the most unexpected times and places. This happened to me recently recalling the song “I’ll Go Tell Mary” recounting the story of Mary telling Elizabeth about her pregnancy and the visit that they had. Let’s take a moment to eavesdrop to hear their honesty in unbidden secrets this week in our blog. Maybe you, like Mary, wonder Whom Should I Tell?
There IS Soup for You!
There is something about a steamy bowl of soup on a cold day (yes – it can even get a bit chilly in Arizona) that warms you from head to toe! In this week’s blog, we offer a few tips for cooking soups the whole-food plant-based way! Read on to learn how you can create a lovely creamy soup that is low-cal, dairy free and so very tasty!
Have I told You the Secret?
I know people that have no secrets. Literally. If it comes across the screen of their mind, it is blurted out of their mouth. Immediately. Do you enjoy being around these people whom have no secrets? I don’t either! But there is a secret so good that you do need to share it and it’s the topic of this week’s blog, “Have I told you the secret?”
An Ounce of Prevention - Part 7: This Could Save Your Life!
Cancer is the second most common cause of death in the U.S. Early detection and innovative treatments are curing cancer and helping people with cancer live longer. At the same time, independent risk factors linked to developing cancer are being identified to help prevent people from developing cancer – and prevention has been the focus of our most recent blog series, An Ounce of Prevention. We conclude this series with the topic of screening for cancer – it really could save your life!
An Ounce of Prevention - Part 6: Have You Had Your Shots?
Since 2003, Merriam-Webster announces a word of the year which provides a glimpse into the minds of those using its resources. The words often reflect events that happened during the year. Not surprising, the word of 2020 was pandemic. What was the word of the year for 2021? Well, what intervention allowed us to begin to get back to “normal” following COVID? You guessed it – the word was VACCINE! Vaccinations are an important part of preventive care and are the topic of this week’s blog, Have You Had Your Shots?
Out of My Butt An Ounce of Prevention - Part 5; The importance of colon cancer screening
Raising children, there were inevitable conversations about bodily functions, including the rather challenging ones like menstruation and yes, poop. Boys seem especially attracted to this subject. I think partly because it’s a function done in private but more so because bringing this up in front of one or both parents can cause automatic embarrassment and squirming that the child finds profoundly amusing. The one thing Jr. can do that accentuates this squirming is he can pass a loud fart to make the point. Combining the two might push Mom “over the edge”, reddening the face and immediately changing the subject. But feces is a necessary and helpful topic to address, especially as we consider healthy output and screening for preventative health. Read more as we address “Out of My Butt” in this week’s blog!
An Ounce of Prevention - Part 4: Brain Games
Memory loss can be common as you age: for some it seems to happen sooner. As people live longer, cases of dementia related illnesses rise…or do they? While the evidence is inconclusive thus far, there are several things that seem to help you potentially avoid Alzheimer’s Disease. Read what you can do to reduce your risk in this week’s blog, Brain Games.
An Ounce of Prevention: Part 3
What is the largest organ in the body? You might be thinking you have a pretty big brain (which I’m sure you do) – but that is not the correct answer!!! Actually… it is your skin. Yes, skin is considered an organ. Because it covers such a large area – it is prone to a wide range of diseases which is why prevention and early detection are so vital. Healthy skin is the focus of this week’s blog. And read on to find out what the connection is to the dog in this photo!
An Ounce of Prevention: Part 2
True or false? “A dog’s mouth is cleaner than any human mouth.” Read this week’s blog which is the second part in a series on preventive care to find out the answer! In this blog, you’ll learn about the importance of good dental care to ward off many systemic diseases.
An Ounce of Prevention: Part I
If you follow Whole Coaching you know that we are interested in preventing disease but also advocate engaging in a lifestyle that allows you not only to survive but to thrive! In addition to living a healthy lifestyle, it is important to seek out preventive health care. Over the next few months some of our blogs will be devoted to discussing preventive care that you can initiate to help keep you on the road to good health as you move from ordinary to extraordinary. Kicking off this series is preventive eye care!