Oh hey! This is an ongoing blog series sharing my favourite tools, tips and truths related to health, fitness and wellness. My take, my perspective and my experiences. We all wear many hats these days so these will be from the perspective of me as a mom, an athlete, boxing coach, personal trainer and entrepreneur…
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It’s our anniversary and don’t worry, this won’t be sappy mushy post. Rest assured, the love is still as deep as the mushiest out there. So it begs the question: Is there something to be said for being married this long? Is there a secret or tea to spill? December 6, 2020 we’re celebrating 23…
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It’s December 2020 and it’s a big month in our family. Anniversary, two birthday’s and of course the holiday festivities and the reality this year is that it will be very different but I’ll add, it’s what we make of it right? AND, if you’re in Toronto or Peel region Canada, you’re also in lockdown…
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When my family is racially profiled, I take action. Earlier this year I vowed to no longer be silent and on Saturday November 14th when I got home around 2pm in the afternoon to very confused 8-year-old and pretty pissed off husband, I had to stand by my word. This story needs to be shared,…
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With so many supplements out there, how do we know which ones are the right ones for us? Some days I look at all my vitamins and supplements and two thoughts spring out at me: I’m in the wrong business and I need a sponsor! To answer the “how do I know which is for…
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I get told often I have lots of goals and make many personal challenges. It’s always in a positive context and it makes me feel really warm and fuzzy on the inside when people say this trait of mine really inspires them. I’ll be honest, I set even more goals this year! They keep pushing…
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My girl. I celebrate her each day. I am grateful and honoured to be her mom. I asked for and prayed for a child and I received her. Strength beyond measure. Smarts and swagger that you can’t teach. Beauty inside and out. She is a proud girl and she makes us proud each day. She…
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Is all the rage and uproar really about hair though…? Let’s talk about it. I’ve been following an issue, that I would deem a crisis for the Clicks SA group of companies. Click here for full story but in summary – a Tresemme ad was placed on the company website describing a black woman’s hair…
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Fact: August 9th is National Women’s Day in South Africa. This year women (and yes men too) across the globe supported by running for change. I ran my 10km in Sudbury, ON, Canada with my family supporting and cheering me on. Quick share here – I had this piece ready the same week Jacob Blake…
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Last week I ran three consecutive km’s. Twice I may add! By EOW I aim to be at 5km. I’m recovering from a knee injury and due to COVID, suffered way too long before I could see a physiotherapist. Healing has seemed like an eternity at this point! Sharing the lessons I’ve learnt during…
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