Hey amazing people in Bothell/Kirkland (and surrounding areas)! Let’s be real, finding time for ourselves, let alone a workout, can feel like scaling Mount Everest. The juggling act of work deadlines, endless errands, and everything else in between often leaves “me time” at the very bottom of the to-do list. That’s why I’m SO excited […]
Fitness at Your Home: Home Delivered Workouts for Busy you Read More »
For most of my life, running was my enemy. It was boring, exhausting, and my absolute last choice for a workout. The idea of “runner’s high” was a myth to me; I only ever experienced a “runner’s why am I doing this?” My feelings were clear: I’d rather do burpees than run a single mile.
My Unlikely Journey with Running: From 0K to a 20K Finish Line Read More »
“Where do I even start with my wellness and fitness journey?” This is a question I get asked all the time, especially from those just dipping their toes into the world of health. And it’s a great question, because getting started can feel incredibly overwhelming. There’s so much information out there, so many different workout
Your Wellness and Fitness Journey: Where to Even Begin? Read More »
I’ve talked about “cheat days” before, celebrating a “conquered” one in my last post. But after reflecting, I want to dive a little deeper, share some updates, and honestly, even challenge the term itself. What is a cheat day? Is it beneficial? Do you need one? How often can you have one? The fitness world
From “Cheat” to “Reward”: Rethinking Indulgence on My Fitness Journey Read More »
Every year, my fitness journey feels a bit like a personal science experiment. I love trying new things, discovering what works for my body and what doesn’t. It can be incredibly motivating when a new approach clicks, like uncovering a secret method just for you. But, let’s be honest, it’s also incredibly demotivating when an
My Body Experiment: How I Shed 5% Body Fat This Year Read More »
Phew! After nearly four months of steadfast calorie deficit, layered with the delightful chaos of coaching elementary school Track & Field, leading PTA initiatives, running my NakaNaka Mom Fitness business, and tackling all the relentless daily mom chores (with a few strategic maintenance calorie days sprinkled in, of course!), I finally declared it. It was
Cheat Day, Conquered: How I Made It a Win for My Fitness Read More »
Seriously, how did May become the month of a million things?! My usually (somewhat) organized life has transformed into a buzzing hive of activity practically overnight! Between running my NakaNaka Mom Fitness business, unexpectedly leading the elementary school Track & Field team as a head coach, and somehow ending up in charge of the Japanese
May-nia! How Did My Schedule Fill Up (and How I’m Surviving!) Read More »
Can you believe we’re already wrapping up April? That means a third of 2025 has flown by! I’ve been thinking about my New Year’s resolutions and wanted to share how things are progressing. Because let’s be honest, the resolution is just the starting point. It’s all about checking in, maybe pivoting if necessary, and just
Update: New Year’s Resolutions as a Mom, Trainer, & Blogger Read More »
Okay, so for ages, I was totally sucked into that whole Instagram/social media vortex of the “perfect” body. You know the one – all sculpted abs and flawless everything? Yeah, I was chasing that for way too long. I’ve been a bit on the cuddly side since I was a kid, and while I didn’t
My Body Image Journey: From Chasing to Cherishing Read More »
So, you’re ready to get your fitness on – awesome! But picking a gym? It can feel like trying to find your way through a crazy maze, right? With all these big-name gyms throwing ads at you, it’s easy to get totally lost. That’s why we’re gonna break down the big five: LA Fitness, Gold’s
Gym Chains Compared: LA Fitness, Gold’s, 24 Hour, Planet, Anytime Read More »