Like most years, part of my goals for 2019 was to go to the gym. I have started out strong, and I really enjoy it! But, taking those first steps in the gym were terrifying. Let’s call that feeling “gym”-timidation. We all see the models and gym rats on Instagram and Facebook. They have worked […]
I’m in my 2nd trimester with my third child, and although my nausea will likely stick with me for the rest of the pregnancy, I know it is important to still take care of my body. So I’ve had my eye out for short workouts suitable for pregnant women. Because the internet creepily seems to […]
Raise your hand if you are NOT busy! ……….anyone? Ok, so we have established that everyone is busy. Students have papers to write and books to study, workers have deadlines and meetings, and parents have meals to cook and kids to entertain. We are busy busy people in 2019! With so much to do and […]
If you are new to fitness (or you’re like me and you’re “new” to fitness several times a year), you may need to restock on some of the fitness essentials. I have compiled a list of my favorite workout necessities to get you back on track with your fitness goals. Athletic Accessories *This post […]
Pilates. What mental images does that word bring to your mind? For me, I think of rich, snooty, brainless blondes from some of the chick flicks that I have watched over the years. It brings to mind a passtime for wealthy people who have nothing else to do with their time. I never considered it […]
In March, I tried out Avocadu’s 21-Day Weight Loss Challenge. Spoiler Alert: It went really well and I learned a lot. The Challenge is three weeks long, and is designed to be repeatable. You do it as many times as you need until you lose all the weight you want (each three-week completion is called […]
I just tried out Avocadu’s 21-Day Weight Loss Challenge, and guess what? It’s legit. While I’m not here to reveal their specific program or anything, I do want to share my three-week journey with you in case you’re considering trying out the program. (Note: I did not receive any freebies in exchange for this review, […]
January! Tis the season to be… skinny?? Did you know 42% of us have the New Year’s Resolution to lose weight? Over half of those people will lose their drive and give up by February. Well, not us. Not here at This Blue Dress! One of my goals this year was to go to the […]
How to diet successfully as a Foodie While I have been unable to pinpoint the average weight gain for Americans through the holiday season, I think we can agree that the average American gains at least a little weight between Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years, and the cold weather conditions winter brings. I’m proud to announce […]
Over the years, I have seen the quote “Nothing tastes as good as being thin feels” in many different places. Refrigerator magnets, t-shirts, quote boards: all have held some variation of this quote. The thing is, it’s simply not true! I have been skinny with a low body fat percentage at points in my life. […]
