I’ve taken a renewed interest in my health.  I’m currently in my 4th week on Weight Watchers, have joined my local YMCA, and am considering training for some events coming up this May (Dirty Girl 5K Mud Run & Obstacle Course) and June (Fishers Freedom Festival 5K- it was my first ever 5K back in 2010).

I’ve taken an interest in trying new things with this renewal as well.  As I continue on this ever-evolving journey, I want to share …

Shhh, I have a secret to tell you.  It’s one that I’m not proud of and, quite frankly, one that I don’t understand very well.  You see, I currently weigh more than I did when I gave birth to all 3 of my sons…5 pounds more to be exact.  The problem is, I don’t look 9+ months pregnant, and I certainly don’t feel 9+ months pregnant. I also have never gone over a size 6 in my jeans/pants/skirts etc.  Now, …

Forty is too young for a heart attack and sadly I’ve learned that too many of my friends have experienced symptoms. During Heart Health Month, I’ve decided to make some changes.

Our guest blogger Audrey Barron is a Living Foods Chef and Educator. She shares her tips for reducing sugar in your kids’ diet, plus a recipe for a sweet and healthy treat!

In my career as a Living Foods Chef, I have counseled and taught classes to hundreds of parents. Every parent I’ve had in my class or as a client wants to see their children thrive with vibrant …

Trying to be healthy sometimes feels like a game of Frogger. Remember that game, where you try to get the little frog across the road while cars and such are trying to smoosh him? The little guy knows exactly where he wants to go, it doesn’t seem like it’s that far, but things keep coming at him. And just when he starts getting good at getting across the road, the game speeds up.

Like the little frog, I know …

This week, guest blogger Heather Chastain, Electronic Media Coordinator with the YMCA, shares how you can make your New Year’s resolutions last all year long.

January is over … but hopefully you haven’t gotten over your resolutions!  If you started the New Year with the best intentions and find yourself waning, here are some tips to make sure you meet your goals and keep at it all year long!

We are excited to welcome Bridget to our FitCity Moms team. Follow her healthy journey right here on our blog. This is  Bridget’s winning entry for the FitCity Moms blogger contest. We think she will be a great addition to our team.

Why Does FitCity Moms Need Me?

Everything about the human body fascinates me; from the way our brains react to stimuli, to the way our muscles have memory, to the …

We received so many wonderful entries in our FitCity Moms blog search. We heard from Indy-area moms from all walks of life at various stages of their health journey. Some have made big changes in their nutrition and fitness habits, and many others are determined despite their struggles. We heard from single moms, young and old moms, career moms, moms dealing with unique dietary restrictions and cancer survivors. We are thankful and honored that so many women shared …

This is an entry in the FitCity Moms Blogger Contest. Learn more about Stephanie and her health goals, and if you want to vote for Stephanie as the next FitCity Mom, say “I vote for Stephanie” in the comments section below.

My name is Stephanie.  I am a mother to daughters who are 11 and 6 years old and wife to my high school prom date.  I often have grand …

This is an entry in the FitCity Moms Blogger Contest. Learn more about Leticia and her health goals, and if you want to vote for Leticia as the next FitCity Mom, say “I vote for Leticia” in the comments section below.

My name is Leticia. I am a 36 year old wife, and mother to four children ages 5 to 15. I work part time outside of the home and …