by Pamela Hernandez | Oct 19, 2015 | Fitness, Fitness 101, General Health, Motivation
There is nothing as humbling as starting over. When I signed up for the Ultimate Oxygen Challenge it was like walking into the gym again for the first time. The fear of failing and of not measuring up combined with the uncertainly of whether I could really keep the...
by Pamela Hernandez | Oct 15, 2015 | Fitness, Fitness 101, Fitness Favorites, General Health, Motivation, Nutrition, Video, What's New at Thrive Personal Fitness, Workouts
I think I’ve told you how smitten I am with Periscope. It’s like a virtual water cooler where I get to take a tea break and connect with other like minded women and get a daily dose of inspiration. I really appreciate the suggestions you sent in for my own...
by Pamela Hernandez | Oct 12, 2015 | Fitness, General Health, Motivation
Month 1 of the Ultimate Oxygen Challenge was an experiment. I tried both programs to help me find the right coach for my goals. The exercises were familiar and the new recipe ideas were fun. Month 2 brought new exercises and increased intensity. I loved learning new...
by Pamela Hernandez | Sep 21, 2015 | Fitness, General Health, Motivation, Reviews
It’s really easy to get in a rut. It’s easy to do things the same way, with the same tools, because that’s the way it’s always been done. If it’s not broke, don’t’ fix it – right? Maybe not. Something may not be broken but it may not be running at peak...
by Pamela Hernandez | Sep 17, 2015 | Fit Travel, Fitness, Motivation
A trip to Machu Picchu is the ultimate example of the importance of enjoying the journey. We left early on a Wednesday and arrived at Machu Picchu mid morning on a Friday. From my home in Springfield, MO it took 4 flights, a ride by private car, a ride on a train and...
by Pamela Hernandez | Sep 7, 2015 | Fit Travel, Fitness Favorites, Monthly Workout Playlist, Motivation
I normally don’t hit the gym while I am on vacation. Even when I signed up for the OxyChallenge, I didn’t plan on working out while we are in Peru. The Ultimate Oxygen Challenge is 90 days but the workout program is only 12 weeks. That meant there was even a bonus...
