Small habits, honest progress. Running, strength, and healthy living since 2009.https://habitpoweredliving.com/https://habitpoweredliving.com/how-to-restart-running-after-a-long-break/https://habitpoweredliving.com/how-to-restart-running-after-a-long-break/Have you taken a long break from running? I have. But we’re back, right? I’m back, you’re back. And we’re restarting our running habit in 2026. And we’re going to…Sun, 11 Jan 2026 16:46:37 GMThttps://habitpoweredliving.com/how-to-use-a-happy-light/https://habitpoweredliving.com/how-to-use-a-happy-light/One tool that I use to combat the Seasonal Affective Disorder that you can start using right away is a happy light. Here, I share tips on how to use the happy light to fight seasonal depression.Mon, 04 Feb 2019 06:31:14 GMThttps://habitpoweredliving.com/5-simple-high-protein-snack-ideas/https://habitpoweredliving.com/5-simple-high-protein-snack-ideas/Here are 5 high-protein snacks we like. Some are grab-and-go, and some are make-ahead so you can grab and go later.Wed, 16 Jan 2019 15:25:17 GMThttps://habitpoweredliving.com/this-is-the-best-way-to-lose-weight/https://habitpoweredliving.com/this-is-the-best-way-to-lose-weight/We think what we included in our new program is the best way for people to lose weight. We really do. We created the DIS FitLife 12-Week Fat Loss Program to help people just like us. We wanted to share the tools that finally helped us lose the weight (fat) and keep it off!Sun, 20 May 2018 11:24:24 GMThttps://habitpoweredliving.com/artificial-sweeteners-destroy-goals/https://habitpoweredliving.com/artificial-sweeteners-destroy-goals/Do you know what a trigger food is? I'll tell you. And it turns out artificial sweeteners can be huge trigger foods. If you're trying to change your body, artificial sweeteners (and trigger foods) may be an overlooked flaw in your nutrition.Mon, 05 Feb 2018 11:03:50 GMThttps://habitpoweredliving.com/burger-in-a-bowl-with-sweet-potato-chips/https://habitpoweredliving.com/burger-in-a-bowl-with-sweet-potato-chips/This Burger in a Bowl recipe is easy to make and simple to adapt for other members of the family who may have different dietary needs or restrictions. It's the perfect weeknight dinner for busy parents—easy, fast, healthy, and delicious!Fri, 02 Feb 2018 06:00:41 GMThttps://habitpoweredliving.com/expand-your-comfort-zone/https://habitpoweredliving.com/expand-your-comfort-zone/Getting outside your comfort zone is important. But that's easier said than done, right? This ridiculous trick may make all the difference.Wed, 24 Jan 2018 07:37:12 GMThttps://habitpoweredliving.com/gained-5-pounds-in-a-week/https://habitpoweredliving.com/gained-5-pounds-in-a-week/With the holidays safely behind us, hopefully everyone is getting their fitness and nutrition back on track. That is, if you are like most people, you ease up a bit…Fri, 19 Jan 2018 06:00:17 GMThttps://habitpoweredliving.com/overwhelmed-by-your-workout/https://habitpoweredliving.com/overwhelmed-by-your-workout/I used to get really overwhelmed by my workouts. Here are 5 tricks I use to get myself moving when I don't feel like it!Tue, 16 Jan 2018 15:51:55 GMThttps://habitpoweredliving.com/i-dont-do-whole-30/https://habitpoweredliving.com/i-dont-do-whole-30/Here are 6 reasons why I don't do Whole 30. I also share why it won't change your life and the less-sexy way of eating that probably will.Tue, 09 Jan 2018 10:30:23 GMThttps://habitpoweredliving.com/five-strategies-to-successful-health-resolution/https://habitpoweredliving.com/five-strategies-to-successful-health-resolution/It’s the last week of the year, and it’s that time once again where many reflect on the previous 12 months, and set goals they hope to achieve in the…Fri, 29 Dec 2017 18:12:29 GMThttps://habitpoweredliving.com/the-perfect-new-years-resolution/https://habitpoweredliving.com/the-perfect-new-years-resolution/Looking for the perfect New Year's Resolution? This surprising one that I am using could help you change your life for good.Wed, 27 Dec 2017 09:10:47 GMThttps://habitpoweredliving.com/genius-bcaa-review/https://habitpoweredliving.com/genius-bcaa-review/A review of The Genius BCAA. The Genius Brand's vegan friendly branched chain amino acid supplement with nootropics to support both mind and body.Wed, 20 Dec 2017 16:35:37 GMThttps://habitpoweredliving.com/egg-white-oatmeal/https://habitpoweredliving.com/egg-white-oatmeal/Three simple ingredients, three quick minutes. This high protein oatmeal is fast, easy, delicious, and super versatile.Fri, 15 Dec 2017 17:06:09 GMThttps://habitpoweredliving.com/favorite-things-2017/https://habitpoweredliving.com/favorite-things-2017/These are a few of my favorite things this year—from fitness must-haves and protein powder to nail polish and boozy beverages!Sun, 03 Dec 2017 17:40:33 GMThttps://habitpoweredliving.com/intey-pull-up-bands-review/https://habitpoweredliving.com/intey-pull-up-bands-review/Pull-ups can be difficult to learn for beginners! I never thought I could do a pull-up...until now. In this Intey Pull-Up Bands review I share how these simple bands are helping me learn to do a real pull-up.Thu, 16 Nov 2017 19:35:37 GMThttps://habitpoweredliving.com/5-times-uncomfortable-was-worth-it/https://habitpoweredliving.com/5-times-uncomfortable-was-worth-it/Want to get fit? Well, you better get used to the fact that exercise is uncomfortable. But when has being comfortable ever gotten you anything you wanted?Tue, 07 Nov 2017 17:14:32 GMThttps://habitpoweredliving.com/transformation-tuesday-how-my-husband-lost-over-90-pounds-part-3/https://habitpoweredliving.com/transformation-tuesday-how-my-husband-lost-over-90-pounds-part-3/Transformation Tuesday: My husband shares how he lost 92 pounds with healthy eating and exercise in the third part of the 3-part series.Tue, 31 Oct 2017 16:58:11 GMThttps://habitpoweredliving.com/how-husband-lost-90-pounds-part-2/https://habitpoweredliving.com/how-husband-lost-90-pounds-part-2/Transformation Tuesday: My husband has lost 92 pounds. He shares cornerstone of his fitness routine in the second part of the 3-part series.Tue, 24 Oct 2017 15:04:45 GMThttps://habitpoweredliving.com/transformation-tuesday-how-my-husband-lost-90-pounds/https://habitpoweredliving.com/transformation-tuesday-how-my-husband-lost-90-pounds/Transformation Tuesday: My husband has lost 92 pounds. He shares what helped him get started on his weight loss journey. The first in a 3-part series.Tue, 17 Oct 2017 15:52:07 GMT