Stressed Out? Tips to Avoid Gaining Weight During a Pandemic
Move over, Freshman 15, there’s a new girl in town, and she’s called the Quarantine 19. Since the pandemic hit in 2020 and various forms
Move over, Freshman 15, there’s a new girl in town, and she’s called the Quarantine 19. Since the pandemic hit in 2020 and various forms
Anyone else ever feel like, “Gosh, I just don’t even have five minutes to move and sneak in a workout!” I hear you. I feel
As I continue to focus on goal setting and power promises, I’m sticking to my one big priority: myself! And ladies, let’s be real. What
With each year we get a little bit older, but we also get wiser. With each fine line, bump, and bruise, we gain some insight
A couple of years ago, I put this post together to share how my girls and I were making our own lip gloss. The ironic
When I look back over this last year and I think of where I want 2021 to take me, there’s only one word that comes
Like most people, 2020 rocked my entire world—including my fitness world. COVID and quarantine were tough emotionally, physically, and financially. It cost millions of people
In case we haven’t met, I’d like to introduce myself to you: Heidi Powell. Business woman, mom of four, and Starbucks addict. I mean…maybe “addict”
As we close the book on the psychological thriller that was 2020, I’ve been thinking a lot about what I want Chapter 1 of
If your New Year’s wish was for just a few more hours in the day or the ability to clone yourself, that may not be
I feel like “busy” and “mom” are basically synonymous. You may be the most put together person out there, like the color-coded closet, alphabetized books
Even though the holidays are here, you can still sleigh 😉 your workouts and reach all your transformation goals. When you add your normal daily
Oh, the weather outside is frightful. Ok, not really, not in AZ, at least. But 70 degrees is chilly for this desert girl. Ok, you
Hey, mama. I see you. Juggling not only your schedule, but your kids’ schedules, home school/virtual learning, plus prepping for the holidays. This is your
You guys, the magical, but also exhausting holiday season is here, and Mrs. Claus has a lot of stuff on her to-do list…like, more than
Before we hit our turkey tryptophan-induced comas and the Black Friday craziness, are you ready to eat some additional excitement?! Ha. Whether you’re trying to
I have said a lot of prayers, shed a lot of tears, and then learned how to laugh a lot of belly laughs in 2020.
While the kids are gearing up to partake in some Halloween tricks or treats this weekend, know that they don’t have to be the only
Being a busy working mom is not for the faint of heart. Daily, I am faced with guilt—both self-imposed and slung from society—about my choice
Before you reorganize your pantry or do a detailed cleansing of your fridge, step away from the salad you’re dreading eating because there’s some good
There’s nothing like apples and pumpkin spice everything to make an Arizona girl feel like it’s fall, despite the hot as heck temperatures. While I
The days are starting to get shorter, guys, unless you’re set up to do virtual learning, in which case, those days drag on and on…Ha!
Remember when we celebrated the end of 2019 and the beginning of 2020? I think it’s safe to say so many of us were hoping
Back to school equals “back-to-reality,” and for the Powell Pack, that means new norm, new schools, and all four in various sports (cue the eye
Can you believe it’s already Labor Day?! Honestly…where has 2020 gone? Aside from…astray, HA! Kidding, it’s all about mindset, right, and choosing positivity even through
Flavors of the world spice up your life! Okay, it wouldn’t be appropriate to talk about one of my favorite spices (GINGER) without giving an
Now, more than ever, it’s super important that you’re taking care of YOU. You have to be mom, cook, maid, employee or business owner, and
Ever feel like your days are impossibly long and you couldn’t possibly squeeze in another routine or task? Well, I’m here to tell you that
How many times have you gone to the grocery store, stacked your cart sky-high full of fresh, yummy produce, ready to conquer a week full
Guys, I want to introduce you to meal prep magic: the instant pot. You know I’m a huge lover of meal prep, aka the weekly
Worried that your 2020 fitness resolutions aren’t going to happen? Don’t worry, I got you! It’s no secret that this year hasn’t gone how any
Who said you need a big, nice, fancy gym to get fit?! I’m sharing one of my favorite total body burners that I did for
2020 has certainly been a year, and we’re only halfway into it. It’s a year filled with chaos, injustices, and unease. But it’s made us
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! While I may not have a pot of gold to share, I DO have a little something green to pass along.
If your Memorial Day is looking a little different this year, you’re not alone. Social distancing may mean we can’t get physically close to some
Once upon a time, in what feels like a far, far away land, there lived a princess who LOVED lifting weights ?. She would visit
Any normal year, you’ll find me scrounging around the clearance aisle a couple of days before Easter searching for items to make a great basket
Do you ever feel so overwhelmed that you’re tempted to just hide in your room all day? Guys, it happens to all of us. Life
Two weeks ago, life was go, go, go, and the idea of making a hot breakfast for my kids every morning was laughable, to say
Years ago, when my baby was still a baby, I absolutely loved coming up with fun mommy and me type workouts. Whether it be baby
What a crazy week this has been, amiright?! Spring break has an entirely new meaning, especially for those around the country with school closures. If
“A mother who radiates self-love and self-acceptance actually vaccinates her daughter against low self-esteem.” – Naomi Wolf This International Women’s Day has got me thinking
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Yes, I realize that Christmas is over, but I’m talking about everyone’s OTHER favorite time of the
Doesn?t it seem like life NEVER slows down?? With four kids?each with their own hobbies and interests, a business to run, and a husband to
It’s the month of love, and it’s always during this month that I’m reminded to step back and check in with the most important person…me.
Ahh…Valentine’s Day, the day I spend time with my true love…leggings. Let’s be honest, the fact that it is fully acceptable to wear activewear as
So someone told me there’s a football game on this weekend? KIDDING! I may not be the biggest football fan in the world (I’ll save
‘Tis the season for the cutest little girls on the block to visit your house and/or stand outside the supermarket armed with…COOKIES! That’s right, it’s
With winter in full swing, dropping temperatures oftentimes bring on the feeling of hunkering down, cozying up, and enjoying some comfort food. To keep it
Is it just me, or is there something so magical about a fresh start? Even though it means the end of a weekend, I’ve always
In the spirit of Christmas and all things holiday-related, why not give yourself the gift of an amazing breakfast this year?! I know…the idea of
Between meal prepping and table setting, gift wrapping and more, Mrs. Claus is busy this holiday season—and every holiday season, really. She deserves way more
Happy, happy holidays! I love this time of year because I get to (hopefully) slow down a bit and spend extra time with family and
You guys, I’ll admit it. My tree has been up since before Thanksgiving because it’s the most wonderful time of the year, and I want
With Thanksgiving only a week from today, we are gearing up for everything Thanksgiving-related and doing all we can to prep for Turkey Day! Thanksgiving
With Thanksgiving right around the corner, I get a lot of questions about how to enjoy this Day of Gratitude without breaking your calorie budget!
With Thanksgiving right around the corner, I get a lot of questions about how to enjoy this Day of Gratitude without breaking your calorie budget!
People often ask Chris and me why we created The TRANSFORM App. It’s actually one of my favorite questions to answer, and if you hadn’t
It’s the most delicious…I mean, wonderful 😉 time of the year! With all the pumpkin spice, peppermint mocha, and snickerdoodle cookies galore, it’s easy to
I said it once, and I’ll say it again: Healthy eating doesn’t need to be bland! Enter spices! And the Spice Girls aren’t the only
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