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12 Days of Fitness, Blog, Fitness, Health Benifits, Home Workouts, LES MILLS On Demand

Strength Training and Why it is Important!

Today I want to talk about Strength Training! Strength training will help your body burn more calories even when you are not doing anything.    Major Benefits of Strength Training…

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October 6, 2021
Blog, Challenge, Fitness, Smoothies

Free 7 Day Green Smoothie Challenge

I’m hosting a 7 day free Green Smoothie Challenge!! I hope you will join in on the fun as well!!! This is not a crazy detox just adding one green…

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May 24, 2017
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Holiday Party Guide: Hosting Like a Pro This Season!

Hosting a holiday party this season? 🎄✨ Check out this ultimate guide for everything you need to throw a festive gathering like a pro! From cozy themes and DIY decor…

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No, Spend Month UPDATE!

July we decided to do a No Spend Month and today marks our halfway point so I wanted to do a little update. If you missed the first blog you…

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    2020 Top Ten Read Blog Posts

    January 1, 2021 / 1 Comment

    Good Morning! Happy New Year! Wow! 2020 was a dosy of a year! But we’ve made it to another year! I thought it would be fun to look back at my top ten most viewed blog posts from 2020 you can read my Top Ten Blog post from 2019 here. I would love to hear from you! Leave me a comment below on what you would like to see from me in 2021! Okay, let’s get started with my Top 10 Blog Post from 2020! Click on the blog names to read the post! 10. Spring Into Fitness 21 Day Challenge Each month I run free workout challenge! Typically I…

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    Are you ready for a new challenge? LES MILLS On Demand has put together three different challenges you can do depending on your fitness level! Three options. Four amazing trainers. Six weeks to amazing results. Choose from one of our three Booster Challenges below and in no time our awesome trainers will help you feel leaner, stronger, and fitter than ever. Equipment + no equipment options available. FAST BURNER CHALLENGE 6-WEEK CHALLENGE – 30 min a day Introducing the quickest way to boost your fitness. The Fast Burner Challenge gives you a quick 30-minute workout fix five times a week. Join Rachael Newsham for this fun and effective challenge and…

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    December 13, 2020 / 0 Comments

    Today I want to talk about Goals!           Setting Goals is the first step in turning the invisible into the visible. – Tony Robbins Write down your goals! What do you want to accomplish? How do you want to feel? Where are you currently at with your health? Getting into the habit of journaling your thoughts daily can help improve your mindset as well! “If you cab dream it, you can do it.” Walt Disney  Follow these steps to successful goal setting. If your goals are important enough for you to set them, I want you to achieve them. Get super clear about your goal – BE specific As you…

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    December 12, 2020 / 0 Comments

    Peppermint Bark Smooth dark chocolate, a peppermint coconut butter layer, and crushed candy canes is the perfect combination for a healthy Christmas candy. www.innovativehealthfitness.com

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    December 11, 2020 / 0 Comments

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    December 11, 2020 / 0 Comments

    It’s the most wonderful time of the year! But it can also be a very stressful time of year! That’s why I have put together a fun new free series 12 days of Fitness! Every day for 12 days you’ll be receiving an email full of healthy lifestyle tips to help you not just survive but THRIVE this holiday season. Plus I will be doing a couple of giveaways during this free challenge! You can sign up for my free 12 days of fitness below! Looking for a little extra motivation to keep you on track this holiday season? I’ve got you with this free 12 days of fitness with…

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    December 10, 2020 / 0 Comments

    On the tenth day of cookies, my trainer gave to me peanut butter balls!

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Hi!! I’m Kristin, the heart behind Live Simply with Kristin. 
As newly empty-nest empty nesters, Ryan and I sold it all and live full-time in our cozy camper—trading big house stress for simple joys, freedom, and adventures together.
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