Let’s just say it out loud: sometimes we fall off the workout wagon. We start strong. We’re motivated. We buy the cute leggings. We prep the meals. We promise ourselves, “This is it. This is my era.” And then life happens. Work gets busy. Stress creeps in. The weather changes. Our routine shifts. We missContinue reading “It’s Okay If You Fell Off the Fitness Wagon”
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Anything Is Possible (Even When It Feels Terrifying)
Growth is funny. We say we want it.We hope for it.We make vision boards about it. But when it actually shows up? It’s usually disguised as discomfort. It’s the new opportunity that makes your stomach flip.The outfit that feels a little bolder than usual.The new job title that makes you wonder if you’re “ready.”The versionContinue reading “Anything Is Possible (Even When It Feels Terrifying)”
Making It Through the First Few Weeks of the Year
The first few weeks of the year can feel… heavy.As we talked about previously here – https://youmeandbenny.com/2026/01/15/the-new-year-is-hard-and-thats-okay/ There’s so much pressure wrapped up in January. New goals. New habits. New expectations. Everywhere you look, someone seems to be thriving, transforming, or already “winning” the year. And if you’re feeling tired, unmotivated, or unsure, it canContinue reading “Making It Through the First Few Weeks of the Year”
Mondays Feel Hard… But We Can Get Through Them
Let’s be honest: Mondays have a reputation. They sneak up on us, interrupt our cozy weekends, and hit us with early alarms, responsibilities, and that “back to reality” feeling none of us are eager for. But here’s the thing I’ve learned, Mondays don’t have to feel like the enemy. In fact, they can be aContinue reading “Mondays Feel Hard… But We Can Get Through Them”
Falling Into Better Habits This Season
There’s something about fall that always feels like a fresh start to me. Maybe it’s the cooler weather or the way the leaves remind us that change can be beautiful, but this time of year always makes me reflect on how far I’ve come and where I want to go next. If you’ve been followingContinue reading “Falling Into Better Habits This Season”
Sunshine Therapy: How the Sun Helps Melt Away Stress and Anxiety
There’s something magical about stepping outside and feeling the sun on your skin. It’s like a reset button for your mood—instantly calming, instantly grounding. And it turns out, that’s not just in your head. Science backs it up: being in the sun can truly help reduce stress and anxiety. If you’ve ever noticed how aContinue reading “Sunshine Therapy: How the Sun Helps Melt Away Stress and Anxiety”
Weight Loss Update
Well, it’s the beginning of February, and it’s been a WHILE since I updated you about weight loss, so I thought it was time.Let’s go. I posted this to my Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/afdogmom ) yesterday, showing my face progression since 2023. It’s amazing to see how far you have come when you look at yourselfContinue reading “Weight Loss Update”
Spooky Family Photos and Weight Loss Update
You can count on me to go “it has been a while” and then come back with a blog post for the ages.So here I am – how’ve ya been? We take pics in October 1 because it’s gorgeous outside and 2 because it’s our anniversary month.Thankfully we found a fantastic photographer who always isContinue reading “Spooky Family Photos and Weight Loss Update”
Easy Chicken Tacos
Do you ever have those meals that you could eat every day and not get tired of them?That’s these chicken tacos for me.I could eat them every single day – no questions asked.But – my husband likes variety so we don’t LOL!!They’re delicious. Chicken Tacos I mean look at them – YUM!! This meal isContinue reading “Easy Chicken Tacos”
Hello 2023
It’s here.2023.We can kiss 2022 goodbye and if you’re like us we’re glad to see that SOB go.We’ve got some big plans for 2023 – so let’s talk about them.Who knows – you may want to use some of these too! Work Goals – Fitness Goals – I realize it’s a lot – but I’veContinue reading “Hello 2023”