Flourish: Fitness. Health. Wellness.

There are times that we look in the mirror and lose sight of who we are, perhaps we forget that we are more than just moms, we start criticizing how we look, we begin feeling inadequate or not enough. We simply lose our confidence and let our insecurities get the better of us.  We all…

Have you ever spent the day cleaning the house, just to have it destroyed that day or a day later? Have you thought to yourself, what a waste of time that was? Although it may be frustrating, just know that it wasn’t a waste because that entire time you were moving your body and burning…

I am sure at one point you have looked online at people in the fitness industry who you want to follow; you may have thought if you do what they do or eat what they eat, you will look like them. Perhaps you find yourself trying to do the exact same diet as your friend…

Hi friends! It has been a while since I have introduced myself and my page so I figured the start of the year was the right time to share a little bit about me. My name is Elisa and I am a proud wife and a mama of two incredible kiddos. I have been married…

For those of you who have been waiting for the right time or for after the holidays, or just hoping to start their journey of health and wellness when it is less busy. Well, it’s January 2023, and the time is now! Stop putting it off until tomorrow. Stop wishing for it to happen and…

As we approach the start of the new year, this is the perfect time to look at all of the unhelpful things in our lives that might be holding us back from becoming the best versions of ourselves. So here are 6 things to leave behind in 2022 and let’s begin 2023 strong as we…

“I can’t lose weight or get in shape because I am too old” “I need to give up carbs for a while to lose weight” “I am on a diet and only eating around 1200 calories a day so I can lose weight” “I can’t strengthen or build muscle in my arms” “I am going…

So, you are indulging in a big meal today? That’s okay! You are going to enjoy dessert, have some wine… no need to stress, worry, or punish yourself tomorrow! You don’t need to beat yourself up over it and you absolutely shouldn’t feel guilty for enjoying your holiday! You won’t derail your progress. All of…

For those just starting their health and wellness journey, there may be a lot of anxiety around Thanksgiving dinner. They may be worried about taking in so much food and calories, derailing progress, and just nervous about navigating this holiday that is focused around a large meal. However, it is important to remember that leading…

It is very common to hear individuals say that they need to stop eating carbohydrates so they can lose weight. This is a diet culture myth that simply needs to end. So, let me go ahead and say it; carbohydrates do not make you fat. Carbohydrates are NOT the enemy! A caloric surplus will cause…