by April Allman | Sep 11, 2016 | Mental Health
Changing for the better — addiction, failure, and then recovery.By Amanda BeamMeghan found her way into a new and better life after rising above addiction. Photos by Melissa Donald As her face lay pressed into the gravel, Meghan Adams watched the cars drive...
by April Allman | Aug 29, 2016 | Best Bodies
Goal Oriented I’m a very goal-oriented woman, so I set goals for myself. Sometimes they are small goals, others times they are more lofty. I also have photos of strong women whom I admire on my phone and motivational quotes that keep me focused. Being an example...
by April Allman | Aug 28, 2016 | Best Bodies
Ultimate GoalI want to continue to increase my overall strength. My ultimate goal is enjoy the aging experience, learning to listen to my body and continue to push myself to be upright!Pushing Yourself I remind myself how much I love feeling the right kind of...
by April Allman | Aug 27, 2016 | Best Bodies
Starting Goal My daughter got married four years ago. I ordered a dress that was too small, which prompted me to start training with a trainer three times a week. I lost seven inches overall the first month and by the wedding, I lost 12 inches overall. I easily...
by April Allman | Aug 26, 2016 | Best Bodies
Photo by Melissa Donald Always Moving I’ve been exercising since I could walk! I have always been athletic, always climbing or jumping, running or doing cartwheels.Off to the Races Exercising racehorses can be physically demanding. It helps to be...
by April Allman | Aug 25, 2016 | Exercise
Can belly dancing heal? In 2006, Raqia Reich fell into a deep depression following the diagnosis of an illness and was pulled out by the inspiring dance. The mixture of femininity, strength, spirituality, and expression of the soul helped me love and empower myself...
