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Functional Training for Everyday Strength

Switching It Up: How to Train Your Body for Real Life You ever catch yourself going through the motions in life? Same routine, same movements, same everything. It’s easy, right? You know what to do, no surprises, no thinking required. But let’s be real—after a while, that predictability starts feeling like a rut. And here’s…

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Mindfulness and MS: My Secret Weapon for Taking on the Day

Mornings can be tough. Some days, my body feels heavy, my mind is foggy, and everything just feels harder than it should. But instead of letting the day run me, I take control and it all starts with mindfulness. Now, lets be real. I’m not someone who can just sit still, clear my mind, and…

Cadense Sneaker One Crutch Training

VIDEO: One Crutch Training with Cadense Sneakers

Hey there, friends! I want to share an exciting update on my journey with multiple sclerosis (MS). As many of you know, walking has been a significant challenge for me. Recently, I’ve been training to qualify for a new MS medication that requires me to walk 100 meters using only one assistive device. This milestone…

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Life on Ocrevus: Managing MS, Infusions, and Gratitude

Living with multiple sclerosis (MS) means navigating a life full of routines and adjustments to stay ahead of disease progression. For me, a vital part of that journey is my biannual Ocrevus infusion, which has been a game-changer in keeping my MS stable and giving me the ability to continue living life on my terms….

Keep Moving: Real Talk About Exercise and MS

Keep Moving: Real Talk About Exercise and MS

If you’ve got MS or another chronic illness, let’s be honest—exercise can feel overwhelming. You walk into a gym full of machines and weights, and it’s hard to know where to even start. Maybe you’ve been told certain exercises are off-limits or you’ve had a bad experience with something in the past. I get it….

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Thanksgiving Reflections: Embracing Technology, Creativity, and Resilience

As I sit down to write this on Thanksgiving 2024, I’m compelled to reflect on the tools and moments that have enriched my life. Have you ever considered how the little things can make a big difference? Technology stands out as a significant enabler for me. Utilizing voice-to-text on my iPhone has been transformative, allowing…

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Gratitude in Motion: Living Positively with MS

Living with multiple sclerosis (MS) comes with its own challenges, but gratitude has become a key part of how I maintain a positive mindset. Every day, I start by practicing gratitude. This habit began when I started using Insight Timer, an app that features meditations and talks from practitioners all over the world. One of…

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Creativity and Courage: Coloring Through My MS Infusion

It’s been a busy couple of months away from blogging. I’ve been soaking in a lot of knowledge from my Amazon author ad school I signed up for, and I have been making new creations to inspire and empower. Yesterday, I had my Ocrevus infusion and colored in my ‘MS Can’t Stop Me’ coloring book…

Today’s Coloring Page Goes with the Flow: Living with MS and Learning from Taoism

Finding Flow in Coloring and Life Hey there! Today, I want to share a special part of my journey that intertwines the seemingly simple act of coloring with the complex realities of living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and the profound insights from Taoism, particularly as taught by Dr. Wayne Dyer. Finding Flow in Coloring and…