Amy's Rants and Raves

I just finished watching this movie and thought about all of us who travel to these beautiful, exotic destinations to teach or selected crafts of work. At the same time, I could not hold back the laughter during some parts of this movie. The yoga class was my favorite, "BOOM."I related to not only the characters, but also how each resort was described and referred to in the movie. Hello, Hedo vs. Lido! They've got it down to a "T." Hilarious.If you haven't seen it..you must. If you haven't traveled to one of these beautiful resorts as a working pro...

I’ve worked in the fitness industry for over 18 years, and playing gym junkie for just as long if not longer than that. In all my years of teaching, training, coaching and partaking I’ve collected some keen observations and pretty strong opinions- SURPRISE on the opinion part I value all of my training, certifications, college education and knowledge I’ve gathered through the years and believe it makes me the opinionated, passionate, creative and honest fitness professional that you’ve grown to love (or hate). Needless to say, I will share my thoughts at the drop of a hat, be blunt when I need to, but always have my heart...

This was my 8th year presenting for Fit Beach, and my absolute favorite year. I don't know if it was the excellent weather, the incredible food, the resort, the presenters, the participants or it was just the fact I was in Jamaica..it didn't matter. It made the top of my fitness educator travel list. Being a fitness educator has its pros and cons. Pros being: getting to travel and meet new people, help fellow fitness pros earn continuing education and teach them new concepts or build their foundations, network with other educators and share your ideas and passions and of course inspire others with your enthusiasm for your work..plus...

AAHH stress. A five letter word we could all use a little less of sometimes in our lives. I’ve had my share of it this summer and thought it was more than appropriate to share these funny, little tips that came from an unlikely source. My grandmother recently moved into a retirement community and these commandments just happened to be part of their August newsletter. Funny thing is, the moving of my grandmother along with her illness and other incredible tidbits that went along with it are the same reasons I’ve had such a challenging (stressful) summer.  Ironic and amazing all at the same time. I consider this a...

We just returned from a nice weekend up in Vancouver BC. We were up to celebrate my upcoming birthday and get away for a little R & R without the kids. It was fantastic and much needed as we haven’t had a non-working, training or presenting vacation in about 8 years from my recollection- even our 10 year anniversary I worked on the resort. I’m a die hard In any case I loved not having to be up at a certain time, go to business meetings, prepare for my workshops, change out of my sweaty clothes to teach another class or worry about what my kids...