We are super pleased to announce the addition of a new session with author and speaker Kristin Meekhof. Krstin will be presenting a session titled "I.L.L.U.M.I.N.A.T.E.- Ten Pillars For Overcoming Any Setback." Kristin Meekhof, tragically, is a pro at overcoming setback. She was born in South Korea, left on the street as an infant, found by a passerby, and four months later adopted by her … [Read more...]
FitBloggin’16 Session Description: When Healthy Becomes Unhealthy with Alicia Melgoza
For many, getting in workouts and laying off the sweets is a huge challenge. For others, it's the opposite. They have trouble taking rest days and allowing themselves to indulge in tasty treats even occasionally. Eating out, taking vacations, and socializing become anxiety-provoking. Counting calories or macros, meal planning and prep, and workouts become all-consuming. Eating healthfully and … [Read more...]
FitBloggin’ Session Description: Ditching the Emotional Baggage That’s Keeping You Fat with Dr. Pamela Reilly
Does what works for everyone else never work for you? Are you tired of doing everything right and seeing little or no results? Do you have a nagging suspicion that something is wrong, but no one seems able to identify it? If you answered “yes” to any of those questions, your emotions may be sabotaging your efforts to make and maintain positive changes in your eating habits, fitness activities, and … [Read more...]
FitBloggin’16 Session Description: How to Blog Like a Journalist with Liz Neporent
You already know how to blog about your opinions, now support your thoughts with accuracy. Elevate your blog by thinking and writing like a journalist. In this session you’ll learn how to research a topic, source your information, and fold in substantiated facts into your arguments. You’ll learn how to structure your blog pieces to make them stronger and optimize them with compelling language, … [Read more...]
FitBloggin’16 Session Description: Early Morning Bootcamp with Erin Kreitz-Shirey
Join this 5th annual early morning FitBloggin’ tradition -- Bootcamp with Coach Erin Kreitz Shirey. The class will not only wake you up, kick your bum, make you laugh, and help you meet new friends... but also get you energized and excited for the conference! Erin is all about training from the inside out, all positive self-esteem and fitness fun in this kick-ass boot camp! We'll take on … [Read more...]
FitBloggin’16 Session Description: Fitness for the Minority Population with Shera Strange
Along with the ever-changing fitness industry trends; there is a population of individuals trying to figure out what works best for them. The ever-growing minority population is no different. Here in America, the changes in health care and the lack of access to safe and affordable fitness facilities present many health challenges, health disparities, and fitness-exercise possibilities. Unless the … [Read more...]
FitBloggin’16 Session Description: The Highs and Lows of Your Weight Loss Journey with Angela Gillis
The weight loss journey can be a life changing moment for those who truly commit to the process. When people finally decide to shed the pounds their expectations might be too high or too low, which can take you on an emotional ride. We'll talk about those highs and lows of the weight loss journey and really discuss the great things that happen with success and the lows experience with … [Read more...]
FitBloggin’16 Session Description: How to Train the Muscle Between Your Ears with Steve Carmichael
Let's face it. Your mind makes your body move. One minute your mind can be your biggest ally, the next your worst enemy. If you have ever struggled with establishing or maintaining healthy habits, low motivation, procrastination, willpower, fatigue, mental toughness, or want to reach your peak performance then you should attend this session. While most health and fitness programs focus on the … [Read more...]