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Ashley Coleman Thayer
Ashley Coleman Thayer is a spokesperson/model/host, former Miss Teen USA, and a health & fitness blogger. She lives in Delaware with her husband and two daughters; where she enjoys yoga, cooking & baking, running, and of course, reading bedtime stories. To find more of her work visit SelfSoulSpace.com.Memory…What’s That?
I don’t remember… Memory… I don’t have a good memory…. Sound familiar? Too many of us are finding our memory is declining, whether its due to age, stress, dementia, attention span, or worse, Alzheimer’s. Don’t worry, no matter how old you are, there are ways to improve your memory, and…
By: Ashley Coleman ThayerWellness Wednesday: Flexibility’s a Stretch!
Have you ever wondered why you feel tight or stiff in the mornings, after a workout, or after a long day at work (stay-at-home parents, you’re included in this)… It’s your level of flexibility, and it needs to be improved! Now, I’m not saying we all should be able to…
By: Ashley Coleman ThayerWellness Wednesday: Snack Your Way to Better Health
Gone are the days where we eat just 3 meals a day. Now, it’s recommended that we eat every few hours, 4-6 meals. Well, really, not 6 meals but 3-4 small meals, and 1-2 snacks. Creating healthy eating habits is essential to living a healthy life. Healthy snacks are a…
By: Ashley Coleman ThayerWellness Wednesday: Sticking to Your Resolutions
This Wednesday, we are almost a month into the new year, how’s it going so far? Resolutions still intact? Are you working towards those goals? This Wednesday, I want you to look deep inside… What is driving you to live a healthier life? Honestly, what is the real reason you made…
By: Ashley Coleman ThayerWellness Wednesday: Stay Warm and Well!
Happy New Year! I hope the holiday season brought you joy, happiness, but most of all, good health. As many of us have recently returned to work and school, don’t forget about your health and wellness. This Wednesday, I want you to stay warm and dress appropriately when going outside. Jack…
By: Ashley Coleman ThayerThere’s a Cardio Exercise for You!
In the world of fitness, there are soooo many different exercises, all targeted to do different things for your body. Cardio is one of the most important exercises for any age person, body type, or fitness goal. Whether you want to lose weight, build muscle, improve your overall health, cardio…
By: Ashley Coleman ThayerWellness Wednesday: Reading IS Fundamental!
On a recent Wednesday, I was debating over what small change, to better my health, would I make today…I had a few on my mind, but couldn’t narrow it down. Then I went to my daughters’ school to volunteer, one of the kids asked me, “Mrs. Thayer, when are you coming to read to our…
By: Ashley Coleman ThayerTravel Healthy and Smart
I have traveled a lot as Miss Teen USA and as a spokesperson. I spend a lot of time, almost too much time, in hotels, airports and Amtrak stations. Here are my tips for staying healthy on the road, whether it’s for pleasure or business… Flight/Travel Day -Pack (+ exercise…
By: Ashley Coleman ThayerVisualize, Affirm & Achieve
I am a firm believer in visualization. If there’s something I want I will visualize it, create it in my mind, affirm that it will happen, stay positive and believe until it becomes a reality. One of my favorite books is called Creative Visualization: Use the Power of your Imagination to…
By: Ashley Coleman ThayerGet Moving!
With my daughter, Jordan, starting kindergarten in the fall, I was disappointed to find out she would only have physical education two times a week. So it made me wonder… Should kids of all ages and grades be forced to have physical education/gym class everyday? Is there enough time in…
By: Ashley Coleman Thayer