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Diana Smithson
Oct 14, 20195 min read
Training for a half-marathon
Growing up, I always enjoyed movement. I rode my bike, I played organized sports, I danced, and I was extremely active with friends. ...
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Diana Smithson
Oct 10, 20194 min read
Get Out of your own way!
Since I have become a certified personal trainer, my purpose has been surrounded on teaching/educating and influencing others towards a...
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Diana Smithson
Oct 7, 20195 min read
God is ALWAYS in the details
A few months ago, I was talking with an old friend and learned of some significant trials in her life that prompted a lot of pondering. ...
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Diana Smithson
Oct 2, 20195 min read
The Power behind the 'Power Hour'
I want to start off with a question to get you thinking about when you feel the best? Generally speaking, I'm thinking of certain times...
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Diana Smithson
Sep 30, 20194 min read
Weeding it Out!
One of my favorite things to do with my house is outside my house, yard work. I love the visual display of a well-groomed yard and the...
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Diana Smithson
Sep 27, 20194 min read
Good Samaritan
What does it truly mean to be a Good Samaritan? Picking up someone's tab at the restaurant? Helping someone put their groceries in their...
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Diana Smithson
Sep 23, 20193 min read
Failures Can=Success
I was invited by my sister in law a few months ago to attend a Ladies Mountain Bike clinic at Sundance ski resort to take place last week....
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Diana Smithson
Sep 20, 20194 min read
Broken & Beautiful
I was listening to a song the other day on the radio and instantly wanted to add it to my Spotify playlist. I didn't know who the song...
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Diana Smithson
Sep 16, 20194 min read
F. E. A. R. (False Evidence Appearing Real)
I'm sure most of you have heard this acronym before. There's really nothing special about sharing it today, except that I plan to...
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Diana Smithson
Sep 11, 20195 min read
The Power of 'No' Part 2
If you haven't had the chance to read, "The Power of 'No' Part 1, take the time to do that as this will be a continuation/gear change of...
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Diana Smithson
Sep 10, 20194 min read
Preserving Your Marriage
Obviously this post is channeled towards my married readers, however, I feel that it is great advice for those preparing for marriage as...
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Diana Smithson
Sep 4, 20196 min read
Un-processing your "Diet"
One of the joys of being a fitness professional is sharing my knowledge through research and experience. I get asked all the time about...
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Diana Smithson
Sep 3, 20193 min read
Cognitive Decline/Aging
As we get older, there are some natural processes that happen within our bodies. I would like to explore/educate you on one...
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Diana Smithson
Aug 28, 20194 min read
The Complaint Epidemic
Complain: (verb) 1. to express grief, pain, or discontent<complaining about the weather> 2. to make a formal accusation or charge. ...
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Diana Smithson
Aug 26, 20194 min read
Identity Crisis?
My daughter had the privilege of attending our church's girls camp this year. It's a opportunity for girls ages 12-18 and their leaders...
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Diana Smithson
Aug 21, 20194 min read
The Power of 'No' Part 1
How often do you appreciate/embrace hearing the word no? I don’t! It almost feels like when you ask for something and hear the word ‘no’...
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Diana Smithson
Aug 19, 20192 min read
Try Something New
This past weekend, I finally participated in a mud run. I have been dying to try it for a few years but could never commit to the time...
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Diana Smithson
Aug 15, 20194 min read
Expectations & Potential
I am one who has high expectations. High expectations for myself and for others, but it doesn't always come across in the best light...
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Diana Smithson
Aug 12, 20194 min read
Limited Beliefs vs. Physical Limitations
Have you ever been physically challenged by your own choice or put up to a challenge by someone else and immediately felt like "I can't...
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Diana Smithson
Aug 8, 20192 min read
Anecdote for mental fatigue= gut laughing
Music has always been a form of stress relief for me. I use music to help motivate me to clean my house when I would rather do something...
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Dec 28, 20243 min read
Set Yourself Up for Success: Goal Setting 2025
New Year’s resolutions have always been something that I have questioned myself. Why do people wait for a certain year to make a goal to...
Dec 9, 20244 min read
How Well Are You Aging? A Simple Balance Test Can Tell You in 30 Seconds
Researchers from Mayo Clinic have found how long a person can stand on one leg is a better measure of aging than changes in strength or...
Dec 3, 20244 min read
A Behind the Scenes: A Conversation Between a Fitness Postural Coach and Leadership Coach
At a recent event I attended to nurture my community and continue to advocate the benefits of postural alignment, my path crossed with a...
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