Patina Esprit Wellness

Back in Action

2010-12-10T19:33:00.003-06:00

Dear friends of Patina Esprit, Thank you for your thoughts, comments, prayers and phone calls. Your support over the last month has meant a TON to me. I am recovering quickly, and am slowly working back up to training with training clients one-on-one again. I am still actively doing telephonic coaching. And, I CAN’T wait to kick off the New Year with some fun programming. *For those who I’ve

Black Friday Special!

2010-11-26T07:35:00.001-06:00

***Patina Esprit Black Friday special*** Give the gift of health! Purchase 6 sessions and get 2 free. First 10 to purchase also receive a Patina Esprit stainless steel water bottle. Offer ends Wed 12/1. Sessions may be used through 6/30/11.

This Halloween....

2010-10-25T12:44:00.001-05:00

.... resist following in this lady's footsteps. Here are some strategies: buy less candy for trick or treaters; choose the minis; give all of it away, keep only a handful for your own treat and toss the rest; buy yourself ONE of your favorite candy bars and savor it -ignore the rest; after you have your treat brush your teeth, use teeth whitening strips, drink hot cider or tea.

Fall Forward!

2010-10-12T11:04:00.000-05:00

Patina Esprit’s newest newsletter and fit bits now posted http://eepurl.com/bhzjv. Check it out for a fun, inspiring video, tips and a challenge to fall forward!

The Apple of My Eye

2010-10-11T15:19:00.000-05:00

While you’re out and about picking pumpkins, stop in at a local orchard to enjoy fall’s bounty! Whether you’re a fan of Galas or Grannies, apples are always a good snack to fall back on (pun not intended). Apples are a good source of fiber, they’ve been shown to lower cholesterol, and prevent cancer, as well as manage diabetes and weight loss. They’re potent little pommes! Below are some

Hey Pumpkin, How Do You Like Them Apples?

2010-10-11T14:47:00.003-05:00

Ahhh, fall! The colors, the brisk air, the beautiful blue skies…and can you believe it – 80 degree weather?! As a sun worshipper and warm weather aficionado, I’ll take it for as long as we can get it! Fall is the time we start craving comfort foods…and the pumpkin patch is the perfect place to go to expand your culinary repertoire and get in some good vitamins and antioxidants. And, the orchards

Health Takes Center Stage!

2010-09-10T15:22:00.005-05:00

Ooooh I Love It! This month, there are a couple of fantastic events highlighting big-screen, real-life, healthy lifestyle makeovers! The last week of September is a fabulous time to indulge in transformation inspiration! The Biggest LoserLocal Des Moines-ian Rebecca Meyer, the at-home winner of NBC’s Season 8 “The Biggest Loser” and her boyfriend, Daniel Wright (also of the BL) will be

Simplify Your Grocery Shopping

2010-08-03T11:45:00.002-05:00

At the grocery store, as you're comparing two foods that seem identical, do you often wonder which is really healthier; but don't have the time or desire to review the food labels? If you shop at Hy-Vee, then they've done the work for you! The NuVal system scores foods from 1-100 points. Each food is given one score, saving you the time and headache of having to make comparisons. It’s easy,

C'Mon Get Happy!

2010-08-03T11:44:00.002-05:00

Did 'ya know that August is national Happiness Happens Month? Yeah, me neither. But, stumbling across info on HappyThon 2010 definitely brought a smile to my face :) Being happy is a huge part of being healthy. Maximize your happy factor! We're all on an eternal quest for happiness, choosing to do things that make us feel good, or at least feel better. And, we all have a different definition

I Like To Move It Move It!

2010-07-23T13:42:00.000-05:00

In the spirit of fun and sun, here’s a little clip for you to enjoy. Betcha' can't sit still while watching it! Physi-cally, physic-cally, physic-cally fit!

Gratzi!

2010-07-23T12:55:00.004-05:00

This week marked Patina Esprit’s second year of business in Des Moines! Launching a business requires a lot of time, effort and persistence. There are so many of you who have helped me and my business grow; and for that I am eternally grateful. Especially to my hubby, Gary; and to my friends, and family for your support and believing in me. And last, but definitely NOT least, I’m so

More Wag. Less Bark.

2010-07-08T14:40:00.002-05:00

I saw this tag line and it made me smile :) Ain't it the truth? Literally and figuratively, more wag, less bark is good! For all you pooch lovers out there, we know what a good feeling it is to see our dogs wagging their tails and wiggling with pure joy. We know that when the tail’s wagging that they are intently focused on the good in the moment. They’re not barking and clamoring on. They’re

Fit Feature: Debi Kemp

2010-06-25T16:14:00.006-05:00

What are some of your favorite ways to stay in shape? I like variety so it varies from month to month. Sometimes week to week LOL! Right now I have the runners' high going. What motivates you? Not really sure about this one. I have to set goals and these goals have to be something I really want and then that helps me stay focused and motivated. You’ve made a huge

Cinco de Mayo Challenge!

2010-05-05T14:29:00.001-05:00

Happy Cinco de Mayo! In the spirit of celebrating 5/5…..I’m going to continue with the 5 theme and issue a Fitness 5 challenge to help you burn off calories from chips and cerveza.During your workout today:Cardio:Insert five 30 second sprints into your routine. Really ramp it up and on a scale of 1-10, push yourself at a level 8. Sprint for 30 seconds and then recover. Repeat for a total of 5

Celebrate World Fitness Day This Saturday, May 1st!

2010-04-28T14:27:00.001-05:00

Who hasn’t been inspired by Jane Fonda?! Well, the lady who has helped tone and tighten millions has given us another reason to be fit by launching the first ever World Fitness Day! And to celebrate , I’ll be hosting a fit camp workout at Gray’s Lake on Saturday (5/1) @ 8 AM!Click here for more details. Be prepared for fun and you bet your booty, we’ll be honoring Jane by doing some of her

What Does Patina Esprit Mean?

2010-04-14T14:40:00.001-05:00

People often ask about the meaning of "Patina Esprit." And, naming your business is similar to naming a baby. It takes a lot of time and you run through a lot of possibilities, never quite knowing until the exact moment what you'll finally decide on. I thought a lot about different words, phrases, sayings, and images that described or represented what I wanted my company to be. I wanted it to

5 More Tips for Becoming More Physically Active

2010-02-11T15:21:00.003-06:00

Here's Part Deux of my Top Tips on Becoming More Physically Active. Walk, walk, walk – You may not burn a ton of calories, but getting into a habit of walking is a cheap and easy way to positively impact your lifestyle. You’ll improve your fitness and get peace of mind. Start walking places that are less than a mile from your home, take walking breaks throughout the day,

Five Tips to Become More Active

2010-02-03T16:54:00.004-06:00