Better Everyday - Serving Disabled Individuals and their Caregivers

11/19/2025

If you know me, you know that working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) is at the heart of what I do through my business, Better Everyday LLC. One of my favorite places I serve is FRIENDS of Broomfield, Inc.

FRIENDS of Broomfield, Inc. provides life-changing opportunities, community, and daily support for people with disabilities — including the adaptive fitness classes I’m honored to teach twice a week. To help support funding for FRIENDS, I am going to hike a 14er while wearing a weighted vest in the summer of 2026!

Why a weighted vest?
Because many individuals with disabilities carry invisible “extra weight” every day — physical, emotional, and societal challenges most people never see. I’m carrying weight on this mountain to honor the extra weight they carry in life.

This climb symbolizes resilience, hope, community, and the belief that everyone deserves a healthier, stronger future.

The more money we raise, the heavier the weighted vest I carry to the summit:
💲 $1,000 raised → 30 lbs
💲 $5,000 raised → 40 lbs
💲 $10,000 raised → 50 lbs

🌄 The Better Everyday Mountain ChallengeSupporting FRIENDS of Broomfield and the I/DD CommunityMy name is James Anderson, and I run Better Everyday LLC, a personal training business dedicated to helping kids and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) become stronger, healt...

11/17/2025

"Making a choice that is 1 percent better or 1 percent worse seems insignificant in the moment, but over the span of moments that make up a lifetime these choices determine the difference between who you are and who you could be. Success is the product of daily habits—not once-in-a-lifetime transformations."

- James Clear (Atomic Habits)

11/15/2025

FRIENDS of Broomfield, Inc. is the highlight of me week every week! Amazing individuals and amazing staff!

11/15/2025

Great way to support Colorado Gives Day!

🎉 Family Events that Matter 🎉

You're the Anchor ⚓ We organize family-friendly events like Bubble Bash, sensory-friendly county fairs, Nuggets games, and more! Your support helps make these events possible for families across Colorado! Colorado Gives Day is December 9—visit our website to be part of the joy!

11/13/2025

💛 World Kindness Day 💛

At Better Everyday LLC, kindness is one of my strongest training principles.

Kindness builds community. It strengthens confidence. It creates an environment where everyone — no matter their ability, background, or starting point — feels safe to grow.

Today, let’s all find one way to lift someone else up — with a compliment, a helping hand, or just a genuine smile.

Because when we lead with kindness, we make it easier for everyone to become a little bit better every day.

11/11/2025

Nutrition Tip of the Week!

Maintaining liver and kidney health is essential for overall wellness, as these organs are key to detoxification, waste elimination, and metabolic regulation. Here are the best evidence-based strategies to keep both organs functioning optimally

Emphasize:
—Leafy greens, cruciferous vegetables (e.g., broccoli, Brussels sprouts)
—Berries, citrus fruits, apples
—Fatty fish (omega-3s), legumes, and whole grains
—Garlic, turmeric, and green tea (contain hepatoprotective polyphenols)

Limit:
—Added sugars, ultra-processed foods
—Excessive animal protein (especially red and processed meats)
—High-sodium foods (processed snacks, canned soups)

11/08/2025

Super cool (and needed!). Let’s make life more accessible for individuals who have historically been limited in their ability to gain effective and easy access to the community!

11/07/2025

Grant A Dream is an incredible organization! If you or someone you know is a caregiver that works endlessly 24/7 taking care of a loved one, remember that Grant a Dream is here to help!

"I don't have family support...hiring babysitters feels like an insurmountable challenge." These are the words of a single mom to a son with autism. The isolation is one of the heaviest burdens for caregivers to carry.

That's why community and connection are at the heart of our getaways. It's a chance to be surrounded by others who understand the journey and to feel the embrace of a supportive community.

11/05/2025

At Better Everyday, it's not just about getting clients healthier and fitter, it's about mentorship and setting client's up for long term success in their everyday life!

11/04/2025

Nutrition Tips of the Week!!!

With all of the halloween candy going around right now, it is important to ensure that all that sugar doesn't overwhelm your system. Utilize the following strategies to reduce the negative effects of foods high in sugar:

🥦 1. Eat Sugar After Whole Foods—Consuming fiber, fat, or protein first (e.g., veggies or Greek yogurt before dessert) slows sugar absorption (think of these nutrients as a “metabolic buffer” against glucose spikes).

🥜 2. Pair Sugar with Protein or Fat—On top of eating healthy whole foods before dessert, also consider adding foods like nuts, nut butter, or greek yogurt alongside sweets to reduce the glycemic load.

🚶 3. Light Movement After Eating—A 10–15 minute walk after a sugary meal or dessert helps muscles absorb glucose, reducing blood sugar peaks.

💧 4. Stay Hydrated—Water helps the kidneys excrete excess glucose and maintain balanced blood viscosity, supporting metabolic stability.

11/03/2025

Becoming a father changed everything for me. ❤️

Every workout, every coaching session, every moment I spend helping others get stronger — it all comes back to her.

I want Hunter to grow up knowing the power of movement, discipline, and kindness…

To understand that health isn’t just about fitness — it’s about building the strength to make a positive impact on others.

Through Better Everyday, I’m not just helping clients live healthier lives — I’m showing my daughter what it means to live with purpose.

This one’s for you, Hunter. 💪💙