Westerville Wellness

10/10/2024

Join us on Sat, Oct 19, 2024 at 1:00 PM for an afternoon of FREE fun and relaxation at Westerville Wellness. Explore our facility, meet our team, and learn about the services we offer to help you achieve your wellness goals. From personal training to fitness classes to physical therapy, we have something for everyone.

Come join us at the Westerville Wellness Open House for a day of health and happiness!

09/15/2024

A must-read for all women.

PS - Make sure to get the updated version just released this month.

A compelling, “fascinating” (Robert Cialdini) defense of hormone replacement therapy, exposing the faulty science behind its fall from prominence and giving women the evidence they need to make informed decisions about their health. Now fully revised and updated. For...

08/22/2024

Did you know your body is PROGRAMMED to feel sleepy between 1-3 p.m.?

Yep, it’s true…

Over the course of the day, your brain builds up a chemical (adenosine) that makes you want to sleep...

Read more on today's blog...

Did you know your body is PROGRAMMED to feel sleepy between 1-3 p.m.? Yep, it’s true… Over the course of the day, your brain builds up a chemical (adenosine) that makes you want to sleep. ..

07/05/2024

25 Years!!

Today marks the 25th anniversary of my quitting smoking. WOW!

July 5, 1999. Jon was 3 years old. My grandmother was dying of lung cancer.

I quit smoking when I was pregnant with Jon in 1995, but went back to it in 1996 when he was around 3 months old. I believe it was a night I was out with friends and just picked it right back up where I left off.

I was not a regular exerciser in those days. Okay, let’s be honest, aside from gymnastics as a child through 13 or 14 years old, and a short (and miserable) trial of running, I didn’t regularly exercise until I was in my mid-30s. My point is, smoking would have been a lot tougher had I been exercising then.

I was 26 years old when I quit smoking for good. It hasn’t been easy. There have been many times over the past 25 years where I have craved a cigarette, but as the time passed, those cravings did too. Being able to connect to the reason why I quit (my health so I could be around for my son - and then daughter), helped me through the tough times.

Today I was thinking about some of the things I’ve accomplished since I’ve quit smoking that I probably would not have been able to physically do if I had continued.

I’ve run 3 marathons, 17 half marathons, and numerous 10K and 5K races!

I’m so glad I stuck with it!

This year I decided to explore alcohol-free living. It’s been 6 months since I started on this journey and I’ve had 4 glasses of wine this entire year. Giving myself permission to explore being alcohol-free, while still being able to mindfully have a glass of wine has made all of the difference in the world. I’ve not been successful in the past for long because I always felt like I was being punished and that I “wasn’t allowed” to have wine/alcohol. This mindset - understanding what alcohol does to my body and then making choices that align with my goals - is kinder/gentler. The few times I have had a glass of wine this year I’ve really been able to see how it make me feel icky. The signs are subtle and I probably didn’t notice before because I thought that was just normal as I was aging. Abstaining from alcohol for a longer period of time has allowed me to see how good I really can feel and then make it easier to continue to make choices that align with my goals.

One of biggest things with quitting smoking (and also not drinking alcohol) is the fear of missing out or that your life will change into something you don’t want it to be. I was fearful - on both fronts. I was scared that I wouldn’t have any way to calm down or relax, or that I would never have fun again (yes, really!). I had to go back to that reason why stopping smoking and also not drinking wine daily was a priority…my health…and that’s what keeps me focused.

Celebrated by running with my girls this AM!

07/02/2024

I'll start tomorrow. (don't fall for this)

We’ve all said it… I’ll start tomorrow.

And we usually even mean it!

And maybe we DO start tomorrow… but before too long, we find ourselves focused on yet another restart… and yet another tomorrow!

The truth is, whether you’re talking about working out, cleaning up your diet, or getting more sleep…

The I'll start tomorrow mindset is a HUGE obstacle between you and your goals.

And the more you say it, the bigger that obstacle grows.
I’ll start tomorrow is NOT laziness (even though that is what we often tell ourselves).

It’s actually about fear: fear of failure, of change, and maybe even of success.

This fear is sneaky because the longer you put off starting, the harder it becomes to believe you can achieve your goals.

Read more here on the blog:
https://fabyoulousfitness.com/blog/view/ill-start-tomorrow-dont-fall-for-this

05/28/2024

We have been hearing from an increasing number of women (both clients and women in the community) that are taking semaglutide (a class of drugs known as glucagon-like peptide 1 or GLP-1 - more commonly known as Ozempic, Wegovy, etc). Our philosophy at the studio supports an individual’s choice in regards to weight loss and the method used. Our role is to provide guidance and assistance to women throughout their journey, prioritizing education and support. Recommending or advising someone to take semaglutide (etc) is outside of our scope of practice.

There have been an increasing number of reports recently about the importance of strength/resistance training through the process (and beyond). At our studio, we specialize in strength and resistance training as our core focus. We firmly advocate for the myriad benefits associated with such training modalities, including the mitigation of sarcopenia (muscle loss) and osteoporosis (bone loss).

If you (or someone you know) is taking one of the medications mentioned above, I would love to chat with you (them). Our services may not fit every individual’s needs (budget, location, etc), and that’s okay. My goal here is not necessarily to gain new clients, but to help educate women and connect them with resources that can help support their journey.

05/13/2024

🦄 BIG NEWS! 🦄

Menopause Mastery: Navigating the Transition with Confidence - workshop is on June 8, 2024 at 1 PM

I'm so excited for this workshop! Join us to learn how to optimize your health and energy to minimize pesky menopause symptoms and smooth the transition into the best part of your life. As the song says, "The rest is still unwritten."

Reserve your spot now! ⬇️

PS - Fab Fit Members get $10 off the workshop (see your email for the code)

PPS - This workshop is the prequel to the BRAND NEW 12-week program I'm putting the finishing touches on. This new program will be a high-level deep dive into the factors you do have influence over that can help you feel better, have more energy, increase strength, maintain bone density and muscles, and so much more! We will be limiting spots to only 5 participants since it is so hands-on, so if this interests you, let me know ASAP so I can make sure you know as soon as registration opens.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/menopause-mastery-navigating-the-transition-with-confidence-tickets-904415470017?aff=oddtdtcreator

05/03/2024

We are hiring!

If you know any trainers looking to empower women to live their best lives, please share this with them.

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3646834513

05/01/2024

Did you miss our last mini-workshop on squats? Well don't miss our upcoming mini-workshop that reviews pulling exercises (mainly rows). This is a great opportunity to check out our studio, learn about proper form, and meet like-minded women.

Members: $5 (Sign up like you schedule your regular sessions)
Non-Members: $10(use the link below)

Monday, May 20th at 6 PM OR Friday, May 24th at 11:30 AM

https://www.eventbrite.com/o/kim-bouldin-29418901807

04/20/2024

03/24/2024

Happy Sunday!

Just a quick update on my break from drinking wine...

It's been 84 days

My sleep is freaking amazing...my REM sleep has doubled!
My anxiety has decreased.
I don't feel as bloated.
My skin is clearer

I've done a lot of journaling and introspection to discover what was driving me to drink alcohol (wine) and what I was searching for (or trying to avoid).

I've spent time paying attention to my feelings and sitting with them instead of trying to stuff them down or bury my head in the sand.

I've learned how to better understand the cues my body is sending, especially concerning stress and anxiety.

I'm continuing this journey for now. I have a physical tomorrow morning and am going to compare the blood work to last year when I was drinking 1+ glasses of wine per day. I love data and am interested to see if the last 84 days have had an effect on those numbers.

BTW...Found another great podcast on what alcohol does to your body. Great to listen to if you have the time. Also good to share with friends and family.

The Mel Robbins Podcast: What Alcohol Does to Your Body: Harvard’s Dr. Sarah Wakeman With the Medical Facts You Need to Know. Today you’re getting a masterclass from one of the most renowned and respected experts on alcohol.

03/08/2024

This is why we do what we do at FabYOUlous fitness. Vicki has changed the trajectory of her life! We are so proud of her and the hard work she has put in over the past 2.5 years. She is such an inspiration to other women on the importance of taking time to take care of YOU

Learn how Vicki was able to reverse osteopenia she was diagnosed with in 2012.