Andee Bookmyer
Andee is a Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Health Coach, ACE Fitness Nutrition Specialist, Certified Group Fitness Instructor, Certified Mind Body Fitness Coach and Certified Stress Management Coach. She grew up in Northwest Indiana and attended Ball State University. She taught high school English for several years before becoming a mommy to Preston. She has a passion for writing, CrossFit, laughing and helping others. For more of her writing, you can visit her personal "Bookerella" blog at https://i5878.wordpress.com
Tips for Staying Healthy During Travel and Vacation
Summer is here, and for many, that means travel and vacation are on the radar. Yay! It’s like we can almost hear the Go Go’s singing to us back in the 80s, “Vacation all...
The Struggle is Real: Scaling Back Screen Time and Video Games
It started about three years ago with a surprise Christmas present for my son that yielded squeals of joy and excitement but now, three years later, that present has created stress and concern.
I’m talking...
Marching into March: The Power of Walking
Are you ready to march into March? Or spring into Spring? Whatever the phrase, Spring is nature’s way of saying “Let’s Party!” so to celebrate, let's get moving! Walking stands out as one of...
No Kids Allowed? Taking a Look at the Latest Wedding Trend
I remember when I received the invite to my high school reunion, and immediately I knew the answer was no. In fact, it was a very, very emphatic no. But with “no kid” weddings,...
The Holiday Bucket List
Whether we are ready for it or not, the countdown to the holidays is undoubtedly underway! It is common to feel pulled in many directions throughout December, but ultimately, we want to enjoy the...
Retail Therapy is REAL: Tips for Holiday Shopping!
November is here, which means Christmas is coming fast. ‘Tis the season to “Wine and Prime,” right? Retail therapy is real. And with the urgency to buy now with the media reporting there will...
I (Still) Only Have One Child
“Do you ever regret not giving your son a brother or a sister?” she asked, a blank look on her face, yet distinct curiosity glimmering in her eyes.
I wasn’t expecting that question from a...
Ending The Procrastination Of My Mammogram
I'm not a procrastinator, but with scheduling my mammogram, I am.
It doesn't make sense; I know it's the right thing to do. I know it's more than important. My usual Type-A self never misses...
Goodbye, Scale! This Summer We Are Breaking Up
Summer is in full effect, y’all, and my advice is - wear the swimsuit! Confidence is sexy and invigorating, and so is reclaiming your power over that sometimes annoying thing we call a scale.
Often...
A Warmer Weather Reminder: Please Slow Down
Yes, it’s nice out, and I know we are all so ready for beautiful weather, but here’s a friendly reminder to SLOW DOWN!
Now that it’s getting warmer, we are seeing more people out and...
Stress Management: Shifting the “All Pedal and No Brakes” Mentality
I am going to share a secret. Sometimes when I get stressed out, I pull out my “adult coloring book.” Amazon sure does have everything, right? Well, after I masterfully complete one of the...
Lesson Learned: Money Isn’t Everything
I am a corporate dropout. There, I said it.
I don’t necessarily say this proudly, but I also don’t say it with regret.
I don’t say this eagerly, yet I also feel a wave of relief.
I...
The Stress of a Child’s Surgery: A Mother’s Experience
Watching my sweet 7-year-old boy being wheeled away to the hospital’s surgery room was something I knew for weeks that I would need to be prepared for but wasn’t quite fully equipped to handle...