Ruth Soukup's Blog, page 2
May 31, 2022
Metabolism in Middle Age: What it is and why it matters
We recently had an LWSL & Co. insider, Naomi, write in asking for guidance on how to feel (and look) good in her own skin, now that she is in the middle part of her life. As women, we are so much more than our homes and who we are to our loved ones, and […]
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40 and Fabulous: Being intentional with your life
40. The big 4 – 0. This birthday always seems to be marked with a negative outlook or a gloomy cloud hanging over it. Guess that means it’s all downhill from here—the best years are in the past…right? HA! Not. even. close.And if you’ve been made to believe this, or even suspect that it may […]
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How I finally stopped dieting (and lost 40 pounds for good)
I first started writing Living Well Spending Less almost 12 years ago, in July 2010. At the time, I was a 32-year-old stay-at-home mom of two toddlers and spent most of my time trying to keep up with the housework, chasing my kids around, and caring for my 82-year-old mother-in-law, who had moved in with […]
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May 30, 2022
Favorite 5 – Ruth
Maggie’s Favorite 5 Maggie’s an avid marathon runner, so we asked her to recommend her favorite running gear. These are Maggie’s Favorite 5 Amazon finds if you’re just starting to run, or are just looking for something new! *Reminder: availability is subject to change without notice. * Shorts – I have these running shorts in […]
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May 17, 2022
June Magazine 2022 – Energize Your Life
Can you believe it’s June already? If you’re like us, it might feel like summer just snuck up on you. And even though you feel like you’re supposed to be energized and ready for summer, you might still feel a little run down by the long winter, and a busy schedule. That’s why our June […]
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May 16, 2022
June’s Favorite 5 – Favorite Running Essentials
Maggie’s Favorite 5 Maggie’s an avid marathon runner, so we asked her to recommend her favorite running gear. These are Maggie’s Favorite 5 Amazon finds if you’re just starting to run, or are just looking for something new! *Reminder: availability is subject to change without notice. * Shorts – I have these running shorts in […]
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April 28, 2022
How to Fit In More Fitness
Convinced you don't have time for working out? You may simply need to reset your idea of what counts as exercise! Don't miss these simple tips for how to fit in more fitness every single day....completely painlessly! Take it from a girl who hates to exercise--this is one post you can't afford to miss!
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When Water Won’t Cut It
Are you drinking enough water? Believe it or not, the benefits of water go far beyond hydration, and if you're not taking advantage of them, you are missing out! Don't miss these eight good reasons to drink more water, as well as a few smart ideas for sneaking more water into your day!
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3 Ways to Turn Your Breakdowns into Breakthroughs
Think certain people live perfect lives? Even those people who seem to have it all together actually face obstacles and breakdowns. In this episode of the Do It Scared™ Podcast, Ruth shares that the trick isn’t to have everything go right, but rather to turn obstacles into opportunities and breakdowns into breakthroughs!
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Quick Workouts at Home
Ready to get in shape? Believe it or not, you don't have to join a gym to get fit. If you're looking for a quick workout you can do in the comfort of your own home, these 5 simple exercises will help you strengthen and tone in just a few minutes a day.
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