What’s the Big Deal about Stress?
The Hidden Beast You Must Beat
August 17, 2009
By Candace Grasso, CEO and Founder of Fit Is It, Inc.
A type-A woman I know once told me that she’s always after her family to “quite smoking, eat right, exercise, don’t drink too much and, for goodness sake, slow down and drive safely.” This woman is no hypocrite; for all the years I’ve known her, she’s always practiced what she preaches. Read more »
Vacation: Pizza, French Fries and Beer … OH MY!
How To Get Away From It All Without Gaining It All
July 2, 2009
By Candace Grasso, CEO and Founder of Fit Is It, Inc.
Summer is finally here. Time to fish out the beach towel, cooler, inner tube and sunscreen. You’ll need your SPF15, 30 and 50, too. I actually saw an SPF of 70 the other day. Then I was told you could buy a Super Shear 100+, but that store didn’t carry it. I said, “No worries, if I can’t find it I’ll just drape myself in burlap from head to toe, that should do the trick.” I mean, give me a break! Read more »
Muscling Through Menopause
This 'Old Friend' Needs Some Attention
May 26, 2009
By Candace Grasso, CEO and Founder of Fit Is It, Inc.
Well, it’s that time of the month and I’m feeling just a wee bit “fussy.” In a couple of days, this most dependable, persistent and annoying of “friends” will be here … again! Read more »
Eat Less, Move More!
What Do You Have To Lose?
April 9, 2009
By Candace Grasso, CEO and Founder of Fit Is It, Inc.
Spring has sprung! It’s finally here. The days are getting longer. Once again the sun greets us when we wake and waits to accompany us home at the end of the day. Birds are chirping, buds are blooming and brightly colored bundles of flowers have begun peeking their heads through the once frozen roofs of their winter homes. It all sounds fabulous!
Living Outside The Box
Creating Your Own Extraordinary Moments
February 23, 2009
By Candace Grasso, CEO and Founder of Fit Is It, Inc.
So, it’s a Monday morning (that alone is enough to make a crowd of thousands groan in quiet, soulful solidarity) and I’m awakened to the sound of the local television news, traffic and weather softly playing in the background. The TV’s on because my husband has been up for half an hour, reading and taking care of our 15-year-old dog, Lady. Read more »
‘Thinking’ Your Resolutions Into Reality
It's Time To Flex Some Mental Muscle
January 15, 2009
By Candace Grasso, CEO and Founder of Fit Is It, Inc.
Well, the lights are down and the tree is curbside, awaiting its transformation to bless someone’s garden with beautiful mulch. The candles are all carefully nestled away, along with all of the boxes, tissue paper, buttons and bows that had cluttered the family-room floor. Read more »
Overcoming Holiday Overload
A Sensible Prescription for Staying Healthy Down the Home Stretch
December 2, 2008
By Candace Grasso,
CEO and Founder of Fit Is It, Inc.
A little while ago, I stopped to get a cup of coffee at my favorite Java-pushing pagoda. It was there that I realized how far behind the eight-ball I’d fallen yet again.
In my pre-caffeinated condition, I bellied up to the bar and ordered my usual: “May I have a medium, non-fat, sugar-free, Sahara-dry cappuccino?” Sounds impressive, I know. Read more »
