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4 Reasons to Try a Meal Kit Delivery Service
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4 Reasons to Try a Meal Kit Delivery Service

I tried my first meal kit service last year during lockdowns. This was a big deal for me because I am a terrible cook and […]

7 Ways I Save Money on Healthy Eating
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7 Ways I Save Money on Healthy Eating

Groceries in Canada are ridiculously expensive! The fact that I pay more than $5 for a gallon of milk is insane. It would be easy […]

3 Ways to Stay Healthy & Happy in Quarantine
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3 Ways to Stay Healthy & Happy in Quarantine

It’s my last day of mandatory quarantine! When I was told I had to quarantine because a student of mine tested positive for COVID, I […]

Guest Post: How to Relieve Sore Muscles Fast
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Guest Post: How to Relieve Sore Muscles Fast

Sore muscles aren’t exactly a medical emergency, but they can really disrupt your life. Whether it’s the result of an overly ambitious workout or the […]

Are You Drinking the Right Water?
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Are You Drinking the Right Water?

As someone so interested in health I’m surprised I never learned more about water. Water is the most important resource on the planet and nutrient […]

Six Month Mommy Makeover Challenge with Nutritious & Delicious
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Six Month Mommy Makeover Challenge with Nutritious & Delicious

When I found out I was pregnant again I knew that nutrition was going to play a big part in getting healthy and losing baby […]

How to Use a Checklist to Establish Healthy Habits
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How to Use a Checklist to Establish Healthy Habits

I wanted to share how to use a checklist to establish healthy habits. Using a checklist has really helped me during this pregnancy. It started […]

7 Easy Ways to A Healthier You in 2020
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7 Easy Ways to A Healthier You in 2020

New year, new decade, new you! Sound familiar? Normally, I love the chance to set a new intention for the year but this year my […]

Black Bean Brownies Recipe from Dunnebells
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Black Bean Brownies Recipe from Dunnebells

Hey, Better Livin fam! I know you are here for the most delicious black bean brownie recipe ever but I wanted to do a quick […]

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Hi! I’m Rachel!

I’m an Alberta-based mama and substitute teacher who loves to write.

This is a blog focused on hiking, fitness, healthy living, and living your best life! Visit my ‘About’ page for more info.

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Waterfalls & Icebergs at Cameron Lake

My Favourite Posts

I have a lot of posts with stories near and dear to my heart but these are a handful of my favourites:

  • Waterfalls & Icebergs at Cameron Lake
  • Camping with babies
  • Bertha Falls, No Shoes, No Pants, No Problem
  • He’s Here
  • Logan’s Birth Story
  • Ice Skating on Waterton Lake
  • Mt. Galwey & a Scrambling Accident
  • Mt. Vimy Peak & Biking in a Hailstorm
  • Amazing Cracker Lake 
  • My Fitness History
  • Hiking Highline Trail

 

Recent Posts

  • Deseret News Half Marathon Race Recap
  • 7 Natural Ways to Help You Have a Better Sleep
  • Hiking to Star Creek Falls with Kids
  • Night Hiking Under A Super Moon
  • My 4 Year Old Hiked Bears Hump

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The beginning of my half marathon versus the end. The beginning of my half marathon versus the end. 😁➡️🥵

Up on the blog today is a recap of my half at the @deseretnewsmarathon in Salt Lake City. 

Time to retire from distance running. I’ll stick to 5k’s from now on. Ha ha!

#running #halfmarathon #mizunorunning
Beach day- Instagram ➡️ Reality. Ha ha ha! I Beach day- Instagram ➡️ Reality. Ha ha ha! 

I will be washing sand out of those curls for days! 😂
I have a new article posted to @exploremagazine to I have a new article posted to @exploremagazine today! I spoke with @canmoremd to get a Doctors perspective on whether cold plunging while hiking is safe. 

Visit this link to read more: https://www.explore-mag.com/Should-You-Go-Cold-Plunging-While-Hiking
Is there anything cuter than a toddler in hiking b Is there anything cuter than a toddler in hiking boots?

Up on the blog today is a recap of hiking to Star Creek Falls with kids. This is a short but adventurous hike that requires some climbing up a chain next to a waterfall. It’s a great one for brave kids.
I sure miss my siblings! Whether we’re chilling I sure miss my siblings! Whether we’re chilling at home or climbing mountains, we always have a great time. 

Can anyone name this hike? 🥾
Tynan has been telling people his favourite part o Tynan has been telling people his favourite part of our trip was sleeping in a tent. I forgot how much I loved it too! There is something so relaxing about the simplicity of only needing a tent and sleeping bag. 🏕

The key question now is do I dare try to take Logan out tenting? Lol!
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The beginning of my half marathon versus the end. The beginning of my half marathon versus the end. 😁➡️🥵

Up on the blog today is a recap of my half at the @deseretnewsmarathon in Salt Lake City. 

Time to retire from distance running. I’ll stick to 5k’s from now on. Ha ha!

#running #halfmarathon #mizunorunning
Beach day- Instagram ➡️ Reality. Ha ha ha! I Beach day- Instagram ➡️ Reality. Ha ha ha! 

I will be washing sand out of those curls for days! 😂
I have a new article posted to @exploremagazine to I have a new article posted to @exploremagazine today! I spoke with @canmoremd to get a Doctors perspective on whether cold plunging while hiking is safe. 

Visit this link to read more: https://www.explore-mag.com/Should-You-Go-Cold-Plunging-While-Hiking
Is there anything cuter than a toddler in hiking b Is there anything cuter than a toddler in hiking boots?

Up on the blog today is a recap of hiking to Star Creek Falls with kids. This is a short but adventurous hike that requires some climbing up a chain next to a waterfall. It’s a great one for brave kids.
I sure miss my siblings! Whether we’re chilling I sure miss my siblings! Whether we’re chilling at home or climbing mountains, we always have a great time. 

Can anyone name this hike? 🥾
Tynan has been telling people his favourite part o Tynan has been telling people his favourite part of our trip was sleeping in a tent. I forgot how much I loved it too! There is something so relaxing about the simplicity of only needing a tent and sleeping bag. 🏕

The key question now is do I dare try to take Logan out tenting? Lol!
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