Kristen, Author at Fit Bottomed Girls https://fitbottomedgirls.com/author/kristen-seymour/ Health + fitness that's feminist AF Tue, 21 Mar 2023 13:21:35 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.2 122404920 Making Mindful Memories on Maui With Kiawe Outdoor https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2023/03/making-mindful-memories-on-maui-with-kiawe-outdoor/ Tue, 21 Mar 2023 13:18:52 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=315694 We talk a lot about mindful eating around here, and for lots of good reasons! But, at least for me, I often think of it as a personal practice. Maybe not solitary, exactly, but it’s something that I do, for myself – not because someone else is influencing it. But mindful is one of the first words I reached for when describing my incredible outdoor dining experience with Kiawe Outdoor, along with thoughtful, elevated, and, holy cow how did I get this lucky? I happened to be on Maui for my husband’s work (which, yes, is a big part of…

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]]> 315694 From the Sunshine State to the Camino de Santiago https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2022/07/from-the-sunshine-state-to-the-camino-de-santiago/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2022/07/from-the-sunshine-state-to-the-camino-de-santiago/#comments Tue, 19 Jul 2022 18:52:29 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=315615 You all know how much I’ve always loved booking races as an excuse to go somewhere new and fun, but this summer, I discovered a new love — the inn-to-inn walking holiday. Long story short, my husband (you all know Jared, right?) and I had an opportunity to go to Spain — specifically, to San Sebastián. And, once I saw where we’d be, I began looking into cool hiking opportunities in the area. As it turned out, San Sebastián was right on the path of the Camino del Norte, which is one of several routes of the Camino de Santiago,…

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]]> https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2022/07/from-the-sunshine-state-to-the-camino-de-santiago/feed/ 1 315615 A New Spin on the Home Office https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2022/02/a-new-spin-on-the-home-office/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2022/02/a-new-spin-on-the-home-office/#comments Mon, 14 Feb 2022 12:00:20 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=315563 If I had a dime for every time, over the past two years, someone asked me for advice on working from home … well, I wouldn’t need to work from home anymore, because I’ve fielded this question a lot. And it’s fair! After all, I’ve been doing the remote work thing, full time, non-stop, and for countless clients (including my work here at FBG) since 2007. I’ve learned a thing or two … or maybe twenty. And one of the most important things I’ve learned is that, wow, I do not like to sit all day. But I also don’t…

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]]> https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2022/02/a-new-spin-on-the-home-office/feed/ 1 315563 A Few of My Hiking Must-Haves https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2021/11/a-few-of-my-hiking-must-haves/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2021/11/a-few-of-my-hiking-must-haves/#comments Thu, 04 Nov 2021 11:00:39 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=315491 There’s not much I love as much as getting out in nature and being active, and, although the last (*counts on fingers*) 20 months or so have been incredibly difficult, one silver lining is the fact that the pandemic did lead to many of us spending more time outdoors than ever before. From weekend kayaking trips to epic mountain treks, I’ve been taking full advantage of all the fresh air Ma Nature has to offer — and with an Arizona camper van adventure planned for December, I have no intent of stopping. But, as I talk to friends about these…

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]]> https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2021/11/a-few-of-my-hiking-must-haves/feed/ 5 315491 Running Gear That’s Putting Pep in Our Step https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2021/05/running-gear-thats-putting-pep-in-our-step/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2021/05/running-gear-thats-putting-pep-in-our-step/#comments Tue, 25 May 2021 11:00:25 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=314899 I often compare running to golf. In both sports, consistent effort and good form basically always lead to improvement. And, in both sports, you need to be prepared for bad days, because even the most consistent effort and the best form can’t guarantee that every time out will be a success. I mean, who among us hasn’t trained to the very best of our ability, only to fall short (or fall apart) on an important training run, or even on race day? But we come back to it another day — maybe even stronger for having experienced that failure. Another…

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]]> https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2021/05/running-gear-thats-putting-pep-in-our-step/feed/ 11 314899 My Experience With the Marukan ACV Challenge https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2021/03/my-experience-with-the-marukan-acv-challenge/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2021/03/my-experience-with-the-marukan-acv-challenge/#comments Tue, 30 Mar 2021 11:00:34 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=314820 We are an official ambassador for Marukan. Marukan provided us with product samples for the purpose of this post, as well as compensation for our time. As always, all opinions expressed are our own. The health benefits of apple cider vinegar aren’t exactly new — and I don’t mean that in the sense that you’ve probably been hearing about it for a few years. Sure, it’s made headlines, often as a part of “detox diets” and the like, but if that’s the extent of your ACV knowledge, let me challenge you to learn a little more. Way back in ancient…

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]]> https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2021/03/my-experience-with-the-marukan-acv-challenge/feed/ 9 314820 Finding the Silver Lining https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2021/02/finding-the-silver-lining/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2021/02/finding-the-silver-lining/#comments Tue, 09 Feb 2021 12:00:44 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=314620 What a decade 2020 was, right? via GIPHY At best, last year hit us with major changes to our daily lives and wave after wave of catastrophic news. At worst, we suffered devastating personal losses. I can’t imagine anyone came out unscathed, and to those of you who are struggling, please know that we see you and honor you. (Therapy, in my experience, can be a huge help, and there are loads of options for virtual appointments these days. I had a few appointments with a counselor at BetterHelp when I felt myself spiraling last summer, and many of my…

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]]> https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2021/02/finding-the-silver-lining/feed/ 12 314620 Snacks That Support Women https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2020/05/snacks-that-support-women/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2020/05/snacks-that-support-women/#comments Wed, 06 May 2020 11:00:41 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=313919 What’s something you’ve done during this pandemic that you’re proud of? What’s one thing that’s made you feel good? via GIPHY Maybe it’s sending a postcard or letter to a friend, or leaving some fresh baked cookies on your neighbor’s doorstep. Perhaps you’re writing positive reviews for local businesses you would normally frequent, or making time to call your parents or grandparents more often. If you’re looking for an idea beyond the ones above, may I suggest a little online shopping with the Women’s Bean Project? Whether you’re looking for some snacks and staples to stock your own pantry or…

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]]> https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2020/05/snacks-that-support-women/feed/ 2 313919 A Simple Way to Help the Planet — and Yourself https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2020/04/a-simple-way-to-help-the-planet-and-yourself/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2020/04/a-simple-way-to-help-the-planet-and-yourself/#comments Wed, 22 Apr 2020 11:00:48 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=313669 At the start of 2020, I made a conscious decision to work on reducing my impact on the planet by focusing on cutting back on my use of disposable items. My intention was great, but I was a little hazy on exactly how to implement it in a way that would make it stick. Because, let me be honest with you — I’m passionate about doing my part to help the planet, but … I’m human. I don’t really want to make my life harder, you know? Fortunately, I had an opportunity to interview Kathryn Kellogg, founder of Going Zero…

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]]> https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2020/04/a-simple-way-to-help-the-planet-and-yourself/feed/ 17 313669 Tips for Getting More Out of Your Home Workouts https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2020/04/tip-for-getting-more-out-of-your-home-workouts/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2020/04/tip-for-getting-more-out-of-your-home-workouts/#comments Mon, 06 Apr 2020 11:00:02 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=313561 There have been a few moments during this pandemic that make me think, “Clearly, this is what I’ve been training for.” Working from home? Been doing it since Dubya was in office. Meal planning? Maybe I haven’t been great at it, but it’s something I’ve been trying to do for years — although I have to admit that having every single meal at home is … kind of a lot. But my friends and acquaintances aren’t coming to me with questions about setting up a home office or figuring out meals — they’re asking me about workouts. Not just what…

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