Sweat & Sunshine

Lessons from the Trail: Creating a Work-Life Balance

Posted on February 16, 2022April 20, 2022 by Janelle

Last week I was motivated and inspired by the curiosity of my young female guest from Chicago. As we hiked along the trail she quizzed me about being an entrepreneur. When she asked me how many days I have off I giggled a bit out of embarrassment, knowing my answer would not reflect healthy behaviors….

Celebrate Black History Month on the Trails of Phoenix

Posted on February 1, 2022April 20, 2022 by Janelle

Join me for outdoor adventures and fitness experiences in Phoenix, Arizona this February and you can choose to add a Black History Month Trail Story to your experience, free. This year you can discover the little-know story of Harriet Tubman, the Naturalist. While we may be familiar with her brave escape from slavery and her…

3 Steps to Improve Flexibility

Posted on January 6, 2022April 20, 2022 by Janelle

I went to boot camp never having touched my toes, only to find out that doing so was part of the physical readiness test I would have to pass in order to graduate. Spoiler alert: I figured it out and graduated Navy boot camp in August 1996. So how did I get from lanky and…

Positive, proactive support to live your best life

September 12, 2021

I met Janelle through hiking and thanks to her guidance gained more respect and appreciation for what my body can do (a lot more than I had been doing in terms of hiking the desert and mountains!). Recently I returned to her for a package of eight remote sessions about nutrition. It’s not that I’m ignorant about food — it’s just that she’s really good at food! She is all about honoring the body with the fuel it needs and deserves. She helps me focus on what my body needs to function well, how to approach a day or week of meals in a joyful way, and even encourages me to try foods, recipes, and cooking techniques I haven’t explored in the past. And, on top of all that, she’s a genuinely wonderful person.

Kristi .

Perfect start to our trip!

April 6, 2021

Janelle was absolutely amazing! She made sure to cater the hike to our skill level and was extremely knowledgeable of the trails, wildlife, and vegetation. I will be booking again when I return to Arizona. If I could give anything greater than 5 stars, I would in a heartbeat!

Debonee R.

Response from Sweat & Sunshine

Thank you for sharing part of your trip with me and for sharing your experience here. Hiking with athletes like you two was a real treat. I loved our time on the rocks! Looking forawrd to another adventure. Cheers!