tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22686139333404628442024-03-19T14:02:27.831-05:00Journeys FitnessAddressing all of your wellness needs for a healthy, balanced life.Raychelle Muhammadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16028455247294499884noreply@blogger.comBlogger110125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2268613933340462844.post-85792655381983527462021-07-03T16:22:00.003-05:002021-07-03T17:03:12.147-05:00Agent You: Show Up, Do the Work, and Succeed On Your Own Terms by Nicole Lynn (Book Review) Hold on to your seats, people. I was fortunate enough to get my hands on an advanced copy of NFL agent Nicole Lynn's new book entitled, Agent You: Show Up, Do the Work, and Succeed On Your Own Terms (Harper Horizon, July 13, 2021). Now if you don't know who she is, then let me get you up to speed. Nicole is the first Black female sports agent to represent a Raychelle Muhammadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16028455247294499884noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2268613933340462844.post-9152162520265614622017-01-02T06:00:00.000-06:002017-01-02T06:00:00.144-06:00Nike & The Fastest Runners In The World Attempt To Be The First To Finish A Marathon In Under 2 Hours
(Greetings, All! This is a piece I wrote for Terry Crews's blog, "Artbuff." Feel free to comment and share!)
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If you are a long distance runner, this story is either going to motivate you to get your marathon times up, or make you feel like a mere mortal and hang your running shoes up for good. After two years of research, testing, andRaychelle Muhammadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16028455247294499884noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2268613933340462844.post-55642101391185838992017-01-01T17:18:00.001-06:002017-01-01T17:18:56.728-06:00Serena Williams Won't Apologize For Being Black And Confident & We LOVE Her For It!
Christopher Griffith for The New York Times
(Greetings, All! This is a piece I originally wrote for Rickey Smiley's blog, "The Rickey Smiley Morning Show" that I thought I would share with you here. Enjoy and feel free to leave comments!)
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At 35 years old, this little Black girl from Compton has become one of Raychelle Muhammadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16028455247294499884noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2268613933340462844.post-9238368798753303642016-11-02T14:09:00.000-05:002016-11-02T14:09:31.342-05:00You only get one shot!
I find it very interesting that anything and everything that heals, liberates, educates, and uplifts a people is considered "controversial". Don't you? Think about it. The people in your life seem to lose their individual and collective minds when you make a change in your lifestyle that goes against the grain.
Some of my favorite OMG moments include:
1) "I don't always vote Democrat/Raychelle Muhammadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16028455247294499884noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2268613933340462844.post-79118581264371693512016-10-08T12:12:00.000-05:002016-10-08T12:12:00.059-05:00Getting Well: Are you ready for love again?
It is no secret that roughly 50% of all marriages in this country end in divorce. And divorce rates for second marriages are even higher. The latter has, in part, been attributed to rebound dating which has been known to prevent you from healing emotionally.
It is important to take some time to reconnect with yourself, do some self-examination, and discover what you want and need out of life.Raychelle Muhammadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16028455247294499884noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2268613933340462844.post-381223804355623592016-05-31T12:29:00.000-05:002016-05-31T12:29:40.419-05:00Do you want to win?
Winners don't quit. They find ways to challenge themselves constantly. Winners attack their weaknesses rather than cower and make excuses. They fight through adversity and seek to solve their problems.
They never underestimate their opponents and they are their own worst critics. These people tap into their God-power. They embrace failure as part of the learning process. They focus on being Raychelle Muhammadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16028455247294499884noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2268613933340462844.post-62550609951211907242013-01-01T08:39:00.000-06:002013-01-01T08:39:00.324-06:002013: The Year of Progress
I have declared 2013 as "The Year of Progress" instead of making a resolution this year. Sure, I have set some lofty goals for myself on both a personal and professional level, but every goal is contingent upon completion of a previous one. I have a plan to get from point A, to point B, etc.
What's the point of having a plan? Consider that thousands and thousands of people vow to lose Raychelle Muhammadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16028455247294499884noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2268613933340462844.post-63006317247031526902012-11-14T06:52:00.001-06:002012-11-14T06:52:26.359-06:00These Super Foods Will Energize You in a Healthy Way
Greetings, All!
Here an article that I wrote for Workout Healthy Blog that I thought you might find beneficial. Follow the link below to read the entire post and let me know what you think!
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These Super Foods Will Energize You in a Healthy Way
When feeling lethargic, it is fairly common that people reach for sugar, caffeine, and snacks to get up Raychelle Muhammadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16028455247294499884noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2268613933340462844.post-13819903888005810402012-09-10T09:33:00.000-05:002012-09-10T09:33:25.342-05:00Immunize Yourself
Something that I am really embracing is the knowledge of who I am and how important it is to reflect on my journey. Today, I want to encourage each of you to take an honest look at what you have managed to accomplish in this life. Consider the tough times you have made it through and be grateful. You are a fantastic creation and you should honor the best parts of yourself. Commit to Raychelle Muhammadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16028455247294499884noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2268613933340462844.post-75465998225437464832012-08-16T08:51:00.001-05:002012-08-16T08:51:07.153-05:00Pay Attention to Your Family History
Knowing your family medical history is critical to creating a wellness and fitness plan for your life.While it is not guaranteed that you will develop heart disease or diabetes, know that the likelihood is greater if there is history of these diseases in your family. Often, it is the repetition of a pattern of behaviors that leads to illness. Making healthy lifestyle changes can greatly Raychelle Muhammadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16028455247294499884noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2268613933340462844.post-84405102329156942872012-07-31T08:36:00.002-05:002012-07-31T08:36:48.519-05:00Some Basic Rules for Proper Nutrition During Ramadan
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Raychelle Muhammadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16028455247294499884noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2268613933340462844.post-9890077937010969542012-07-25T09:27:00.003-05:002012-07-25T09:27:42.874-05:00Are You Looking for a Wellness Educator or Author Visit?
I had such a wonderful experience teaching "The Science of Nutrition"
to the students at Workshop Houston's Summer Leadership Institute 2012
that I have decided to offer nutrition seminars, wellness seminars, and
writing workshops to schools, businesses, and groups. Visit this link
for more information: http://journeysfit.blogspot.com/p/workshops-and-seminars.html
I look forward to Raychelle Muhammadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16028455247294499884noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2268613933340462844.post-48872611545109142472012-07-14T09:33:00.000-05:002012-07-14T09:33:45.174-05:00Eating Well for Longevity
Longevity: n. a long duration of individual life. http://www.merriam-webster.com/medical/longevity
The amounts and kinds of foods that we consume should be selected based on human nutritional needs at every stage of growth and development. Infants, children, teenagers, adults, and seniors all have different energy and dietary requirements that should be adjusted as they age. Understanding how Raychelle Muhammadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16028455247294499884noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2268613933340462844.post-31044461716602500742012-06-30T12:27:00.000-05:002012-06-30T12:27:01.626-05:00Are You the Priority or the Option?
As a former retailer, I have come to understand that customer relationships make or break your business. You may provide superior products and services. Your place of business may be modern, clean, well-stocked, and have great signage. You could have hired the most qualified staff. The business may have a strong presence in the community. You have invested in a great advertising campaign and Raychelle Muhammadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16028455247294499884noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2268613933340462844.post-50007995545453864042012-06-17T00:00:00.000-05:002012-07-15T10:29:38.703-05:00Ramadan Is Just Around the Corner~Are You Prepared?
Ramadan will begin on or around July 20, 2012. The key to a successful fast is preparation: mentally, physically, and spiritually. Making the Fast: How to Eat to Live During Ramadan is a guide that will help you meet your dietary, hydration, and physical needs during the Holy Month.
In Making the Fast, readers will learn the following:
1) Why We Fast During Ramadan
2) How to Raychelle Muhammadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16028455247294499884noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2268613933340462844.post-26644661368162766272012-06-03T19:18:00.000-05:002012-06-03T19:18:08.905-05:0012 Year-Old Publishes Novel!
Greetings, All! My 12 year-old daughter Halima has just wrapped another school year and will be entering the 9th grade this fall. She was a Texas State Finalist in the Letters About Literature Writing Contest for her third consecutive year. One of the most exciting accomplishments is that Halima participated in National Novel Writers Month (NaNoWriMo) and will be publishing her novel, RileyRaychelle Muhammadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16028455247294499884noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2268613933340462844.post-71811703946372651292012-05-18T07:51:00.001-05:002012-05-22T12:11:08.712-05:00A Big Announcement! At Least It Is for Me...
Those of you who regularly read Raychelle Writes know that
I enjoy interviewing authors and artists. I love blogging about all
things writing and hosting other writers. Oh, and I have a thing for
children's books, so I write them, illustrate them, and review them,
too. All and all, I see writing as a way to share what I am learning. It
is cathartic and a true outlet for me.
There areRaychelle Muhammadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16028455247294499884noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2268613933340462844.post-84426974069178324052012-05-11T00:00:00.000-05:002012-05-11T00:00:00.638-05:00Lessons From My "Life Coach"
Yesterday, I had a rather cathartic conversation with one of my dearest friends of over 25 years. The topics of discussion ranged from our families and personal growth to our journeys through adulthood and our future aspirations. The most significant part of our discussion tackled how easy it is to "get stuck in a rut" and how difficult it can be to get free. The biggest lesson that I learned isRaychelle Muhammadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16028455247294499884noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2268613933340462844.post-7662877936225972752012-05-10T00:00:00.000-05:002012-05-10T00:00:03.318-05:00Our Deepest Fear
“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, "Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?" Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that Raychelle Muhammadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16028455247294499884noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2268613933340462844.post-89595447344230572202012-05-09T00:00:00.000-05:002012-05-09T00:00:05.602-05:00What Inspires Me
At GlobalGrind.com, Russell Simmons has placed a call to the blogging community "to think about the importance of inspiration." They are featuring a special editorial theme around the fundamental question, “What inspires you?” Please read Mr. Simmons' post at:
http://globalgrind.com/content/408806/Russells-Blog-What-Inspires-You/
To inspire means:
1. to fill with an animating, quickening, or Raychelle Muhammadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16028455247294499884noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2268613933340462844.post-77431586492106958072012-05-08T10:00:00.000-05:002012-06-20T08:42:48.494-05:00The Dangers of Soy
Greetings, All!
I am taking a break from my studies to share an interesting article with you about the effects that unfermented soybeans have on our health. The soybean is widely used in packaged foods from breads and cereals to salad dressings and meat alternatives. It is listed in the ingredients as soybean oil, soybean flour, soy lecithin, soy protein isolate, etc. Consumption of soy-laden Raychelle Muhammadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16028455247294499884noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2268613933340462844.post-9807560274669639182012-04-08T08:08:00.000-05:002012-04-08T08:08:23.279-05:00Detoxing the Body with Pomegranate Juice
Here is an excerpt from an article I wrote for Workout Healthy Blog entitled, "Detoxing the Body with Pomegranate Juice". In researching this subject, I learned that pomegranate juice is great for the heart, too. Check it out!
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To detox the body means to remove toxins and waste from the bodily systems. Because the small intestine absorbs needed Raychelle Muhammadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16028455247294499884noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2268613933340462844.post-28565644852424136952012-03-24T11:51:00.000-05:002012-03-24T11:51:05.887-05:00Which Is More Threatening?
This young man...
...or this one?
(FYI: This is the SAME PERSON...)Raychelle Muhammadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16028455247294499884noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2268613933340462844.post-35043853098495733112012-03-09T08:44:00.001-06:002012-03-09T08:44:52.779-06:00I'll Have a Little Pink Slime with That!
ABC news recently ran a story on the filler used in ground meat that consumers purchase everyday at the grocery store called, "70 Percent of Ground Beef at Supermarkets Contains ‘Pink Slime’". I've posted an excerpt and link to the full article below. Do with this information what you will, but I don't eat and won't be eating any red or pink meat in the foreseeable future. I'm just sayin'...
Raychelle Muhammadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16028455247294499884noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2268613933340462844.post-76732109884600834222012-02-24T07:17:00.001-06:002012-02-24T07:17:18.868-06:00*Re-Post* What Is "False" Fat?
According to Dr. Susan Lark on www.drlark.com, chemical imbalances are the root cause of weight gain in women over 40. These imbalances include a sluggish metabolism which accompanies aging, food allergies that trigger an inflammatory response, and mood swings that intensify food cravings. "False fat" is the accumulation of inflammatory fluids in body tissue caused by food allergies. Where Raychelle Muhammadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16028455247294499884noreply@blogger.com5