Thrive with Jen

08/26/2026

WHEN DID DISCOMFORT BECOME BAD PARENTING?

For the last few years, I've planned a physically and mentally challenging activity for us to do as a family. In years past, it’s been hikes (Mount Louie and Ambler in Grande Cache, Lake Louise Tea House, Sulphur Mountain in Banff), but this year, with Ruby’s new bike-riding skills, we decided to bike the Legacy Trail from Canmore to Banff....

For the last few years, I’ve planned a physically and mentally challenging activity for us to do as a family. In years past, it’s been hikes (Mount Louie and Ambler in Grande Cache, Lake Loui…

08/16/2026

Hello, Beloved Body

“In moments of great fear, we often forget how powerful we are. When we face a health challenge, we forget to say “Hello, beloved body. What do you need?” When life offers us loss or uncertainty, we forget to ask “Well, now, what am I going to make of this?” Such questions have a transformative power. They activate our curiosity, which cuts through our fear and dispels the idea that we’re helpless....

“In moments of great fear, we often forget how powerful we are. When we face a health challenge, we forget to say “Hello, beloved body. What do you need?” When life offers us loss or uncertainty, w…

07/30/2026

What would happen if one woman told the truth about her life?

“What would happen if one woman told the truth about her life? The world would split open.” –Muriel Rukeyser I could curate my presence in a way that has all the best intentions and all the right angles. I can be a coach. I can recommend, guide, and provide all the tips and tricks to make the process easier and more accessible....

“What would happen if one woman told the truth about her life? The world would split open.” –Muriel Rukeyser I could curate my presence in a way that has all the best intentions and all the right a…

04/30/2026

Yeah, we’re just focusing on hypertrophy right now. Nothing crazy. 💪

Meanwhile…
They’re watching.
They’re learning.
They’re copying EVERYTHING. 👀

They really do pick up on our habits! (in the gym and out of it.) @‌sam_sulek would be proud. Or concerned. 😂

04/23/2026

It tastes just as good as it looks! Simple, protein and fibre forward, delicious. 🌱

04/21/2026

When the Scale Tips: Choosing Focus Over Balance

For the past 6 months… A few years ago, my dreams and wishes consisted of wanting to get a dog for our family, have a baby, and go back to school. I remember saying to a friend, “Which one should I choose? I want them all.” She said, “Why not all of them?” I said, “How will I do all of this and not go crazy?”...

For the past 6 months… A few years ago, my dreams and wishes consisted of wanting to get a dog for our family, have a baby, and go back to school. I remember saying to a friend, “Which one should I…

04/16/2026

This is your reminder to;

Romanticize the small things.
Take care of your body.
Forgive yourself quicker.
Laugh louder.