I started my blog—the one that became Running on Balance and is now Well Balanced Women—back in 2009. In the blogging world, this makes me a dinosaur.
In my mind, it makes me a trailblazer.
You see when I started blogging I had no intentions of being what we now call an influencer. That is, I didn’t start my blog with the intention of writing sponsored posts or being an affiliate marketer.
(In all honesty, I didn’t even know you could use a blog to really make money until years later.)
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I started blogging simply because I wanted to share what I know and what I love to do.
If you’re someone who has a passion and wants to share that passion with others, maybe blogging is a good fit for you, too!
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Every beginning blogger asks: What do I know?
I know women’s fitness and health. I am a lifelong fitness junkie and someone who knows how good it feels to feel good. I’m also a certified personal trainer, certified health coach, and the holder of additional yoga, aquatics, and group exercise instruction certifications as well.
What do I love to do?
I love to share health tips and that feeling great feeling with every woman.
I’m really no different than most of you, dear readers. I have a husband, three kids, a job, and my own interests. I have way more things on my to-do list than will ever get done.
But I know that I am at my best when I eat good food, move my body, get plenty of sleep, and take time for myself. So I’ve figured out a way to make sure those things happen even when life goes crazy.
What’s your WHY?
The reality is: life is always crazy. I can’t wait for things to calm down or for there to be less stuff to do or for the kids to grow up. Life is happening NOW, and I want to make the most of it.
As I’ve learned painfully from the death of two close friends, tomorrow isn’t guaranteed.
So I write to bring you the science of women’s health issues in simple language because knowledge is power.
I write to share tips and tricks from my own life that help me fit in fitness and make healthy choices.
Other active women share their stories of fitness quests or how meaningful movement can be fun!
I also write to inspire you to reach for your dreams (even when they don’t quite go to plan).
Really, creating this blog and how it supports the health coaching work I love is an act of self-care. It feeds me and fuels me to support the growing community of Well Balanced Women.
As my audience has grown (thank you for sharing!!), I’ve pushed myself to step out onto bigger stages. Blogging has given me a platform to grow my business from a local personal trainer to a worldwide virtual health coach. I’ve also used my blog to launch a series of women’s health and wellness ecourses. Because blogging is a great way to build authority, I’ve also been able to grow a public speaking revenue stream from my work.
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If you told me in 2008 that I’d still be blogging in 2019, I’d tell you that you’re crazy. But I’m so glad I’m still at it. Blogging is a great way to engage with a community of people who love what you have to share. And making an income from it, too, is just a bonus!
As always, thanks for being here and helping me do what I love.
Totally agree! I started back in 2012 doing movie reviews and ‘girl advice’ on blogger! Haha funny how things change, now I blog about Parenting and Lifestyle on my own site! ? keep being awesome!
Hey Karla! One of the best parts of blogging is the flexibility– you can change and morph your content as your interests change. Blogging can be both a great record of how your life has changed while still being of service to others. Have fun with it!
I just started blogging six months ago. Its a lot more to it than I thought even though I researched it first. Guess you just have to get in there and do it to really know. That is great that you want to help others and you are right life will always be happening right now. It doesn’t wait.
You’re right, Angelina. There’s a lot more to blogging than most people think. But once you get a process down, it all flows much more easily. I take one day every two weeks to do all of my blogging-related work. I find myself really looking forward to those days. Stick with it!
I started blogging last April and enjoy it so much! Thanks for the deal on the Type A conference, looks cool!
Hey there, Daniella! Welcome to the blogging world. Conferences are a great way to get out from behind your computer and meet other bloggers, all while learning tons about how the bigger blogging world works.
I love how you share your “why”. From a heart of passion which will always be rewarding no matter how small or big you become. Keep being passionate!
Its been awesome and fun blogging. I write with blend of experience and research. Its great connecting with people through blogging.
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Connecting with people through blogging has been the most rewarding (and unexpected!) part of my adventure.
Great information on a great topic to blog about Karen! I write about various lifestyle topics myself. It helps sharpen my writing skills and get me into the habit of writing every day. Thanks for sharing the information!
Hey there, Pam! Writing every day is a fantastic habit to develop. It’s like any type of exercise, in that it gets easier when you’re consistent with it.
Women’s fitness and health is very important. Great subject to blog about. I also started blogging to share what I love!
Hey there, LaWann. Aren’t we lucky to have such an accessible format to share what we love. Blogging is like breath to me.
It is inspiring to see people who keeps at it at blogging and succeeds. Thanks for sharing your story.
You’re welcome, Herlina. Come join a bunch of dedicated bloggers at the Type A conference, and you’ll go home dripping with inspiration!
I can relate to so much of what’s listed in this post. Seeking constant balance and living in the now and planning for future ‘moment living’ seems impossible but I think of my mother and parents around the world who have done it and am inspired. I love that you share with your readers why you blog and what it means to you. It’s such an incredible outlet that like any investment pays you back more than just money.
Hey there, Kirby! I love that you think of other women as a way to connect and feel centered. We’re all in this together!