This summer we launched our newly designed Pietra Fitness website to give you a faster, more user-friendly experience.

Some deodorants and antiperspirants contain ingredients that could cause harm to our bodies, especially when used over long periods of time...

We now know what Christian meditation is, and how it differs from other forms of meditation, so let’s talk more about how to practice it.

In Part-Two of this series, we will look at how the focus and goal of Christian meditation is quite different than Eastern non-Christian meditation.

Meditation can indeed be beneficial for our overall health. But are all forms of meditation equal?

In August, the Church honors the Immaculate Heart of Mary. This month, we remember in a special way the interior life of the Blessed Mother...

Whether you find yourself at the pool, the beach, or a cookout with friends this summer you’re going to need some snacks.

It’s summertime and livin’ isn’t always easy.Oppressive heat and humidity can make the simplest of tasks feel impossibly difficult while vacation and fun plans

Everyday movements like walking, running, jumping dancing, even lifting and throwing depend on a strong lower body.

In June, the Church remembers and celebrates the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus.

You want to get serious about creating a daily fitness routine, but maybe you’re just not a morning person.

With bathing suit season coming up, you might feel the pressure to shed a few pounds fast. Going on a diet might seem like an effective way to achieve the look

Working out in the mornings offer some incredible benefits, including feeling more energetic, more focused, and less stressed for the rest of the day. Check ou

We just celebrated the most important (and beautiful) mass of the entire year––the Easter Vigil.

Strength training, especially of the upper body, has a place in every well-rounded fitness routine. Not only does it help you achieve a desired physique but it

Walking is a low-impact form of exercise that is often overlooked yet offers many health benefits to people of all ages and fitness levels.

Here are 12 ideas for Lent that will fill your body, mind, and soul and help ready you for encountering the Resurrected Christ.

One of the tragic effects of original sin is that we tend to hide from God. As soon as Adam and Eve sinned, they felt both naked and ashamed.

A new year always offers a fresh start, and for many of us, that means re-evaluating our food choices. While we can make positive change any time of year...

So, you’ve decided to commit to your fitness goals this new year. Congratulations! You’re at the start of a healthier, happier you.

Ah, the start of a new year-- bright and shiny with the promise and hope of good things to come. But is January 1st really any different from December 31st? Will this next year be the best yet?

Social distancing. Cancelled events. Little (if any) time with extended family. After nine months of the many precautions that have accompanied the Covid-19 pandemic...

Advent is the liturgical season of expectant waiting and preparation for the coming of Jesus at Christmas, but it is easy for the significance of Advent to be lost amidst the chaos surrounding the holidays. So how can we reclaim this holy season?

With all the hustle and bustle surrounding the holiday season, it’s easy to forget about your fitness goals until the new year rolls around. Don’t let your workouts become like the Ghost of Christmas Past. . .

It's difficult at times to find things to be thankful for, or to feel gratefulness rather than dissatisfaction. But Gratitude can not only positively affect our lives (and health) but also deepen our relationship with God and the people around us.

The Liturgical Calendar of the Catholic Church gives shape and meaning to the year, allowing us to order our days more toward God. But the liturgical feasts are just the beginning. . .

Water is essential for life. It makes up about 60% of the human person and plays a major role in making sure your body’s systems stay healthy and functioning.

When it comes to fitness, strengthening hips are probably not high on your agenda. And often enough, the hips aren’t a part of the body that we really think about until they start to bother us.

Have you ever struggled with motivation when it comes to your fitness journey? Thankfully, the Catholic Church offers us the greatest examples of courage: the saints.

Back pain can diminish your quality of life. Here is an intro to the structure of your back and 18 ways to protect it and keep it healthy, flexible, and strong.

Are you making progress in your spiritual life? Here are 12 practical yet powerful ways to . . .

How you start your morning sets the tone for the rest of your day. Here are 13 morning habits to ensure that you begin your day on . . .

Having a strong core is important to your overall health, but what does it mean to have a strong core? Read on for 20 exercises and workouts that . . .

It’s important to get a dose of sunshine every day, but too much exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays damages your skin . . .

Abandoning yourself into God’s loving arms is difficult, yet so fruitful—and it is only through prayer that you can gain the strength to do so.

Breaking bad habits isn’t easy. But by staying focused and incorporating some—or all—of these twelve tips, you can kick your bad habits once and for all!

Making sleep a priority and developing good sleep hygiene habits will not only give you more energy and focus, but it will . . .

Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue, heading out for a picnic, or in need of a dish to pass, these nine easy and delicious dishes . . .

These eight tips and six workouts will help reduce your risk of injury, increase your range of motion, and . . .

Contrary to what people may believe, Ordinary Time is far from vanilla or insignificant. Here’s everything you need to know...

Sleep loss adds up and affects more than your ability to function. Here are ten life-changing reasons to get more sleep . . .

Whether you love fashion or just want to make your closet a little simpler and stress-free, this closet exercise is for you!

Next time you’re tempted to hit snooze or skip out on exercise or you're just dreading your workout, look to these tips to get motivated.

The Church dedicates the month of May to honoring the Blessed Virgin Mary. Here are six ways you can celebrate her at home.

I fully came to understand and cherish my feminine heart through well-ordered self-care.

Over the past ten years, I have had the opportunity to share the gift of intentional and integrated wellness with a variety of women.

As I prepare for Mass, I typically pray the Universal Prayer attributed to Pope Clement XI. In this prayer...

Do you have (or have you ever experienced) pain in your knees? If so, you’re not alone. Knee pain is a common complaint from people of all ages.

Eggs are one of the healthiest and most versatile foods you can eat for breakfast.

Are you feeling overwhelmed or stressed? Does life sometimes seem as if it is spinning out of control?