Jena Pugh
Jena Pugh is a stay-at-home working mom, a wife to her adoring husband Paul, and mama to
two spunky girls. She currently writes daily
blogs for Entertainment Benefits Group, a travel company that sells discounted tickets
to Orlando theme parks (BestofOrlando.com, OrlandoFunTickets.com) and Las Vegas
(BestofVegas.com) shows and attractions. Her blogs include happenings in both Vegas
and Orlando as well as celebrity sightings in Sin City. Jena also teaches group fitness classes with Jacksonville Stroller Strength and is certified as a nutrition coach.
Hydration for Hot Mamas
Whether you’re just getting into running or are training for your first big race one of the first questions I always hear is what should I eat/drink before, during and after my run? In...
Run on This: 5 Tips For Beginner Runners
If you’re interested in picking up running, I have five tips to keep you injury free, cool, comfortable and inspired.
1. Get Fitted
Since running uses minimal equipment, it’s easy to think that if you have...
Father’s Day: A Dad’s Perspective
I recently saw the new Nissan Altima commercial about a couple welcoming their first child into the world. In the video the newby dad is portrayed as timid, shy and completely unsure of his...
“You Have Preeclampsia”
I remember reading Megan’s HELLP post back in January and thinking my preeclampsia experience was a breeze compared to hers. So when she asked me to share my own story I felt a little...
Are We Turning Into Our Mothers?!
Yes, we absolutely are and while the thought of turning into your mother may have you shaking your head and screaming “WHY??” the question we should be asking ourselves is, “Is turning into my...
Could You Have a Hypothyroid?
My arms were tingly, my hair was falling out and I felt tired ALL of the time. This may sound like a typical day in the life of a mommy but when I was...
Jacksonville Parks: A Review
Last week’s temps may not have felt like spring weather, but it is, in fact, springtime! And while we may still have a chilly day or two here and there, most of us are...
Eyeglass Wearers, You Can Finally Wear Sunglasses!
I wear glasses and I have since I was in the 3rd grade, but I’ve never really liked wearing them. By the time I was in 7th grade I had contacts and the only...
How to Make Oatmeal Less Blah and More Yeah!
I used to hate oatmeal when I was a kid. It was bland and dry and no amount of honey could make it moist enough to get down my throat. My mom always touted...
I’m Happy, I’m Sad, I’m Scared: My 0-to-60 Mama Moments
We call Isla “0 to 60” because she can go from being completely giggly one minute to a ball of tears the next. But I think that moniker is more suited for me. It’s...
To Your Health in 2013
Happy New Year Jax Moms Bloggers!
There is something about the New Year that is just so refreshing! Even if you didn’t have a wild celebratory party, didn’t make it until midnight or you think...
Rudolph, You Can Keep Your Red Nose
We hosted Thanksgiving at our house this year. It was the first time we had more than three people in our home for the holidays. In fact, we jumped from single digits and landed...