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Hammers N Hugs

About Me

Hi Friend!

My name is Ahna.

I am an imperfect woman living transformed because of the empowering grace of Jesus.

I am a wife, mom, DIY pro, nurse practitioner, and fitness/nutrition coach with a passion for inspiring other women to reclaim their hearts and homes with practical strategies such as DIY tutorials, healthy living tips, fitness and nutrition coaching, home reno ideas, and so much more!

I am married to my DIY partner-in-crime, Zach, a high school computer programming teacher and football coach. Think handy – nerdy – smoking hot jock – and that is my man.

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I am mom to the cutest little construction crew you have ever seen – Gracelyn, Caleb, Lillian and our son to come through adoption.

The FASTer Way to Fat Loss with Ahna

Being a mother is one of the greatest joys I have ever known. It is also one of the most exhausting roles I have ever held.

As a mom it is easy to lose sight of your own dreams as those of your children become a priority.

English novelist, Jane Austen, wrote that “Life seems but a quick succession of busy nothings.” 

The energy, enthusiasm, and vitality you once felt for life can become but a faded memory.

From a cramped, outdated kitchen to the extra baby weight that seems impossible to lose, the result of the inherently “busy nothings” of motherhood can leave one feeling tired and out of control.

But my friend, your story matters, and you are loved.

You need to know that you were created in the image of God and from the moment you were knit together in your mother’s womb you were wholly valuable.

PRICELESS.

You were defined with infinite worth given to you by a Divine Creator to fulfill a glorious purpose.

And NO ONE one can add to or detract from that worth.

NOT EVEN YOU.

You cannot be redefined.

But you can be redeveloped.

Redeveloped to see your imperfection as perfectly beautiful and mistakes as part of your unmistakable uniqueness.

Redeveloped to run the race well for as long as you are given to reclaim a life of confidence, energy, freedom, and joy.

As a certified coach for the FASTer Way to Fat Loss®, I teach fitness and nutrition strategies to lose fat and reclaim your energy.

As a DIY pro who has renovated 3 fixer-uppers, I share before and after renovations and DIY tutorials to help reclaim your home.

With 2 Masters in Nursing and over a decade of emergency medicine experience, I share health and wellness advice from the perspective of a nurse practitioner to reclaim your emotional, mental, physical, spiritual, and social well-being.

#reallife

The motto in our home is Work Hard. Play Hard.

Hammers symbolize work, sweat, and tangible outcomes – which is right up this girl’s alley, but there’s a reason this blog is not just called Hammers.

Hugs symbolize the idea of rest, togetherness, and the security of being loved.

The concept of togetherness, of loving and being loved – although perhaps not as tangible as hammering two boards together – builds a home as much as a hammer builds a house.

Welcome to Hammers N Hugs!

Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good.
Be devoted to one another in love.
Honor one another above yourselves.
Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord.
Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.
Share with the Lord’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality.
Romans 12:9-13
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Welcome to this week's blog hop full of inspiratio Welcome to this week's blog hop full of inspiration and features from dozens of bloggers including a delicious vegan french toast sticks recipe from Strength and Sunshine .

Click on the link in my bio or below to join the party, and if you are a blogger be sure to link up.  You could be our next feature!

https://hammersnhugs.com/blog-hop-127-french-toast-sticks/

#frenchtoast #veganrecipes #glutenfreerecipes #frenchtoaststicks #hammersnhugs #healthyhearts #happyhomes #imperfectlyempowered #healthylivingblogger #womenhealth #mealplan #mealplanningmonday #mealplanning #healthymealplans #glutenfreerecipes #lowcarbrecipes #fitnessfoods #dairyfree #glutenfree #healthyfoodie #easydinner #lowcarblifestyle #fatlossfood #hammersnhugs #familymoments #fitfamilylife #fitliving #fitfood #freezermeals #healthymeal
How would a 7 year old change the world? Join us How would a 7 year old change the world?  Join us as Caleb shares about his favorite dinosaurs, which dinosaurs his sisters remind him of, and the advice he would give to moms everywhere. 

IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN:
- Caleb’s favorite dinosaurs
- Which dinosaurs Caleb’s sisters remind him of
- Caleb’s favorite thing about being 7
- How Caleb would change the world
- Caleb’s suggestion for moms
- Caleb’s top tip on living your best 7-year-old life

Click here to watch/listen to the show: https://hammersnhugs.com/podcast-for-kids-caleb-fulmer/

#imperfectlyempoweredpodcast #hammersnhugs #healthyhearts #happyhomes #imperfectlyempowered #womenpodcasters  #womenpodcast  #healthylivingblogger #womenhealth #homediy #budgetdiy #healthyrecipeshare #fitnessadvice #wellnesstip #healthymotivation #mentalhealthadvice #fatlossprogram #fitnessprogram #familyideas #kidshealth  #homerenovationideas #kidspodcast #podcastforkids #cutekids #becauseofkids
Back to school hair cut. CHECK. Melt down that my Back to school hair cut. CHECK.

Melt down that my baby suddenly looks old enough to start kindergarten.  TRIPLE CHECK. 😭

My apologies I didn't have the time to write today's normal Meal Planning Monday blog post. 

There's a very good reason I didnt have time to write it but I can't quite share it yet. 

It's epic though and hopefully I will be able to share more SO SO SOON!!! 

#backtoschool #backtoschool2022 #hammersnhugs #healthyhearts #happyhomes #imperfectlyempowered #imperfectlyempoweredpodcast #healthylivingblogger #womenhealth #homediy #budgetdiy #healthyrecipeshare #fitnessadvice #wellnesstip #healthymotivation #mentalhealthadvice #fatlossprogram #fitnessprogram #familyideas #kidshealth  #homerenovationideas #momlifebelike
Learn how to deal with anxiety using 5 proven stra Learn how to deal with anxiety using 5 proven strategies including a breathing technique to help you fall asleep faster! Don’t miss these integrative techniques to helping you and your loved ones better manage daily stress.

IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN:
- The protective physiology of anxiety
- The pathophysiology of chronic anxiety
- How to reduce anxiety in 30 minutes
- How to maximize deep REM sleep
- How an early morning routine can reduce anxiety
- Ways to practice gratitude and why you should do it
- The most effective breathing technique to reduce anxiety and fall asleep faster

Click the link in bio to watch/listen to the show!

#imperfectlyempoweredpodcast #hammersnhugs #healthyhearts #happyhomes #imperfectlyempowered #womenpodcasters  #womenpodcast  #healthylivingblogger #womenhealth #homediy #budgetdiy #healthyrecipeshare #fitnessadvice #wellnesstip #healthymotivation #mentalhealthadvice #fatlossprogram #fitnessprogram #familyideas #kidshealth  #homerenovationideas #anxiety #breathingtechniques #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthjourney #chronicanxiety #reduceanxiety
Rich and moist banana cake with my light whipped c Rich and moist banana cake with my light whipped cinnamon icing makes this one of the top requested recipes and a delicious treat that everyone will enjoy! 

Click on the link in my bio or below for the recipe.  Bon appetit!

https://hammersnhugs.com/banana-cake-with-whipped-cinnamon-icing/

#bananacake #bananacakerecipe #cinnamonicing #desserttime #dessertrecipe 
#hammersnhugs #healthyhearts #happyhomes #imperfectlyempowered #healthylivingblogger #womenhealth #mealplan #mealplanningmonday #mealplanning #healthymealplans #glutenfreerecipes #lowcarbrecipes #fitnessfoods #dairyfree #glutenfree #healthyfoodie #easydinner #lowcarblifestyle
Learn how to deal with anxiety using 5 proven stra Learn how to deal with anxiety using 5 proven strategies including a breathing technique to help you fall asleep faster! Don’t miss these integrative techniques to helping you and your loved ones better manage daily stress.

IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN:
- The protective physiology of anxiety
- The pathophysiology of chronic anxiety
- How to reduce anxiety in 30 minutes
- How to maximize deep REM sleep
- How an early morning routine can reduce anxiety
- Ways to practice gratitude and why you should do it
- The most effective breathing technique to reduce anxiety and fall asleep faster

Click on the link in bio to watch/listen to the show!

#imperfectlyempoweredpodcast #hammersnhugs #healthyhearts #happyhomes #imperfectlyempowered #womenpodcasters  #womenpodcast  #healthylivingblogger #womenhealth #homediy #budgetdiy #healthyrecipeshare #fitnessadvice #wellnesstip #healthymotivation #mentalhealthadvice #fatlossprogram #fitnessprogram #familyideas #kidshealth  #homerenovationideas #anxiety #breathingtechniques #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthjourney #chronicanxiety #reduceanxiety
Can you hear that? It's the sound of the waves cr Can you hear that?  It's the sound of the waves crashing onto the shore. 

Birds chirping in the trees. 

And the thump, thump, thump of bicyclists over the wooden plank boardwalk. 

Grab your cuppa jo, and join me on the blog for a look at the week in review and some fun in the sun including a deck workout at the beach that you can save for later!

Click on the link in my bio or below.

https://hammersnhugs.com/coffee-chat-a-deck-workout

Speaking of quick, effective workouts my next round of the FASTer Way To Fat Loss starting Monday August 8th is now open for registration! 

Smaller waists, better sleep, and more energy are just a few of the most common results my clients experience after just 6 weeks!  Click on the link in my bio or the link below to sign up TODAY and accelerate your results.  You can do this! 

https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/#Ahna_hammersnhugs

#deckworkout #workoutroutine #cardworkout #beachvibes #beachfun #beach2022 #beachliving #oceancitynj
Learn how to deal with anxiety using 5 proven stra Learn how to deal with anxiety using 5 proven strategies including a breathing technique to help you fall asleep faster! Don’t miss these integrative techniques to helping you and your loved ones better manage daily stress.

IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN:
- The protective physiology of anxiety
- The pathophysiology of chronic anxiety
- How to reduce anxiety in 30 minutes
- How to maximize deep REM sleep
- How an early morning routine can reduce anxiety
- Ways to practice gratitude and why you should do it
- The most effective breathing technique to reduce anxiety and fall asleep faster

Click here to watch/listen to the show: https://hammersnhugs.com/how-to-deal-with-anxiety-5-holistic-strategies/ 

#imperfectlyempoweredpodcast #hammersnhugs #healthyhearts #happyhomes #imperfectlyempowered #womenpodcasters  #womenpodcast  #healthylivingblogger #womenhealth #homediy #budgetdiy #healthyrecipeshare #fitnessadvice #wellnesstip #healthymotivation #mentalhealthadvice #fatlossprogram #fitnessprogram #familyideas #kidshealth  #homerenovationideas #anxiety #breathingtechniques #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthjourney #chronicanxiety #reduceanxiety

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