#fitness – The Bohemian Mermaid

If you live near mountains, or even hills higher than 10 feet, than count yourself lucky. Because if you live in Florida for a few years, you’ll probably forget that walking up a hill requires some exertion, and walking up a mountain trail filled with large rocks and tree stumps will require even more exertion. This was the case when I went hiking in Boulder, Colorado. But the outstanding views made all the struggling worth it. Here are three hikes you need to tackle when you go to Boulder. Continue reading “Places to Hike in Boulder, Colorado” →

Asia, Getting Lost (Travel)

10 Pictures to Inspire You to Visit Udaipur, India

July 28, 2017July 28, 2017 Michaela Garretson (The Bohemian Mermaid)

The City of Lakes, Udaipur, is located in the Indian state of Rajasthan. This beautifully colorful city will leave you inspired by the quaint little roads and unique buildings. Continue reading “10 Pictures to Inspire You to Visit Udaipur, India “ →

Healthy Living, Healthy Recipes, Uncategorized

Pineapple Coconut Nicecream

September 7, 2016September 7, 2016 Michaela Garretson (The Bohemian Mermaid)

If you like piña coladaaaasss…

Then you should make this recipe. Right now preferably. It’s got the tart taste of pineapple with the smooth mellow taste of coconut. Talk about the perfect combo. A match made…in the blender. Continue reading “Pineapple Coconut Nicecream” →

Healthy Living, The Active Life, Travel Tips, Uncategorized

How to Travel and Exercise

August 17, 2016February 21, 2017 Michaela Garretson (The Bohemian Mermaid)

You’ve done it before…more than once. You eye an ice cream shop while you’re walking the streets of a new town. You do some advance research and find numerous articles on the “10 best bakeries/donut shops/macaroon shops in ____.” These places all sound soooooo delicious. And why not try them all since you know you won’t have anything like them back home?? With this mindset (which I definitely share), how do you manage eating at all the fun cafes and restaurants while still trying to incorporate fitness into your travel routine? Not all hotels or hostels have gyms, so when you find yourself in a fitness-slump, here’s what to do… Continue reading “How to Travel and Exercise” →

Central America, Getting Lost (Travel), Uncategorized

Ultimate Guide to Nosara, Costa Rica

June 22, 2016February 21, 2017 Michaela Garretson (The Bohemian Mermaid)

If I had to sum up my opinion of Nosara in two words, it would be: SIMPLY AMAZING. Nosara, a town in the Nicoya Peninsula and the Guanacaste region of Costa Rica, is beachy and relaxed, yet energetic and adventurous. A perfect example of pura vida (pure life). Continue reading “Ultimate Guide to Nosara, Costa Rica” →

Healthy Recipes

3 Recipes to Try Now

November 17, 2015September 6, 2017 Michaela Garretson (The Bohemian Mermaid)

When you’re in a rush, it can be tempting to choose the closest pre-made packaged food within an arm’s length. Our busy lives often cause us to place our health way down on our list of daily priorities. However, eating healthy can be easy….and quick. In my experience, it’s all about finding foods that I love to eat (such as specific fruits/veggies/grains, etc.) and searching for recipes or more often than not, just creating my own recipes with the foods I have at home. The following recipes I usually make for breakfast, but they are so versatile that they make a great snack or evening dessert. Continue reading “3 Recipes to Try Now” →

Healthy Living

Protect Yo’self

July 8, 2015April 12, 2016 Michaela Garretson (The Bohemian Mermaid)

Looking for sunscreens these days isn’t hard. But looking for natural sunscreens with limited chemicals can be harder- especially if you are trying to get as much product for your dollars as you can. Often, the more expensive “natural” sunscreens contain significantly less sunscreen than the cheaper, more-chemicals-added popular sunscreens. And when I say “natural,” these sunscreens may claim to be natural when they still contain harmful chemicals. Knowing ingredients and what added chemicals are harmful will be helpful in finding the right sunscreen. Recently I’ve been on the lookout for a more natural sunscreen that doesn’t break the college student’s bank account. While I haven’t found many natural/organic products at Walmart before, I came across this sunscreen brand called Hang Ten. Continue reading “Protect Yo’self” →

Wild Thoughts

Girl, where have you been??

June 5, 2015June 5, 2015 Michaela Garretson (The Bohemian Mermaid)

So it’s been awhile. And when I say awhile, I mean it’s been over two months that I haven’t posted anything on The Bohemian Mermaid. Why this long break? Continue reading “Girl, where have you been??” →

Wild Thoughts

Follow Me on Instagram!

January 26, 2015January 25, 2015 Michaela Garretson (The Bohemian Mermaid)

At last! I have finally made my official blog Instagram. Yay! You can now follow me @thebohemianmermaidblog

I’ll be posting numerous pictures on there, so make sure to follow to get instant updates. I’m excited to show some more of my photos that I don’t always get to post on my blog.
Continue reading “Follow Me on Instagram!” →

Healthy Living, The Active Life

Hot Yoga- My First Class and Some Tips for Beginners

January 24, 2015January 24, 2015 Michaela Garretson (The Bohemian Mermaid)

Yesterday I participated in a hot yoga class for the first time. I was excited yet nervous. The fact that I would be attempting to do yoga in an approximately 100+ degree room was somewhat terrifying. What if I overheated and died? Yes, that was a valid question to me. What if the heat was too much for me and I could barely do the yoga poses? What if I looked stupid?
Continue reading “Hot Yoga- My First Class and Some Tips for Beginners” →