Sarah Bishop
I’m a writer and bookworm who loves learning and writing about the latest health and wellness topics. Like a true Gemini, I’m a walking dichotomy. I like kale, broccoli, and Brussels sprouts, but I also like ice cream, fried chicken, and cheese. So, I’m always fighting the good fight. As the mom of two little girls, I strive to model healthy habits that my daughters will carry with them for life.

Behind the Scenes with Blue Cross® Broad Street Run Race Director Jim Marino

Race Director Jim Marino (center) at the finish line of the 2017 Blue Cross Broad Street Run with (left to right): IBX SVP of Public Affairs Stephen Fera, IBX Corporate Relations Executive Kathy Albanese, Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney, and IBX President ＆SVP of Commercial ＆Consumer Markets Brian Lobley.
Race Director Jim Marino (center) at the finish line of the 2017 Blue Cross Broad Street Run with (left to right): IBX SVP of Public Affairs Stephen Fera, IBX Corporate Relations Executive Kathy Albanese, Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney, and IBX President ＆ SVP of Commercial＆ Consumer Markets Brian Lobley. The Blue Cross Broad Street Run is the largest ten-mile race in the country,...
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5 Eco-friendly Tips that Benefit You and the Planet

On April 22, more than 190 countries around the world will participate in Earth Day — a global event where millions of people show their support for the environment through political action, civic involvement, or by committing to a more environmentally-friendly lifestyle. One of the advantages to adopting a more environmentally-friendly lifestyle is that many changes that you make to help the environment also happen to boost your own health as well....
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The Blue Cross Broad Street Run: A Beginner’s Guide to Gear

When I ran my first Blue Cross® Broad Street Run in 2008, I had so many questions about what I should wear, how I should layer, and where I would put all my essentials (keys, cell phone, etc.). Looking back, I wish I had consulted with a more seasoned runner — someone who could’ve answered all my questions and reassured me that dressing for race day needn’t be so complicated....
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Forgetting to Eat…and Other Nutritional Pitfalls of New Parenthood

When I was eight months pregnant, my friend — who was trying to explain the early days of parenthood to me — reported that when she was on maternity leave, sometimes she would go the entire day and forget to eat. “Forget to eat?!” I replied in disbelief. “How do you forget to eat?!” Of the many surprises that came with parenthood,...
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Take the Mystery Out Of Meal Planning

Meal planning in three easy steps.
Along with color-coding my closet and bookshelves, meal planning is one of my (seemingly unattainable) life goals. The idea of having a weekly plan of dinners is so appealing to me that I often browse Instagram and Pinterest looking for an easy blueprint for meal planning. But it’s also intimidating. For some reason, I think it’s an elusive talent reserved for the celebrity chefs and organizational mavens of the world....
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Not Your Grandpa’s Diet: A Registered Dietitian Explores What a Heart-healthy Diet Looks Like

Maybe it’s the fact that I’m on the upwards side of my 30s or that in three short years I’ve had two kids, but I recently started thinking a lot more about aging. Do I need to start a new skin-care regimen? Anti-aging face cream costs how much?!? In addition to worrying about my skin, I’ve also started taking a closer look at what I eat on a daily basis....
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Blue Crew Volunteer Leaders: Dannielle Frierson

Dannielle Frierson
Dannielle Frierson (2nd from right) is pictured with her IBX colleagues at the Alzheimer’s Walk. For Dannielle Frierson, a Blue Crew volunteer for more than 15 years, volunteering is all about the personal connection, “Life touches us in so many ways and gives us the opportunity to get involved and give to a cause that is close and personal.” For Dannielle,...
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Walking (Or Running, Or Skiing…) In A Winter Wonderland

A guide for exercising outside during the winter
“There’s no such thing as bad weather, only inappropriate clothing.” —Nordic saying I recently moved back to Massachusetts after living in Pennsylvania for many years, and I am becoming reacquainted with the infamous New England winters. Let me tell you, if you’ve never been to New England, winters here are: 1) “wicked” long, 2) cold,...
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‘Tis the Season to Slow Down

Stress-free Holiday
I’m a type-A personality to a tee. I have a list for everything: recipes, grocery lists, books to read, gift ideas, etc. And while my lists usually keep me motivated and on task, they tend to have the opposite effect around the holidays — they add to the mounting anxiety and stress of the season since I know there’s no way I’ll get everything done....
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Make 2017 the Year You Quit Smoking

Quit smoking
Chris Guerrieri, a graphic designer at Independence Blue Cross, had been a two-pack-a-day smoker for ten years. He felt exhausted, sick, and older than his 33 years. He was tired of using nicotine, alcohol, and caffeine as a crutch, and was ready to change his life. Chris had tried to quit before — the gum, the patch — but nothing worked....
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