April Allman, Author at Today's Woman

Work It, Girl: Reclaiming Her Life

Amy Coriell, 50, of Charlestown, Indiana, had knee replacement surgery in her 30s, and since then had struggled with her weight and her exercise regimen. When Amy Coriell’s health problems began interfering with her quality of life, she devised a plan for getting back on the right track. Now she is stronger, healthier and happier. By Carrie Vittitoe | Photo by Kylene White For some people, their bodies make it more challenging to be physically active. Amy Coriell, 50, of Charlestown, Indiana, was born with a knee condition that, despite many surgeries [...]

By April Allman|2022-01-25T14:09:27-05:00January 26, 2022|Digital Exclusives, Health & Wellness|

Let’s Talk About Sex: Opening Act

Coralie McEachron, licensed marriage and family therapist and relational and sex therapist How role playing and sensory exploration can add excitement to your romantic life. By Coralie McEachron | Photo by Kylene White I am a licensed marriage and family therapist as well as a relational and sex therapist. My training has focused on seeing the world systemically, including how we are interconnected with others and the ways that our past, present, and future impact each other. I help people create a more authentic connection with themselves and others through talking about topics [...]

By April Allman|2022-01-25T17:37:33-05:00January 25, 2022|Health & Wellness|

Work It, Girl: Going the Distance

From left, elementary school teacher Ashley Fortson and accountant Katie Rajchel of Jeffersonville, Indiana, are lifelong friends on a quest to run a mini-marathon in every state in the United States. With their next race this February in Las Vegas, they will mark Nevada off their list. Cross Country Running Takes on a New Meaning for These 2 Childhood Friends By Carrie Vittitoe | Photos by Kylene White Jeffersonville, Indiana, residents Ashley Fortson and Katie Rajchel met in middle school and became best friends in high school, but the fitness part of their [...]

By April Allman|2022-01-27T11:38:09-05:00January 25, 2022|Digital Exclusives, Health & Wellness|

The Plight of the Covid Long-Haulers: Lauren Jones

"I was in the hospital, battling COVID-19. I had just tested positive, and within a few hours I went from feeling fine to unable to breathe," says Lauren Jones in a Facebook post. Lauren chronicles her long-haul COVID journey on her social media page. The complexities of COVID can make recovery an uphill battle, particularly for those who are experiencing long-term effects of the illness. But there are ways of staying ahead of this health anomaly. We give you some tips on how to protect yourself and your family for the new [...]

By April Allman|2022-01-20T20:09:02-05:00January 20, 2022|Health & Wellness|

Making the Board

Tawanda Lewis Owsley has served on the boards of the Louisville Urban League, Greater Louisville Inc., Leadership Louisville, Lexington Children’s Theatre, Lexington Chamber of Commerce, and the Lyric Theatre. Begin the new year by showing up in a big way. Serving as a board member with a company or organization could be a chance for you to advance progress and discover some gifts you didn’t know you possessed. We show you how to do it. By Tytianna Wells | Photo submitted Are you ready to tackle some of the big issues happening [...]

By April Allman|2022-01-20T19:58:18-05:00January 20, 2022|Digital Exclusives, Money & Career|

A Special Delivery

Megan Bell, owner of The Next Door Market, wants all neighborhoods to have access to healthy food options. Buying fresh food shouldn’t be a luxury, but in some zip codes it is. Megan Bell is on a quest to change this disturbing reality and help families get the nutrition they need through making produce attainable. By Megan Seckman | Photo by Kylene White | Location: Rainbow Blossom It all started with a magazine article about food deserts in West Louisville. Growing up in the Newburg neighborhood, access to organic and local produce was [...]

By April Allman|2022-01-20T19:35:13-05:00January 19, 2022|Digital Exclusives, Money & Career|

About April Allman

Work It, Girl: Reclaiming Her Life

Let’s Talk About Sex: Opening Act

Work It, Girl: Going the Distance

The Plight of the Covid Long-Haulers: Lauren Jones

Making the Board

A Special Delivery