Bloggers

Randi Stevenson » Randi Stevenson recently stepped into the LiveWellNebraska editor role after working as an online editor for Omaha.com since May 2011. She has a journalism degree from Arizona State University and spent a semester in Central America. Stevenson's "living well" inspiration comes mostly from her mom, a marathon runner, biker and yoga enthusiast. Having grown up in Northern California with a passion for hiking and snowboarding, she hopes to explore all the outdoor activities Nebraska has to offer. To see Live Well Nebraska posts by Randi Stevenson click here.

Jill Koegel » Jill Koegel is a registered dietitian and certified as a personal trainer through the American Council on Exercise. She is also the sports nutrition consultant for Creighton University Athletics and owns Certified Nutrition of Omaha, a private nutrition practice. Jill doesn't claim to always eat right as she struggles with hectic schedules and picky eaters. In her Wednesday blog, she shares easy recipes and great nutrition tips. See more at certifiednutritionomaha.com. To see Live Well Nebraska posts by Jill Koegel click here.

Tim Collins » Tim Collins is a certified personal trainer based in Omaha with over 8,000 sessions served. He is certified by the National Academy of Sports Medicine and American Council on Exercise. Tim graduated from Wayne State College in 2007 with a sports management degree and enjoys spending time with wife Taisha, daugter Violet and son Santana. To see Live Well Nebraska posts by Tim Collins click here.

Michael Huckabee » Michael Huckabee is professor and director of the physician assistant program at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. He earned a master's from UNMC and a doctorate from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Michael has worked as a physician assistant for 30 years, primarily in rural Nebraska. He occasionally fills in for a pediatric practice in Lincoln. He and his wife have four children. Click here for more information. To see Live Well Nebraska posts by Michael Huckabee click here.

Dr. Alex Dworak » Alex Dworak is a family physician at OneWorld Community Health Centers and faculty member at UNMC, where he consults for the HIV clinic and is part of the Family Medicine residency. He went to Creighton and studied medicine at UNMC. Alex is an avid athlete and cook and enjoys spending time with his wife and two children. To see Live Well Nebraska posts by Dr. Alex Dworak click here.

Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter » Kuenning-Pollpeter does not believe in disability, but rather in being "differently able." She has been a Type 1 diabetic for 27 years and blind for eight. She graduated from UNO with a BFA in creative writing. Bridgit also loves reading, walking and jogging. She blogs every other Thursday about diabetes and blindness. Bridgit is active in the National Federation of the Blind. She and her husband, who is also blind, are expecting their first child in September. Learn more at nfb.org. To see Live Well Nebraska posts by Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter click here.

Dr. Rebecca Jacobi » Dr. Rebecca Jacobi is a University of Nebraska Medical Center graduate and OB/GYN at the Methodist Physicians Clinic Women's Center. She is also a surgeon. Caring about women during their pregnancies and beyond is what Jacobi enjoys most about her OB/GYN career. She and her husband have three children. Jacobi's blog also appears on women.mhsblogs.com To see Live Well Nebraska posts by Dr. Rebecca Jacobi click here.

BCBS of Nebraska » Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska provides a variety of guest bloggers who write about topics related to wellness, insurance and health care policy. To see Live Well Nebraska posts by BCBS of Nebraska click here.

Dr. Laura Jana » Dr. Laura Jana is an Omaha-based pediatrician and proud mom of three. She is the co-author of two parenting books -- "Heading Home with Your Newborn" and "Food Fights" -- and three children's books. After working as a consultant to Dr. Benjamin Spock, Jana co-founded the Dr. Spock Co. in 1999, then her own company, Practical Parenting Consulting. She is a media spokeswoman for the American Academy of Pediatrics and the owner of Primrose School of Legacy in Omaha. She blogs every second Tuesday of the month. Learn more about Dr. Jana at drlaurajana.com. To see Live Well Nebraska posts by Dr. Laura Jana click here.