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Oct 2
Oct 2 Their Disapproval Says More About Them

Hey there. I used to spend so much time worrying about what other people thought of me. Every choice I made felt like it had to pass through the filter of someone else’s approval. But what I’ve realized is that when people disapprove of your life, it usually says a lot more about them than it does about you. Sometimes their disapproval has nothing to do with your choices at all. It may be that they don’t like their own life.

Oct 1
Oct 1 Not Everything Happens for a Reason

Hey there. I’ve heard the phrase “everything happens for a reason” more times than I can count. And while I understand the comfort that idea can bring, I don’t fully believe it. Life does teach us lessons, but not everything that happens has some grand reason behind it. Many times, it simply comes down to a choice. A choice we made, or a choice someone else made, that set things in motion.

Sep 30
Sep 30 Life Is About Who You Choose to Become

Hey there. For much of my life I thought fitness was the destination. I believed that if I could just get to a certain weight, or build a certain level of strength, I would finally feel like the person I was supposed to be. What I’ve learned is that fitness is a great place to start the process of becoming who you choose to be, but it’s not the place to stay.

Sep 24
Sep 24 Creating Your Own Path

Hey there. When it comes to health, fitness, and life in general, the most important thing I’ve learned is that you have to create your own path. For years I tried to follow what others said was the right way. The diet plans, the quick fix workouts, the endless tips and tricks. And what I found was that none of it truly stuck, because it wasn’t built for me. It was built for someone else.

Jul 28
Jul 28 What Do You Really Want?

Hey there. Lately I’ve been thinking about the question that doesn’t get asked enough in the fitness and weight loss space. What do you really want?

Mar 5
Mar 5 It’s Never Too Late to Change

Hey there. You ever feel like you've wasted too much time to change? Like there's some invisible deadline for when you're supposed to have everything figured out? I think we all, at some point, buy into this idea that life has a set timeline. That we need to hit certain milestones at certain ages. And we stick with this belief… until we decide not to.

Mar 1
Mar 1 Taking Ownership of Your Life Starts with Belief

Hey there. There are a lot of things in life that we can’t control. I want to acknowledge that first because today, I want to focus on what we can control. We have the power to take action on the things that will actually change if we put in the effort. And beyond that, it’s about how we view this process. If we believe in ourselves, if we see ourselves as capable, that’s where real change begins.

Feb 20
Feb 20 Breaking Free from the Shoulds and Finding Your Own Path

Hey there. What do you really want for yourself? Not what others expect of you, not what society tells you is the “right” path, but what you truly want. It’s a big question, one that many people avoid because it forces them to confront the reality of their choices. But if you never take the time to ask yourself this, you might wake up years from now feeling stuck in a life that was never really yours.

Feb 9
Feb 9 The Excuses Keeping You Stuck

Hey there. For the longest time, I believed I needed permission. Permission to take a new direction, to make a change, or to fully embrace the life I wanted to live. But the truth is, no one is coming to give you the green light. You don’t need anyone’s approval to start moving forward. You just need to decide.

Jan 21
Jan 21 The Rule of Not Giving Up On Yourself: Why Hope and Belief Matter

Hey there. You have to have hope. No matter where you are in life right now, no matter what you’ve been through, please don’t lose hope. Maybe it’s been months or years since you felt like yourself. Maybe you’ve fought so hard against your own doubts that you’ve started to believe your dreams aren’t meant for you. I want to remind you…that spark inside you is still there.

Jan 17
Jan 17 What Are You Good At?

Hey there. Let me ask you something…what are you good at?

Jan 16
Jan 16 Becoming the Change You Want to See

Hey there. When you first start taking action, it’s easy to feel invisible. You might wonder if anyone notices the effort you’re putting in or if your work is making an impact. In those early stages, few, if any, people will pay attention. But here’s the truth: when you stick with it, keep showing up, and continue to put in the work, things begin to shift. Over time, more people will notice, not because you’re seeking their validation but because the consistency of your efforts speaks volumes.

Jan 15
Jan 15 Embracing Acceptance Over Approval

Hey there. We often hear the advice to "stop caring what others think." On the surface, it sounds empowering—a call to ignore outside opinions and stand confidently in your own truth. But let’s be real: caring, at least a little, is part of being human. The key isn’t to stop caring entirely but to get to a place where you’re okay with not receiving approval from everyone.

Jan 14
Jan 14 You’re Exactly Where You Need to Be

Hey there. Life is a constant motion, and while the world keeps turning, so should we. That doesn’t mean we need to hustle endlessly without pause, but it does mean that progress, in all its forms, is vital. Whether we’re moving at full speed or taking a step back to refocus, the key is to keep moving forward.

Jan 12
Jan 12 A Reminder to Keep Going

Hey there. Life has a way of throwing challenges at us, testing our resolve and resilience at every turn. Whether it’s heartbreak, failure, loss, or uncertainty, we’ve all been through our own unique struggles. These moments shape us, push us, and often make us question our worth.

Jan 10
Jan 10 Inner Peace Requires Courage

Hey there. Change is hard. No matter if the life you’re living serves your best interests or not, it’s familiar—and that familiarity can feel like safety. Humans crave certainty, and when change disrupts that certainty, it can bring frustration, anxiety, and even anger. But as uncomfortable as it is, change is often necessary to build a life that truly aligns with who you are.

Jan 8
Jan 8 Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late to Take Action

Hey there. You’ve probably heard the advice: “Start now because you’ll never be ready.” It’s popular, often repeated, and for some people, it works. But I think there’s more to the story. For those of us who truly want to accomplish something meaningful, the readiness to make a change comes from within. It’s not about rushing into action but about recognizing the moment when you know it’s time to move.

Jan 7
Jan 7 Learning From Your Mistakes

Hey there. If I had to sum up the secret to success in one sentence, it would be this: Your willingness to be wrong determines how far you’ll go. Sounds counterintuitive, right? After all, we’re often taught that success is about getting things right. But the truth is, nobody gets everything right on the first try.

Dec 25
Dec 25 The Foundation of Consistency Starts With You

Hey there. When it comes to building a sustainable, healthy lifestyle, there are two critical perspectives we need to address: yours and the role of fitness professionals…

Dec 11
Dec 11 The Two Simple Steps to Transform Your Life and Fitness

When it comes to fitness and health, so many of us have been taught to follow cookie-cutter programs that disregard what we actually enjoy. This leads to frustration and inconsistency. But if you start with what you like, whether it’s a specific type of exercise or the way you approach food, you’ll naturally want to stick with it. That’s how you build consistency, and consistency is the bedrock of progress..