Blog — Your Level Fitness

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Jan 5
Jan 5 Cincinnati Bengals Blues and a Recovery Breakthrough

Hey there. It’s a tough day to be a Cincinnati Bengals fan. Watching the Kansas City Chiefs backups half-heartedly go through the motions against the Denver Broncos means our playoff hopes are all but dashed. Rather than wallow in disappointment, I decided to put my time to better use and share an update on my injury recovery. Spoiler: things are progressing well, and I’m finding my rhythm again.

Dec 30
Dec 30 Start Where You Are: The Key to Building Consistency

Hey there. When it comes to losing weight, eating better, or getting consistent with exercise, the best advice I can give is this: find your level.

Dec 29
Dec 29 Become a non-dieter

Hey there. If you’ve spent years—or even decades—chasing weight loss, it might be time to try something radically different. Imagine living life without the constant mental gymnastics of calorie counting, food guilt, or second-guessing your every meal and workout choice. What would it be like to approach fitness and nutrition as a non-dieter?

Dec 27
Dec 27 Moving "Literally" in the Right Direction

I’ve developed a system that combines icing, stretching, and light activity three times a day. Each session feels like its own little workout. I’ll admit, when I started, these treatments took a lot longer. I used to spend about 30 minutes with an ice pack wrapped around my ankle, 20 minutes rolling my foot on a frozen water bottle, and then another 15–20 minutes on mobility work. It was a lot, and I quickly realized I needed to streamline the process while keeping the frequency.

Dec 26
Dec 26 Why Self-Talk in Fitness Matters More Than You Think

When you're navigating the fitness space, it’s easy to focus on physical changes, but let me ask you something: how do you view your "before self"? I’ve seen so many people ridicule their heavier or less fit selves, thinking that’s the only way to stay motivated. The truth? That mindset is exhausting, unsustainable, and harmful.

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 24
Dec 24 Start Believing in Yourself

Hey there. Becoming the person you want to be isn’t as complicated as you might think. It starts with a decision. You don’t have to wait for proof or validation—you just have to decide who you are and take action to reinforce that belief.

Dec 21
Dec 21 How to Avoid Burnout on Your Goals

You’ve probably heard the “no days off” mantra or seen people proudly proclaiming that they show up for themselves every single day. But let me tell you, showing up doesn’t always mean doing the work. Sometimes showing up for yourself means giving yourself the break you need.

Dec 19
Dec 19 How to Make Fitness a Sustainable Part of Your Life

Hey there. As the year winds down, I want you to pause for a moment and collect yourself. Instead of rushing blindly into the next year, let’s take a step back and reflect, not just on this past year but on the years and even decades that brought you to this point.

Dec 18
Dec 18 The Weight Loss Roller Coaster Stops Here

Hey there. I’ve spent years watching people, including myself, hop from one weight loss program to another. It becomes routine, a habit, almost second nature. But eventually, we all hit a point where we’re tired of the cycle—tired of wondering if we’ll ever lose enough weight to feel good about ourselves. That’s when the real shift happens.

Dec 18
Dec 18 Why You Keep Starting Over: Exploring the Weight Loss Struggle

Hey there. If you’ve ever felt stuck in a cycle of starting and stopping your weight loss journey, you’re not alone. This frustration often stems from deeper challenges that go beyond the surface of eating less and moving more.

Dec 17
Dec 17 How to Find What Really Motivates You

Hey there. Why are you doing this? Why are you trying to lose weight, exercise more, or eat better? For years, you’ve been told to “find your why.” It’s become a buzzword. Something everyone says you need, yet most of us still struggle to identify what actually drives us.

Dec 17
Dec 17 How to Use the Scale as Data, Not as Judgment

Hey there. Let’s talk about the scale…something that gets a lot of airtime in the weight loss space. It makes sense, right? If you’re working on losing weight, you want to measure your progress. But here’s the thing: the scale is just one tool for collecting data, and its short-term readings often don’t tell the full story.

Dec 12
Dec 12 How to Slow Down and Reconnect with Yourself

The inside/out approach is about reconnecting with yourself. Understanding who you are, what you want, and where you’re headed. This isn’t about what others expect of you or chasing a vision that doesn’t feel authentic. It’s about slowing down the frantic pace in your head and navigating life with clarity and purpose.

Dec 12
Dec 12 Start Simple: How to Create a Sustainable Fitness Routine

The secret? Don’t overwhelm yourself with rigid schedules or lofty goals. Instead, focus on your preferences and take gradual steps. Fitness isn’t a six-week sprint; it’s a lifetime journey. By thinking long-term, you’re building a foundation that will support you as you take on bigger challenges down the road.

Dec 11
Dec 11 Why Being on the Same Page with Yourself Changes Everything

Hey there. One of the most empowering things about fitness is that it’s not a competition with anyone else—it’s all about you. You set the benchmarks, track your progress, and work toward getting better over time. But here’s the thing: how you approach this process matters just as much as the effort you put in.

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..

Dec 10
Dec 10 The Fitness Industry vs. Your Insecurities

Hey there. Ever feel like the fitness industry is designed to keep you stuck? It’s wild when you think about it! An industry worth billions thrives by highlighting our insecurities and making us feel like we’ll never measure up. But here’s the thing…real, lasting change starts with building a better relationship with yourself.

Dec 9
Dec 9 The Missing Piece in Your Fitness Journey

Over the years, you’ve probably tried countless programs, systems, and diets. Maybe you’ve seen results, but they never stuck. Why? Because it felt like you were constantly playing catch-up, trying to keep pace with the program instead of building something that works for you.

Dec 9
Dec 9 Diet Guilt Ends When You Build Around Your Preferences

If you’re going to do this for the rest of your life, why wouldn’t you base it on the foods and activities you actually enjoy?