Hey there. There’s a reason I talk so much about showing up. It’s not just about motivation or energy. It’s about building a habit of taking the first step before you give yourself the chance to overthink it.
Read MoreHey there. When I talk about building a forever active lifestyle, I always circle back to one message. Guilt doesn’t belong here. Guilt isn’t a motivator. It’s not a helpful reminder. And it definitely isn’t part of a long-term, sustainable way of living.
Read MoreHey there. Let’s talk about progress updates. I know how much energy and emotion these check-ins can stir up, especially if you’ve spent years obsessing over the number on the scale. But the thing is, progress updates should be tools to keep you grounded, not stressed.
Read MoreHey there. When it comes to fitness and weight loss, most people focus on one thing above all else: the result. The number on the scale. The size of their clothes. The measurement around their waist. And while tracking those things has its place, the truth is that focusing on them can actually hold you back.
Read MoreHey there. When I talk about living an inside/out life, I’m talking about starting with the relationship you have with yourself. That relationship is the foundation for everything else. If you’re not connected to yourself, it’s easy to fall into the trap of chasing things outside of you to feel better, more secure, or more fulfilled. I’ve done that. Most people have. But it never really gives you what you’re looking for.
Read MoreHey there. For a long time, I lived in a way that many people do. I looked outside of myself for fulfillment, approval, and purpose. I thought if I could just reach a certain milestone or get something that someone else had, I’d finally feel okay. But the truth is, that way of living is exhausting.
Read MoreHey there. I want you to be active and live the best quality of life possible for as long as you can. That’s my hope for anyone who comes across my content, whether you’re trying to lose weight, gain muscle, improve your health, or just move more.
Read MoreHey there. One of the most important things to think about when it comes to long-term success with weight loss is how you're going to manage maintenance. For a lot of people, getting to a goal weight is the focus, but what happens after that? What does life look like when you're not actively trying to lose weight anymore?
Read MoreHey there. Many people on their weight loss journeys feel stuck, frustrated, or completely overwhelmed with how things are going. And I always come back to the same point. You need more data over a longer period of time.
Read MoreHey there. We’re talking about daily weigh-ins and I want to walk you through how I see it. Because I know for a lot of people, stepping on the scale every day can feel like emotional whiplash. You’re up a pound, you’re down two, you’re up again and it messes with your head, especially if your goals have always been tied to that number.
Read MoreHey there. If you’re frustrated with what the scale says, I want to remind you of something that could change how you see your entire fitness journey. The number on the scale is not a reflection of your effort. It’s just data.
Read MoreHey there. Here’s something the fitness and weight loss world rarely tells you. All of those programs you’ve tried over the years? They were never meant to work long term unless they were built around one thing... your preferences.
Read MoreHey there. I’m wearing a shirt right now that says The Gym AND Therapy “get yours here”. That wording matters because, for me, both are important. When it comes to calming my mind, focusing my thoughts, and releasing pent-up energy, the gym is one of the best mental health tools I have. But it’s not the only one.
Read MoreHey there. For years, I’ve believed that the best way to approach life is from the inside out. That means starting with a connection to yourself before making decisions about your health, fitness, and everything else. When you take this approach, you’re not just following trends or reacting to outside pressures. You’re making choices based on what truly matters to you.
Read MoreHey there. We live in a world where we are constantly told what we should be doing. Social media is filled with fitness influencers and self-development gurus shouting about discipline, willpower, and taking action. You scroll through your feed, nodding in agreement, thinking, “Yeah, they’re right.” But you don’t act on it. You don’t make the change. And then, the guilt creeps in.
Read MoreHey there. I’ve always been someone who feels better when I’m moving. Even when I’m sitting still, working on something that needs my attention, there’s this underlying feeling that I’d be better off if I just got up and took a quick walk. Exercise, activity, movement—whatever you want to call it—has a noticeable impact on how I feel mentally and emotionally.
Read MoreHey there. Fitness marketing has a way of making us believe that we should be constantly chasing an ideal body. The industry thrives on making us feel like we are out of control and then selling us solutions to fix that feeling. Whether it’s a diet plan, a workout program, or a supplement, the message is always the same, you need this to finally achieve the body you want.
Read MoreHey there. Failure is something most people fear. It is seen as a sign that we are not good enough or that we should not have even tried in the first place. But what if failure is actually the key to success? What if every time something did not go as planned, it was an opportunity to learn, adjust, and improve?
Read MoreHey there. When it comes to living an inside/out life, your mindset determines everything. Everything inside you leads to everything outside of you. And this calms the storm. You know the storm. When you focus on things outside of yourself and your capabilities, nothing is ever enough. No matter how much you achieve in health and fitness, your career, or your personal life, it never feels like enough if you are chasing external validation.
Read MoreHey there. Stress is a part of life. It’s something we all deal with, but if we aren’t careful, it can start to control us instead of the other way around. I’ve been thinking a lot about how we manage daily stress and how the way we handle it can either help us grow or completely overwhelm us. The key is recognizing what triggers our stress and then figuring out how to regain control.
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