Hey there. For a long time, I thought carbs were the problem. If I could just cut them out, I would finally lose the weight and feel better. But what I didn’t realize back then was that carbs were not the enemy. In fact, they can be one of your best allies when it comes to weight loss, weight management, and overall satisfaction with the way you eat.
Read MoreHey there. For the longest time, stepping on the scale felt like an emotional rollercoaster. One number could make or break my mood for the entire day. And honestly, I know I’m not the only one who has felt this way. So I decided to try something that felt totally counterintuitive at the time. I started weighing in every single day.
Read MoreHey there. There was a time when stepping on the scale first thing in the morning felt like taking a test I hadn’t studied for. I’d wake up, step on, and instantly feel great or awful depending on the number that showed up. That number used to have a lot of control over me. But things started to shift when I began looking at it differently.
Read MoreHey there. We live in a world of extremes, especially when it comes to food. On one end, you’ll hear “food is fuel” and be told to only eat for nutrition. On the other, it’s all about indulgence, with messages like “eat whatever you want because life is short.” The problem is, neither of those extremes usually works for long-term success. What really works is learning to live in the middle.
Read MoreHey there. Fiber needs to be a bigger part of the nutrition conversation. For something that can have such a massive impact on our health, it’s wild how little attention it gets compared to things like protein. Don’t get me wrong, protein has its place. But when I started working with people on nutrition habits about eight years ago, the thing that stood out most was how little fiber folks were getting on a regular basis.
Read MoreHey there. For a long time, I believed food was either helping me or hurting me. If it wasn’t nutrient-dense or “clean,” it was something to avoid or feel guilty about. That mindset didn’t come from nowhere. It came from years in the fitness and weight loss space, where we’re told food is fuel and nothing more.
Read MoreHey 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.
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