How old is your baby? Well if you are like me after having a baby, there’s only a certain amount of time that passes before you feel embarrassed or silly saying, “I just had a baby” as your excuse as to why you are out of shape. It’s been said that it takes your body…
DetailsI recently hired a natural bodybuilder to set me up with a diet plan. As I get older, I find I have to tweak my nutrition plan to get the results I’m looking for. I typically do not stay lean all the time and have to lean out for certain events or video filming. So…
DetailsDo you find yourself trying on so many outfits just to find one that you fit and doesn’t make you look fat? Do you avoid weighing yourself because you just “know” it’s not going to be good? Do you avoid or hide in pictures because you don’t like how you look? Do you always wear…
DetailsI’m a fitness professional since 1991. I have always been athletic in sports and starting teaching group exercise / aerobics in college in 1991. I have always struggled with the yo-yo process. I didn’t really grab a strong handle on it until I was in my mid 30′s. I became a Beachbody coach and that…
DetailsDo you find it hard to stick to a workout program? Do you struggle knowing what “clean eating” really is? Do you know how to structure your meals so that you can make an impact with your weightloss? Do you lack the motivation to get started or stick to it because really, what real difference…
DetailsEver heard that age old statement “Breakfast is the most important meal of the day”? When it comes to building muscle, it is! Breakfast is the only time that our bodies really desire energy, other than when we have just completed a workout. Start off your day with a breakfast that will feed your muscles…
DetailsDo you struggle with junk food cravings? Do you have a sweet tooth? Do you wonder how to make healthy cookies to satisfy your cravings? Me too! Seriously, the cookie monster was my favorite character growing up as a kid. I even had the stuffed animal and adopted some of his habits! Yes, chowing…
DetailsWhen you are trying to diet, eat healthier, or “eat clean”, you might find it hard to resist the urge to binge on foods you are holding back on. Binges affect women differently, but more importantly is how we deal with these urges to “pig out” that has the biggest effect on our lives. Binging…
DetailsHad a great workout today? Feeling like the extra pounds are finally coming off? Perfect! But that rigorous exercise probably made you hungry enough to eat your entire refrigerator! So, what did you do? Did you reach for the first thing you saw in the pantry or fridge? Did you carefully plan out what you…
DetailsIncluding your children in the meal preparation process increases their awareness and appetite for healthy eating. When we as parents communicate interest and enthusiasm for making healthy meals, we are more likely to instill the same attitudes in our kids. The next time you are unsure about the importance of family meals, consider how shopping,…
DetailsShould you eat before working out? Will you burn more fat on an empty stomach? Will you get ripped abs if you workout on an empty stomach? We’ve all heard it before, the theory or myth that doing cardio on an empty stomach after an overnight fast sends fat burning into overdrive. Is it true?…
DetailsI’m Invincible! It’s never going to happen to me! It doesn’t really happen. That’s just a rumor! I don’t care, I’ll just deal with it later if it happens. I’ll do ANYTHING to get results. Does this sound familiar? I know, because these are the things that have rolled through my head, and still…
DetailsThis is a SUPER simple way to make your kids cupcakes a SUPER HIT!! Nothing like making your kids feel super special for the little details! HOW TO MAKE MINION CUPCAKES Items you will need: Cupcakes (homemade or from a cake box) White Frosting Blue Food Coloring Black Icing White Smarties (or the pre-made candy…
DetailsHow can you lean out? Do you struggle with meal planning? Do you know what to eat to get the desired results you are looking for? We all know our food decisions really do make a difference in our physique. If you have been wondering where your plan is failing you, check out these tips…
DetailsWhat should you eat before a workout? How do I know if I am hydrated? What do I eat after a workout? Nutrition Tips for New Athletes People just starting to workout often struggle with under-fueling their body, especially when doing a new endurance event (a triathlon or a half marathon). A common error of beginner…
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