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The holiday season can be a tricky time for those dedicated to their fitness and nutrition goals. You might set yourself up for success, plan meticulously, but sometimes, the unexpected happens. In a recent client meeting, we delved into the challenges faced during the Thanksgiving feast and the aftermath of feeling off-track physically and mentally.

Whatever way you choose to approach the big meals ahead, just know that they’re just a blip in your health endeavors! Where people struggle are all the days in between! It’s not those 3-5 big meals that set you back, but rather the not so obvious to blame leftovers, snacking, holiday treats, reduction in activity etc. that catches up to everyone.

Listen, we've all been there - we're super busy and don't know exactly what we can do in the moment to make the right choice.  We know it's not complicated, but it can be the hardest decision in the world when we're bombarded with information.

Today we're exploring the wonders of a diet rich in easily digestible foods – the secret sauce for maximizing muscle gains without upsetting your digestive system's delicate balance.

The tradition of setting New Year's resolutions on January 1st is deeply ingrained in our culture. It's that fresh start, a clean slate, and a chance to commit to self-improvement. Why wait until January when November offers the perfect opportunity to kickstart positive changes in your life? 

It’s important to note that supplements are going to be the 1-2% improvements to your health and fitness goals. They’re there to LITERALLY supplement the things you’re not getting or able to get from your diet. These do not replace a well-rounded diet or will do much of anything if the bigger picture things aren’t in check first.

When we discuss what is optimal in training or nutrition, or even life, the discussion seems to be shifting towards what is perfect, or what is the best case scenario.  In many (most) instances, this is literally impossible to execute. 

If you’re trying to lose fat without wanting to actively diet, just simply do an audit of how you’re currently eating. 

This might not come as a shock to you, but you need to be eating more fruits and vegetables. ... but how much? At least 800g to be exact. The simp...

If you’re like me or most people, you have a hard time passing up on a good snack…or even a mediocre snack. You might say this isn’t you but when the stars align (and they often do) you find yourself grazing away.

If any of my female clients express an interest in intermittent fasting, it's crucial to have an open and honest conversation about its potential benefits and drawbacks, taking into account their unique needs and goals.

When we go on a trip for pleasure, we often convince ourselves that we should not only stick to our diet but also, not partake in the food culture or delicacies of where we’re traveling. We have all the best intentions in the world but normally this line of thinking ends with us feeling like a failure, guilty and/or eating more than we would have if we had gone in with a different game plan.