The Prison of Perfection
Daily we are bombarded with images of “perfection.” Every time we turn on the television, open a magazine, or sign into social media, our eyes cannot help but focus on all the perfect bodies, perfect careers, perfect families, pets, vacations, and airbrushed Kardashians. These images paint a picture of what we’re “supposed” to want, what we…
Seven Weight Loss Road Blocks
“I’ve tried EVERYTHING, and I still can’t seem to lose any weight!” My exasperated client was sitting in my office, on the verge of tears. We’d been working together once per week for about a month, and she was very frustrated. She’d been struggling with her weight for a few years and just felt like…
Weekly Meal Prep 101: Five Tips for a Fit and Healthy Week
“Abs are made in the Kitchen” Maybe you’ve seen that phrase thrown around social media and wondered “what the heck does THAT mean?’ Maybe you’ve wondered if it’s actually true. The short answer is…..yes. Well, mostly. Proper nutrition accounts for 80% (or more) of your results. You can train your butt off in the gym,…
My Fitness Journey and the Road to Flexible Dieting
It seems that some people are born with natural athletic ability. I, however, am not one of those people. Everything I’ve achieved has been earned through dedication, persistence, and sometimes sheer stubbornness. I’ve succeeded, I’ve failed, and I’ve learned the hard way on many occasions Starting Out I never excelled at school sports. If there…
Recipe Review: Turkey Stuffed Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes
Yes, I make New Year’s Resolutions, but they’re not of the traditional “ I resolve to lose weight” or “ I want to read more” variety. My resolutions have to do with enhancing my life and the lives of those around me. This year I’ve made two resolutions: 1). To be the “Captain of Fun”…
Resolutions that WORK: How to Set Goals You Can Actually Achieve
I resolve to: – Lose weight -Quit smoking – Read more books -Have more fun – Be a better friend Any of these sound familiar? I know we’ve heard it all before. Every January, well-intentioned folks make New Year’s Resolutions, only to abandon them in short order. In fact, 60% of people who make New Year’s…
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