Contrary to popular belief (or in this case habit), the number on the scale isn’t the only way to track progress. From my clients’ experiences and my own personal experience, there are various ways of tracking progress. From using a body composition machine to how your clothes fit to side by side pictures, you can … Read more
I am a huge fan of writing and repeating affirmations to myself! Affirmations are statements that affirm who you are, what you are worthy of, or what you are wishing to receive. In the beginning, it may feel foreign and strange to write and say these affirmations. You may not believe them initially or think … Read more
I don’t know about you, but even though we’re working from home, I still feel like I’m on the go or have so many things to do in a day. I don’t always have time to sit down and leisurely eat a meal so I’ve compiled some of my favorite go to snacks. Sandwich – … Read more
What shoes should you wear for working out? In my own fitness journey, I’ve worn them all – from Nike free runs, Asics with orthotics, to Vivos. Depending on the activity, I generally recommend wearing minimalist shoes or even toe shoes. If possible, I usually train without shoes on (when it comes to strength training.) … Read more
For the past few months, I’ve been playing around and perfecting my morning routine! Having a great morning will set you up for a successful day. I was never a morning person until I became a trainer. Many of my sessions were first thing in the morning so I would wake up around 5 to … Read more
Growing up (and even now), I remember seeing “low fat” or “zero fat” on so many foods. Fat was the enemy. Now diets like Keto are promoting the consumption of fats for health and amazing body composition. We need fats for energy, brain and nervous system function, thermoregulation, transportation of fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, … Read more
Happy New Year, and hello 2021! I don’t think any of us have looked forward to any year more than we have 2021, am I right? We are all very hopeful that things will turn around and work out for the better this year. I am very optimistic about the future and truly believe what … Read more
We need carbohydrates for fuel and optimal brain and bodily function. I know with certain diets, they exclude carbohydrates or limit you to specific types of carbohydrates. I am a big proponent of eating all the macronutrients so fats, proteins, and yes, carbs. There are 2 main types of carbs: simple and complex. Simple carbohydrates … Read more
What does this fancy term mean and why is it important? First and foremost, fascia is connective tissue which holds and supports your muscles and other internal organs. Imagine an orange, and inside the orange are the white pieces which surround, hold, and connect the orange slices together. Similarly, this is how fascia works … Read more
The fitness industry is ever evolving, and new fitness devices are being created all the time. One device that’s risen in popularity is a fitness tracker. They could be in the form of a watch, wrist band, or chest strap, and they could be as simple as an Apple watch or Fitbit or more advanced … Read more