When you’re on vacation, the temptation to ditch your training plan and fully dive into relaxation mode can be strong. While taking a break is important, keeping some level of fitness during your trip can actually enhance your experience. Not only does it help you stay on track with your goals, but staying active can […]
Category: Health & Fitness
The Key to Longevity and Performance: Why a Well-Rounded Strength & Conditioning Program Matters
In the world of fitness, it’s easy to get caught up in current buzz: heavy lifts, HIIT sessions, or cardio-focused routines. But if your goal is long-term health, injury prevention, and all-around fitness/athleticism, you need a well-rounded strength and conditioning program. One that incorporates all the essential movement patterns we use in daily life and […]
Should You Work Out When You’re Sick? A Guide to Exercising (or Resting) During Cold and Flu Season 🤒
The colder months often bring holiday cheer, but they also usher in an uptick in colds, flu, and other illnesses. As a fitness enthusiast or someone committed to a regular exercise routine, you might wonder: Is it okay to work out when I’m under the weather? The answer isn’t always black and white, but there […]
The Role of Protein in Muscle Growth & Debunking Common Myths
Protein plays a crucial role in muscle growth and repair, which is why it’s so often emphasized in discussions about fitness and nutrition. From bodybuilders to casual gym-goers, many people focus on their protein intake, trying to maximize gains and recovery. However, there are numerous myths surrounding protein consumption, especially regarding timing, amounts, and the […]
Reignite Your Fitness Motivation: 10 Effective Strategies for Progress
The summer season is notorious for people putting their health and fitness on the back burner. A day off of the gym can turn into a few days, a week, a few weeks… you can see where I’m going with this. Derailment of any kind doesn’t mean all of your progress is lost. The best […]
How to become an Accountability Queen/King
Accountability is crucial for maintaining consistency in any health and fitness routine. Here are my top 5 ways to establish accountability and achieve your goals as soon as possible: 1. Set Clear, Measurable Goals: Define specific, achievable goals with clear timelines. Whether it’s losing a certain amount of weight, lifting a specific weight, or running […]
Start Your Day Right: 7 Delicious High-Protein Breakfast Recipes
Starting your day with a high-protein breakfast is one of the best ways to fuel your body, maintain energy levels, and support muscle building or healthy weight loss. Whether you’re looking to build muscle, lose weight, or simply stay full until lunch, these high-protein breakfast ideas will help you start your day off right. 1. […]
Spring Check-in
Spring is the perfect time to refresh your training goals, eating habits, and embrace more nutritious foods to feel good and look good this Spring and Summer season. Here are some clean eating tips tailored for you this spring season: Aim to get your food locally, best option is your neighborhood farmers market! As spring […]
Training vs Competing and avoiding Overtraining
Ask yourself: Are you training or competing everyday? This is a very important distinction to make in your own programming. Too often I see individuals thinking they are training when in fact they are actually falling into a competition mentality, and quite often without even knowing it. They just think they are training hard and […]
Goal Setting
HOW TO: Create a road map to anything you want. Setting goals is like plotting a course for your life you want—it gives you direction, purpose, and a sense of achievement. Below I’ve outlined the benefits of goal setting and why you should use this in your daily practice: 1. **Clarity**: Goals provide clarity about […]