Forgiving Yourself After the Holidays

forgiving yourself

We’re a few weeks into the new year and you might be working really hard to stick to your nutrition and wellness plan or you’re still struggling with having fallen off the wagon in December. You’re not alone. But the best course of action is to forgive yourself and move forward with kindness. Stop beating…

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The Emotional Benefits of Pets

benefits of pets

Our Ivy just turned 3, and even though she’s only been with us a short time we couldn’t imagine life without her. Even Jeff, who really had to be talked into a dog (and wasn’t very enthusiastic when she came home), has come around 110 percent. In fact, Jeff is really Ivy’s person a lot…

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9 Week Control Freak

take control of life

It’s time to take back control of your time, your life, and your wellness. As we say goodbye to 2020 (finally!) and hello to a new year, you might be ready to change some things up and get back in the groove of exercising. I’m with you! Even though I’ve definitely been able to connect…

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How to do the Holidays Differently in 2020

holidays in 2020

Pretty much everything about 2020 looks different than we’re used to and the holidays are no exception. With COVID cases on the rise again pretty much across the globe, I think we’re all sticking closer to home and in smaller groups. Charlie was able to travel back to New Jersey for Thanksgiving to visit his…

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Dealing with the Stress & Uncertainty of the Holidays

dealing with uncertainty of holidays

You’re dreading the holidays because you don’t know how to manage your nutrition plan in the middle of all the sweets, alcohol, and comfort food. You’re not alone! Thankfully the holidays happen every year, so fellow coaches and I have developed some coping mechanisms that we like to share. That doesn’t mean we always get…

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Blueberry Tart Shakeology

blueberry tart shakeology

This treat is perfect for a hot summer day, and the tartness of the cranberry juice makes it so refreshing! Learn more about Shakeology and why I drink it every day. Want to get your daily dose of superfood? Order your Shakeology here.

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How to Establish a Habit

how to establish a new habit

When you know there’s something you should be doing regularly, but you’re not, it sits with you. It can feel oppressive, overwhelming or just plain crummy to know that there’s something you want to do but you’re not. That’s how I was feeling a few weeks ago when I wasn’t working out as regularly as…

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Perspective Changes and Making Do

perspective changes

Did you have big plans this summer that are now scrapped, thanks to travel restrictions and a general concern over your well-being? You’re not alone. Across the globe, we’re all making concessions and changing up our summer plans to take into account what’s going on in the world today. Some of us are looking forward…

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Finding the Silver Lining in COVID-19

silver linings of covid-19

The last few months have been difficult for so many people. Some have been furloughed or let go, others are struggling to work from home while kids and spouses are also at home. Meanwhile, we can’t even get out to our favorite coffee shops because they’re shut down. Vacations have been cancelled, play dates put…

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Frozen Margarita Shakeology

It’s heating up here in Phoenix, which means it’s time to cool down. This frozen margarita-inspired Shakeology treat will make you feel like you’re cheating!  

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