“Jen, my [husband, boyfriend, partner, brother, etc.] can eat whatever he wants and not gain a pound, whereas I’ll eat the same food and I’m gaining 10 lbs! What’s up with that?” I hear this from my female clients all the time! So often, in fact, that I’m breaking it down with a metaphor I [...]
You grabbed a yogurt for breakfast and by 3pm you’ve only had a salad. And, you think you’re doing great! You stick to lean protein for dinner and go to bed feeling like a champ. Tuesday. You wake up with a headache and are running late. You grab coffee and a “low-fat” blueberry muffin from [...]
When you say yes to yourself and tell fear to take a backseat - real change occurs and results happen. But, so often, we say no and our own lists of “why this isn’t a good time…” take over. Even as a weight loss and fitness expert, I can come up with excuses why not [...]
This week, I wanted to highlight some of the videos that have really resonated with people on their weight loss and fitness journey. Why? Because so often, we forget about the simple things that can change everything. Whether you are new to the blog or tried and true readers, these 3 videos will make your [...]
Simply put, it’s like this - a feeling is simply an emotion we experience. Often, when it comes to weight loss, we talk a lot about what we want, but it can’t stop there. Having a goal means you’re probably going to create a plan you hope to achieve. Being committed is reflected by the [...]
Protein bars aren't just for bodybuilders and athletes. In fact, the average woman doesn't consume nearly enough protein while taking in too many carbs - which can contribute to weight gain and feelings of low energy throughout the day. Having a high protein snack to grab when you're in a hurry can make a huge [...]
Are you getting enough? I’m talking about protein here! Most women simply do not consume enough protein in a day. Here’s why: It’s not exactly the most convenient thing to “snack” on - when’s the last time you heard your BFF say, “God, I’m just craving 4 oz of a juicy tenderloin steak!” ? - [...]
You’ve heard it all, right? Add cayenne pepper to your water to boost your metabolism. Or just get to the gym, build muscle, and your metabolism will drastically change. Or eat/drink [insert some new food trend] guaranteed to boost your metabolism. With all this talk, it can be hard to know just what’s fact and [...]
I am super excited to share this with you, because it’s something I hear women all over the world ask - the age-old fitness question… Can I lose fat and build muscle, at the same time? Well, contrary to what you might read about in the glossy magazines or the guarantees from boot camps, cleanses [...]
We are almost there but it looks like winter wants to hang on just a tad longer. And with that comes what seems like the never ending cold and flu season, right? Recently, I came down with a cold and realized just how hard it is to eat healthy when feeling less than 100% If [...]
