Whew. I always like to think of myself as FOREVER YOUNG but this Nicole Wilkins Transformation Challenge has me realizing that I am no longer in my 20's and I have to take steps in my body work self care to ensure that I perform at an optimal level. My Goals To Get back into ... read more >
There was a firestorm on social media recently as people began to speak out against fitness companies promoting OBSESSION for participants. I saw the promotion and shook my head. I didn't think to speak out until I saw one brave woman who did speak out and received a lot of negative comments and criticism. As ... read more >
I worked in commercial gyms for over ten years. Every January we would prepare for the inevitable New Years Resolution rush. From the beginning, I noticed a significant drop off after Valentine’s Day: exactly six weeks into the New Year. In recent years I have noticed that the crowds start to thin out by the ... read more >
Diane was the winner of our Sugar Free Me Challenge and I think she has THE TIP for how to make sure your movement goals HAPPEN. From Diane: "Holding myself accountable by keeping a calendar is my most important goal in 2017, it allows me to see my results. Yet, we should not beat ourselves up if ... read more >
Thanksgiving has come and gone. There was no obsession about Thanksgiving food or bingeing on all the foods I restricted myself from. Things were normal! What a difference a few years make! Kicking the Earn Your Food and Burn the Bird crap to the curb! One thing that warmed my heart this Thanksgiving were so ... read more >
Unless you are training for sport or for aesthetic goals, then I don't think you should get bogged down in nutrition dogma. It isn't sustainable for most people and many people become obsessed with food and trying to be perfect However I don't think there's anything wrong with using nutrient timing for optimal health and ... read more >
It works. That's all I have to say. I am eating great food, doing fun workouts, and I am able to wear jeans I haven't been able to wear in 2 years. When I started these pants would not go up over my behind but they are wearable....with room. Wow. Did I mention this was ... read more >
I went on a cruise and I ate Creme Brulee, Tiramisu, Lobster and Shrimp, Bacon, French Toast, Chorizo, Cheesecake, Pina Coladas, Margaritas, Wine, and other yummy foods! Homemade Chips and Salsa I ate all of this without guilt, came back, got right back to business, and the next week fit into pants I ... read more >
Quick hit: Some of my clothes that weren't fitting are now fitting so something is happening. I love the fact that I am eating more plant based just by virtue of the menu plan. Sometimes I only eat one meal with meat and I feel fine. I was a little low energy this past week ... read more >
This honestly has been one of the better programs that I have followed. I will tell you that I haven't been a stickler to the program but I've followed along and tried a lot of the new recipes. This has been just the thing I needed to get my Fall 2017 Sprint going. When Rachel ... read more >
