How to Love Yourself Up…and Why Your Health Depends on It.

Here’s something that might throw you for a loop… Your diet, your workouts, your caloric intake, your macros…as important as all of those are to your health, none of them are more important than your mindset… Basically, your work ethic and habits will both improve when your mindset is in the right place. So what’s […]
On a Diet? This Word Is Your Most Powerful Tool

“No.” That’s your most powerful weapon against unhealthy foods, against missed workout days, against anything that can derail your health. If you take one thing away from this blog, let it be this: it’s ok to say no. That’s not always easy, but it is effective. Especially if you want to see results from your […]
What Do You REALLY Get Out of Being Healthy?

There’s a better way to look at your health. See, when it comes to dieting and exercise, a lot of people tend to focus on what they sacrifice rather than what they get out of it. They don’t realize that your health is the best gift you can give yourself. Trust me, if people actually […]
How to Teach Nutrition to Your Kids

Nutrition is one of the best gifts you could ever give your kids. Just think: the healthier your kids are, the longer they’ll live, and the more of life they’ll be able to experience. So how do we inspire the next generation to really care about their health? I have a simple trick up my […]
How to Enjoy Valentine’s Day Sweet Treats Without Destroying Your Diet

Ahhh, Valentine’s Day. A day to celebrate the love you have for your S.O, friends, family, coworkers, and even your furry companions. It’s also the time of year where every grocery store in town is shoving milk chocolate, pink cupcakes, and wine in your face. You’ve been working so hard to stick with your diet…and […]
Are Naps Good for You?

You’re eyelids feel like anvils. You can barely stay awake. Soooo…should you take a nap or nah? Today we wanted to give you a few pros and cons of one of man’s favorite pastimes—napping.
The Top 3 Benefits of Drinking Lemon Water

When you go to a restaurant, do you pluck the lemon slice out of your water or leave it in to soak up the citrusy goodness? If you’re in the former category, you may want to rethink that choice. Turns out, lemon water actually has super healthy benefits for your body! Who would’ve thought putting […]
How to Eat Healthy at Any Restaurant

Tell me if you’ve been here before. You finally figure out how to eat healthy. Your structure your diet perfectly: protein shake in the morning, chicken breast for lunch, salmon for dinner, and a few healthy snacks in between. But then…you go out to eat once…you have a little “cheat meal”…then another…and eventually you slip […]
How to Eat Clean on a Budget and Save Money!
originally published January 2018 – updated August 2025 Let’s bust one of the biggest myths in nutrition: Eating clean doesn’t have to be expensive. Despite what flashy health food brands and overpriced organic sections might suggest, clean eating is not about spending more. It’s about choosing simple, whole foods that fuel your body and often […]
How to Live “Beyond the Scale”

We have all been fooled. Fitness articles, magazines, and experts all tell us the same thing: when it comes to fitness, the scale is the ultimate judge. You finish a grueling workout. What’s the first thing you want to do? Hop on the scale. You eat clean for a few days straight. Where do you […]