[Lunch made simple!] Like how you eat! Simple, satisfying, sensible, enjoyable, tasty, and nourishing! Nutrition doesn’t have to be complicated! I use my own #AMEN protocol to navigate my daily nutritional goals. This photo includes a few of my go to staples for nutrition. Protein, veggies, fruits, and carbs. I adjust my carbs according to my activity level. Higher carbs, … Read More
4 Tips Everyone Should Use While Traveling!
While traveling, I utilize my #AMEN Protocol and I make do with what is available. I can wholeheartedly say, I can eat anywhere while traveling, and you can too. Whether that’s McDonalds, a rest stop, or Panera – like I did the other day, I can make it work and here’s how: Always prioritize PROTEIN – protein with every meal, … Read More
How to shed that belly fat without killing yourself!
A few belly fat facts: Many times, belly fat is linked to stress and high levels of cortisol. What is cortisol? Cortisol is a hormone made by the adrenal glands. Cortisol levels go up when the pituitary gland releases another hormone called adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH). Cortisol has many functions. It helps the body use sugar (glucose) and fat for energy (metabolism), and it helps the … Read More
5 Fitness Friday Favorites – Battle Of The Protein Bars
Hey guys! I’m back with Five Fitness Friday Favorites – Battle of the Protein Bars! I love me a good protein bar! Like many, Quest is one of my favorite brands – particularly the Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough flavor followed by the Cookies and Creme one! Mmm good! This week, I want to review 5 different bands of bars for … Read More
How To Eat Without Counting Calories
Tired of counting calories or macros but afraid that if you stop counting you will gain weight or that you won’t be able to maintain. Here are some ways to eat without counting calories. There is a time and a place to keep track of the numbers but we can’t always be counting or in fat loss mode. In … Read More
The Ultimate 6 plus one very important Factor!
There’s so much information out there in the online space about Health, Fitness, and Nutrition! Who even knows where to get started? These are my Ultimate 6 plus one – ways to navigate it all without driving yourself crazy. Focus on the small things consistently – change one or two at a time, and last, but not least, love … Read More
5 factors that will help you adhere to a healthy lifestyle! #MotivationMonday!
What is Motivation exactly? Motivation is the reason or reasons one has for acting or behaving in a particular way, or the general desire or willingness of someone to do something. Everyone is self motivated to some degree. Whether it’s a little or a lot, positively, or negatively it depends on where it comes from. “Motivation is a much … Read More
Taco Tuesday
So who doesn’t love a good taco? I love tacos. I could probably eat them everyday. There are so many ways to make tacos. I’m not a big cooker and when I do I look for simple and easy recipes. I’m trying to get better but it’s like pulling teeth and nails. I’ll take it one meal at time. This … Read More
Have your Cookie and Eat It Too!
Cheat Meals….cheat days…..treat meals or whatever you call them! I don’t know where that dang term came from, or where it started. I used to say it too. It didn’t really enter my vocabulary until I started prepping for physique competitions. As a matter of fact, I didn’t even get one cheat meal or a cheat day during my first few … Read More
8 Tips to Maintain, Don’t Gain This Holiday Season
Maintain, Don’t Gain This Holiday Season! 1. Eat at maintenance calories during the holiday season 2. Sample the food rather than eating large or full portions. Eat the things that you love and skip the rest. 3. Eat something before you head out for the festivities. Don’t go hungry to a party. You’ll be more likely to eat more if … Read More
