Day 5 – Rotational Fasting Challenge (Friday, 2/9)

What I’ve learned so far: 1. In relation to working out… specifically running and weightlifting, eating a larger portion of food the night before an early morning workout definitely provides more energy. In relation to fasting, I can fast for 18 hours but if I’m going to work out in the morning, and actually perform well, I’m goingContinue reading “Day 5 – Rotational Fasting Challenge (Friday, 2/9)”

Day 4 – Rotational Fasting Challenge (Thursday 2/8)

Well, Day three (yesterday) didn’t go as planned, but it wasn’t an epic failure either. I needed to get my 5-mile run in around 8:30 a.m. and I just had zero energy. Hence, I decided to make an adjustment to the fasting routine. Which, in hindsight, is what this experiment is all about, adjusting a fasting challenge toContinue reading “Day 4 – Rotational Fasting Challenge (Thursday 2/8)”

Day 3 – 25 Day Rotational Fasting Challenge

I’m not going lie, day two was tough, and I’m really hoping I’ll turn a corner today. Apart from being hungry, I was super tired and didn’t feel like going for a run at all. If you know anything about me, I love running. But, despite my best efforts with electrolytes and bone broth, I still felt ratherContinue reading “Day 3 – 25 Day Rotational Fasting Challenge”

Day 2 – 25 Day Rotational Fasting Challenge

I’m definitely feeling a little hungry this morning and seeing as I only dropped one pound, I’m here in my bed considering my “wise” choice to embark on this journey. I’ve reminded myself a few times, that I’ll thank my future self later, but that isn’t doing a whole lot to comfort me! So, here’s a recapContinue reading “Day 2 – 25 Day Rotational Fasting Challenge”

My 25-day Rotational Fasting Journey

I try to make a point with my clients to let them know that I’m human just like they are. And just like them, occasionally I need to do my own health and wellness reset. The business of life creeps in, the weight creeps up, and despite the fact that we keep it pretty clean I’ve recentlyContinue reading “My 25-day Rotational Fasting Journey”

New Year 2024 – Ending Sugar Addiction

Are you cutting out processed foods, simple carbohydrates and sugar this year? Scientists have shown that sugar and simple carbohydrates are more addictive to your brain than cocaine. So, if you’ve tried to break free from the sweet stuff before and quickly found yourself back in the same old boat, that is, sitting in front of theContinue reading “New Year 2024 – Ending Sugar Addiction”

5 Strategies to Navigate the Holidays and a weekly menu to help you stay on course.

Strategies to Navigate the Holidays. 1. Move more. I like the Activity App on my phone. I’m definitely motivated to complete the circles for movement and calories burned. Even if you don’t have a fancy app, you can plan ahead to move more. Movement is shown to reduce cravings and improve mood. Activities might include:Continue reading “5 Strategies to Navigate the Holidays and a weekly menu to help you stay on course.”

Menu for November 5-11 and Spotlight on Adrenal Fatigue and Mitochondria Disfunction

Fatigue and Stress. Words that I am intimately acquainted with, yet I’m 100% sure I’m not alone. As a mom of 10, I’ve had a up close and personal relationship with fatigue and stress. Sleepless nights and stressful days, and as I get older, it doesn’t seem to be getting better. I’ve traded diapers andContinue reading “Menu for November 5-11 and Spotlight on Adrenal Fatigue and Mitochondria Disfunction”

October 29-November 4 Your Brain Will Thank You for Skipping on the Halloween Candy.

Is sugar really bad? …The age old debate. In my lifetime, I’ve heard everything from “it’s all about moderation” to “God wouldn’t have created a food that was bad for you.” Sometimes I think it would be fun to break down the psychology of all of these belief systems. …Why do we do what weContinue reading “October 29-November 4 Your Brain Will Thank You for Skipping on the Halloween Candy.”

Menu for October 22-October 28 & What the heck are Adaptogens?

If you’ve ever had the pleasure of standing in a queue at a grocery store, than you have probably seen the word “adaptogen” or at least heard the word bandied about on some morning show at some point in your life. Maybe you just have some really “crunchy” friends that swear by some of theseContinue reading “Menu for October 22-October 28 & What the heck are Adaptogens?”