For too long, exercise has been associated with punishing workouts, pushing yourself to the limit, or checking it off a to-do list. But here’s the truth: fitness is about finding joy in movement that makes YOU feel good. It’s about saying goodbye to workouts that leave you feeling drained and hello to exercises that empower you, making you feel strong, confident, and alive.
Read MoreAs we age, joint pain, back pain, and mobility issues can become more common, especially for those in their 50s, 60s, and 70s, and over.
Even if you think you have “bad knees,” “bad back,” or consider yourself uncoordinated or unathletic, exercise is still the key to improving your quality of life. In fact, if you’re dealing with joint pain or back pain, exercise SHOULD be a big part of your solution.
Why Exercise is Essential for Joint Pain Relief
Read MoreWe all have access to endless resources when it comes to health and fitness—workout videos, nutrition guides, and advice on body image. Yet, many still find it challenging to make lasting changes. But why?
Why Accountability Is Key to Achieving Lasting Results
Read MoreIf you have a personal trainer who:
Pushes you BEYOND your limits.
Makes you feel bad about your body.
Disregards your questions or concerns.
Compromises proper form for higher intensity or heavier weights.
Makes you feel guilty.
Behaves unethically.
A personal trainer should:
Read MoreFor my twenty-ninth birthday, I treated myself to a solo trip to the Indonesian paradise island of Bali.
But this trip to Bali was not just a tropical beach vacation. It was my glorious triumph over a lifetime of hopelessness and pain. We all give meaning to the events in our lives, and this was a very deliberate representation of my victory over self-hate, misery, and demoralization.
I fought for years and I finally won. And that is worth celebrating.
So that's exactly what I did.
Read MoreI'm thrilled to celebrate being FIVE YEARS SMOKE FREE!
Can you believe that I used to smoke? A lot?
I used to smoke so much that I thought it was an actual characteristic of my personality.
Read more to find out how I quit cold turkey without any cravings or temptation, and why I'm more badass now than I could have ever been as a smoker.
Read MoreIt is my purpose and my passion to help people conquer their demons through physical and mental health and fitness.
Exercise is an essential, PROVEN treatment of depression and anxiety. For those without depression, it is necessary for a fully and happy life.
But what if you hate exercise? Then it's time to reconceptualize your thoughts on exercise. Keep reading for some highly unconventional ways to exercise AND enjoy yourself at the same time!
Read MoreWhen I was out of shape and heavier than my ideal weight, I assumed that when I got into shape, I’d feel incredible about my body. When I looked at pictures of women with fantastic, fit bodies, I thought they must always feel self-confident and love their body....
Read MoreI witness people making this mistake all the time, and it's mind-boggling to see. Read on for everything you need to know about how to avoid this common waste of time.
Read MoreDO NOT waste any more of your life NOT treating your depression! One researcher validates what both my own research and my personal experience has already proven to me: Exercise and nutrition is absolutely essential for conquering depression!
I strongly believe that every single person owes it to themselves to be informed of the mountain of clear evidence about depression treatment. Watching this video is one of the easiest ways to do that. In one video, an experienced research scientist describes six factors that are PROVEN to fight depression.
Read MoreFIRST TIME EVER ROCK CLIMBING.
And I started BIG.
On a mountain in Mae On, Thailand, I conquered my fear—my utter terror—of heights. I can't believe what I did! I feel proud and accomplished. And I learned some powerful transformational life lessons.
It was beautiful.
Read MoreThe new year is a time to celebrate! And it's a time to reset and begin anew with focus, fervor, and hope. It's the perfect time to set exciting goals for the coming year. In this spirit, I've written a comprehensive, evidence-based guide to goal-setting, which you can read here.
As part of this process, I reviewed the growth, successes, and adventures I've had this past year. It was a huge year of growth and major life changes. I amazed by how much I did in 2015!
Looking back on my year, I feel so proud, and I want to CELEBRATE and share this amazing year!
Read MoreI've made it my mission to live the healthiest life possible so that not only my body, but my brain and soul—which live IN my body!—can thrive. There are foods that have proven to be so powerfully vitalizing over the years that I crave them.
The foods I crave. The foods that give me life. The foods I can't go a day without.
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