From the Desk of Coach Annie
There is no “one-size-fits-all” approach to losing weight and keeping it off - each person is completely different. With all of the misinformation and fad diets out there, it is important to us that we provide factual, evidence based, science backed education that supports properly fueling your body, while attaining and maintaining the body composition you want.
Read this if you’re “starting over” today.
How many Monday’s have you told yourself you’re going to “be good” today?
We lost count in the ‘90s.
Why Strength Training Trumps Cardio for Fat Loss (But Don't Skip Walks!)
The hundreds of hours I spent in my 20s and 30s on an elliptical is downright EMBARASSING. Once I shifted my focus, I went down two pants sizes, and two shirt sizes!
Jessie’s Story: From considering Ozempic and wanting to quit, to trusting the process after losing 52lbs
*results similar to Jessie’s. It can be daunting sharing transformation photos and I appreciate her vulnerability in her story below.
“I’m just going to finish these cookies today, so I won’t eat them tomorrow”
Eating an Oreo cookie (or an entire row), doesn’t mean you failed. You only fail if you quit.
10 Tips for a Healthy Grocery Shopping Trip
Only half of Americans take the time to make a grocery list before they shop. Surprising?
It took me a few months, but I’ve nailed this part of my morning routine.
CONFESSION: Sometimes I can’t fall asleep at night because I’m SO excited about THIS the next morning;)
Raise your hand if you “started over” today.
“I’m just going to finish these donuts, so I don’t eat them tomorrow”. Sound familiar?
Why Your "Healthy" Protein Powder Might Be Sabotaging Your Weight Loss (and Your Wallet!)
Yes, your bestie's an Arbonne queen, and you're a loyal subject. But, like, even royalty needs to watch that added sugar if they're trying to fit into their crown, you know?
Prove me wrong: you will STRUGGLE overeating if you do this.
Be honest - have you have eaten an entire pizza?
#guiltyascharged
Use the number on the scale to calculate THIS
Yeah, yeah, I know you’re sick of hearing about protein. But, are you sick of the number on the scale too?!;)
Shelly’s Story: Fitting into THAT pair of jeans again!
We all have “that” pair of jeans/shorts that we want to fit into again - the good news? We have supported clients who have made this happen… over and over again!
Coffee creamer: sabotaging your weight loss goals?
Don't eliminate your favorite creamer- just start weighing it 😉 There's no way I would ever give up my heavy cream!
Raise your hand if carbs scare you as much as spiders, or snakes…;)
When’s the last time you had bread or potato, without feeling guilty?
A review of diet debacles and fitness fads since the 1970s
Hot take: Crossfit is NOT the best way to lose fat. Sorry, not sorry;)
Stacking habits: Building a better you, one small change at a time
If you had a walk-out song, what would it be? Ours is the Cupid Shuffle:)
Is the scale stuck? You’re likely not doing this.
Choose your hard. My clients who see the best results, do this CONSISTENTLY (not always, but usually;))
Calorie Deficits: The Foundation of Fat Loss
If you don’t have a solid foundation (see what we did here?), your final product is not going to be as good.
Maintaining a consistent calorie deficit is CRUCIAL for fat loss.
BCAAs: How to know if you should be taking these (not everyone needs to)
Confession: as much as we despise admitting it, we need to take these. #dontjudgeus
What are BCAAs (branch chain amino acids)?
Knock Knock! Who’s there?
A-mino.
A-mino who?
A-mino acids are the building blocks of life, and we think you’re pretty cool;)
How to lose weight when your best friend is Uber Eats
Do you KNOW how many times we’ve dowloaded and then uninstalled Uber Eats? More than we can count!