Fad Diet

The Truth About Fad Diets

Everyone wants a quick fix with some crazy weight loss diet that will get them back to their ideal weight as quickly as possible.  Wanting instant gratification is a common trait that we all share, but unfortunately, fad dieting is not good for your body.   As a mature adult you know in your heart […]

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Motivation & Discipline

While motivation may be good, discipline is better. Here’s why.   Motivation is a fleeting feeling. Here one minute, gone the next. Discipline on the other hand, is a way of life; something we ingrain in ourselves.   At some point in our lives, we all have said to ourselves, “I need to get in […]

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Snacks

Snacking 101

 We all know that it’s important to eat often throughout the day, so why don’t more of us do it? Snacking decreases cravings and binges, gives you energy, and helps prevent low blood sugar (a result of waiting too long to eat between meals).   Consider this situation: You are planning to go out shopping […]

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The Power of Accountability

What exactly is accountability? “Accountability is the acknowledgment of responsibility for your actions with the obligation to report, explain, and be responsible for the resulting consequences.” Accountability is very powerful when used for the purpose of encouragement, not shaming.   The key word here is “responsible.” In our lives we take responsibility for many things, […]

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Nutrition

Our Approach to Nutrition Coaching

When most people want to lose weight, they decide to go on a diet. Big mistake. What this usually means is that they completely overhaul their eating habits and change everything all at once. They put themselves on complete restriction and say “no” to everything. You’ve definitely heard it before…”I can’t…I’m on a diet.” Radical […]

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