5 Steps to Making A Healthy Family
Being a parent is hard work! I’ve officially made it two years as a parent and I’ve had to really shift priorities during these two years. I, just as I’m sure you do, want my family to be a healthy...
View ArticleMediterranean Diet Recipe: Slow Cooker Chicken Stew
This recipe is almost like an “everything but the kitchen sink” type recipe but has the added benefit of fitting into a healthy Mediterranean Diet. You can easily throw everything in your crockpot in...
View Article7 Best Cereals for Athletes On Busy Mornings
Learn to pick the right cereals to give you the proper nutrients and energy you need as an athlete. Mornings are hard, especially when you’re not a morning person. Getting in a nutritious breakfast is...
View ArticleSalmon and Veggies Over Cheesy Grits
Salmon with veggies over cheesy grits is one of my family’s go-to meals. It’s quick, simple and a delicious twist on the not-so-healthy shrimp and grits (my favorite). Since weeknights are already hard...
View ArticleBest Weight Loss Diet For Athletes An Active Lifestyle
Spoiler: The best diet is not what you think! If you’re an athlete or an active person, losing weight may not be as easy as one might think. You have to balance eating for energy with eating to elicit...
View ArticleSlow Cooker Recipe: Creamy Potato and Cauliflower Soup
Nutrient and flavor packed ingredients make for a satisfying, balanced and complete lunch or dinner! Who doesn’t love a good soup especially when it’s cold and rainy outside? Perfect for this nasty...
View ArticleMy personal struggle with an Eating Disorder
The early days of how my childhood brewed an eating disorder for my teenage years. This is my personal story about my struggle with anorexia and disordered eating. It’s a long one so I will break it up...
View ArticleMy Personal Struggle with an Eating Disorder Part 2
Realizing I had a problem, I wasn’t ready to change. “No food tasted as good as being skinny felt.” Last blog I posted about the background history of my personal struggle with an eating disorder....
View ArticleNutrition for Sport Injury Recovery
Fuel your body to recover faster and prevent unwanted weight gain while maintaining muscle mass! Did you know >3.5 million injuries occur each year in teenagers 14 and under? Two million of those...
View ArticleMy Personal Struggle with an Eating Disorder Part 3
How I got sucked in, my day to day struggle and how I overcame anorexia. Many months ago I started writing about my personal struggle with an eating disorder. This is the first time I put it ALL out...
View ArticleZucchini Kale and Chicken Pasta Bowl Recipe
One hearty dish ready in 30 minutes or less! It’s getting colder outside and that means it’s time for warm and cozy meals! I absolutely love the fall weather and the foods that go along with it. The...
View ArticleOn the Go Snacking for Busy Athletes
My top 5 picks for filling snacks on the go that will keep energy levels up and prevent muscle breakdown. Often times I will get a new client in my office who will tell me they don’t snack and say it...
View ArticleA Crossfitter’s Health and Performance Transformation
From Unhealthy to Leaner, Stronger, Healthier and Happier! Meet David, a husband, father, a professional and an athlete. Like so many people that seek my help, David wanted to get healthier so he could...
View ArticleVirtual Support for Your Fitness Goals
It’s the beginning of May, and being stuck at home has not been easy for many of us during the COVID-19 crisis. Working from home while kids run a muck, races canceled, gyms closed and literally...
View Article3 Reasons Why You’re Ruining Your Metabolism and How to Fix It
In this video clip, I reveal the 3 top reasons your metabolism is suppressed, and how to turn it around. As a dietitian for over 10 years, specifically in sports dietetics, my passion is working with...
View Article3 Hacks to Eliminate Piriformis Syndrome Pain
In this video clip, I demonstrate 3 easy ways to release tightness and eliminate pain from Piriformis Syndrome. Piriformis Syndrome is something that I personally struggled with from having two kids,...
View ArticleThe Best Non-supplement Pre-Workout Boost
What do I take to boost my workout performance? In this video I discuss the benefits of one cup of coffee as the best non-supplement pre-workout boost. Who doesn’t want to be able to workout longer and...
View ArticleHow to Make Your Own Sports Drink
Do you know how easy it is to make your own sports drink? In this video I show you how to create a homemade sports drink with items you probably have in your pantry, to stay hydrated and fueled in the...
View ArticleEverything You Need to Know About Pre-workout Fueling
Is pre-workout fueling necessary? In this training video I explain everything you need to know about proper fueling before your workout, to get the maximum results. Studies show there’s a significant...
View ArticleWhy You’re Struggling with Cravings and What to Do About It
Do you always find yourself reaching for something sweet after meals, when you’re tired or stressed? Do you just have to have something salty and crunchy in the middle of the afternoon? In this...
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