There is a TON of information out there about health and wellness, and it seems like it’s changing all the time (remember when carbs were basically banned?). On the blog, I break down the latest and greatest in the health world with real, science-backed evidence you can trust. That way, you have all the facts you need to decide if a certain workout or a new superfood works for your life. Things in the wellness world move pretty fast, but you can count on this blog to be a reliable, data-backed resource that you can come back to again and again.
I use this phrase often with my clients. Many believe that food itself is their issue, however, it’s either their relationship with it or they just don’t know what works for them. Food itself is actually pretty straight forward along with the concepts that come with it. Food can seem really confusing, but I think […]
Listen, I don’t have all the answers, but I can share my experience thus far as an independent, female business owner. I have to constantly remind myself, that’s no small feat. I have made many mistakes and will continue to make them throughout this journey as a business owner. I think it’s important, especially for […]
Low-carb diets have got it all wrong. Ask anyone who needs to lose weight and they’ll probably say, “I need to cut back on carbs.” There’s such biological complexity and we need to look at the bigger picture. Do carbs increase insulin levels? Yes, they do. Does increased insulin after meals lead to fat gain? […]
Sleep in my opinion is the most underrated essential function to our bodies. Forget results for a minute. Let’s talk day to day functionality. Two-thirds of adults throughout all developed nations fail to obtain the recommended eight hours of sleep.* I doubt you’re surprised by that fact, but you’ll be shocked at the consequences. Reading […]
I'm a certified personal trainer and nutrition coach in Chicago. On paper, I specialize in strength and conditioning, pre- and post-natal fitness, and online nutrition coaching. I've had the opportunity to work with organizations like Under Armour, Lululemon, and the Chicago Blackhawks at MB Ice Arena. Day to day I'm blest to work with both athletes and the general population in the Chicagoland area.