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.

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We’ve all been there. You tell yourself you’re going to eat healthier, hit the gym, or get more sleep, but when the time comes to make those changes, old habits kick in. It’s almost as if we’re at war with ourselves. The promises we make to improve our health and wellness often seem to clash […]

WHY WE SAY ONE THING, BUT DO ANOTHER

We live in a world that often wears stress like a badge of honor. From the constant hustle of modern life to the pressure to achieve and keep up, stress has become a ubiquitous part of the human experience. Whether it’s the deadline-driven work culture, the overwhelming demands of family and social life, or the […]

THE SILENT EPIDEMIC

My answer is what most people don’t want to hear. I did what I know works for me. That’s a process that’s not fast nor easy. There’s two major things that go into that process and tends to be the path of most resistance for most folks. With all do respect, these are the two […]

HOW I LOST TEN POUNDS IN TWELVE WEEKS

The line between stress and burnout is a blurred one. It’s often difficult to see where one begins and the other ends. Think of burnout as the older, meaner, big brother to stress. I think it’s important to acknowledge that stress is a part of us, but when is it too much for us to […]

MANAGE STRESS, AVOID BURNOUT, AND STAY INSPIRED.

I have gotten this question many times and it’s something I love to work on with clients. Discipline is a word that gets thrown around lot these days, but I don’t see a lot of people defining it nor breaking it down. It’s not something that you have or don’t have. It’s something you can […]

HOW DO YOU BUILD BETTER DISCIPLINE?

To put it simply, eating at your maintenance means you eat roughly equivalent to the calories you expend. Meaning you are eating enough to neither gain weight or lose weight. I wish this was talked about more than it is because it’s a crucial component in nutrition and especially for fat loss. When considering fat […]

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO EAT AT YOUR MAINTENANCE?

It comes down to mindset. Many people admit that they want and need to make health improvements, but don’t take the first step towards changing it. This can show up as how we speak to ourselves (internal dialogue), making excuses, lack of awareness, not asking for help, or not prioritizing what’s important to us. Trust […]

How to get out of your own way

Body composition is the proper term that’s used for that “lean” or “toned” physique. Simply put, it’s the breakdown of body fat and lean mass that you carry. This also varies and depends on a number of factors such as age or genetics. However, there is still a lot you can control when it comes […]

What is body composition and how do you achieve it?

One of my favorite topics to discuss in all of fitness. I think it’s a loaded question and something that can be different for everybody. Also, probably the most overlooked aspect of fitness and wellness. I like to break this down as it’s easier for me to approach. There’s a mental, emotional, and physical aspect […]

What is recovery and why is it important?

I spent a short few years in my coaching career, I came to realize training isn’t and wasn’t enough to get people where they wanted to be. Don’t get me wrong, training is one of the most important and valuable things you can do for yourself. I can go on and on on the mental, […]

Why did I decide to become a nutritionist?

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. 

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