With less than 2 months left in 2021, are you speeding up, or slowing down? I’m doing a little bit of both… As some of you know, my husband, Steven, and I celebrated 10 years of marriage last year. Our anniversary trip to Costa Rica was canceled due to the pandemic. Bummer, right? Well, it’s back on! In fact, we will be eating tropical fruit and hiking to waterfalls this week! While not as traditional as turkey, stuffing, and cranberry sauce, this trip is how Steven and I w

Are you looking to achieve and sustain your goals in the simplest, most effective way possible? Hey there! This is coach Heather Binns! I'm sure you answered YES to that question. Let's face it, we all want to achieve our goals quickly and easily, right? The key to a "Quick Win" with your health & wellness is by... Wait for it... Making one simple, easy and sustainable change at a time! So, I'm here to help you do just that with my free 5-day Renov8 Your Lifestyle Challenge

Hey there! This is coach Heather Binns. What are you feeling grateful for right now? This past weekend I attended my 2nd physical therapy session post-hip surgery. I was happy to show my therapist the progress I had made and left the session with fatigued muscles from very basic movements such as balancing on one leg, lateral upright band walks, and mini squats to a table holding an 8-pound ball. But even after all that work on this healing hip, what was most impressive to m

Hello there! This is coach Heather Binns. I've got a fun before and after photo for you today - check it out! The photo on the left is my pre-surgery hip. The one on the right is my post-surgery hip. Unless you're a surgeon or physical therapist, the difference may not seem huge to you. But as someone who is slowly regaining her strength and mobility back, I can tell you that what you don't see, I FEEL! This week's doctor visit brought tears of joy to my eyes. I knew I was

Everybody wants to have a happy summer. Vacations, sunshine, cookouts… So fun! So, let’s share a few tips here for how to keep all those activities healthy. The main things are simple: Get outside Exercise Eat right You know that already, but it can’t be said enough! Go for a walk every morning or evening, when it’s not too hot out . Take the dog, enjoy the solitude, or invite a friend. Walking works wonders. (And it’s outside!) Enjoy an outdoor sport , whether it’s something

Hi there! This is coach Heather Binns. So many people have reached out to ask how I am recovering from hip surgery. I appreciate all the love and support! The truth is, I am recovering pretty well. It definitely helps that I went into surgery in good health. While my normal exercise is currently off the table, I have started making some changes to my nutrition. The changes aren’t because I am concerned about gaining weight without exercise, but to help reduce inflammation, re

Hello! This is Coach Heather Binns. As a fitness coach and trainer, the wear and tear on my body is inevitable. I’ve been an athlete almost all my life, but only since I began teaching and instructing my students at Renov8 Fitness did I pay close attention to proper form. Anyone who has attended group, semi-private, and/or personal training sessions at Renov8 knows I am a stickler for form. It is what will help you get the most out of your exercise and prevent injury. Now tha

You know we are into fitness... Fittin' this donut recipe in our belly! These Baked Almond Butter Donuts are a real treat. They taste just like donut shop pastries, but are so much healthier! Almond butter is a great choice for healthy fat and protein. You can easily make these donuts gluten-free by subbing in your favorite 1:1 gluten-free flour. If you make these tasty treats today, be sure to snap a picture and tag us on social! Baked Almond Butter Donuts 1/4 cup unsweetene

Plant-based diets are skyrocketing in popularity, but are they really all that healthy? Where does a plant-based eater get their protein from anyway, and is it enough to support their physique goals? The truth is that we could all benefit from eating more plants. Plants are naturally low in saturated fat, calories, and cholesterol. Whole, natural fruits and vegetables are packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that help lower the risk of heart disease, diabetes, cer

Think about a time when someone showed appreciation for you. Maybe your boss thanked you in front of the whole team, and even described how your extra effort made a big difference for the company. How did you feel? It felt amazing, didn’t it? And it spurred you to grow even more. You probably felt encouraged to do a good job again the next time, right? That’s a great example of a powerful principle we can apply in all aspects of our lives, including our exercise and nutrition

If you’ve been feeling like things are beyond your control for, oh, say, the last year or so, we get it. TOTALLY. In fact, we’re pretty sure everybody would understand that because guess what? A lot of stuff really has been beyond our control, even basic matters relating to our health. We’ve had to take extra precautions every day to stay safe, limit our interactions and activities, and wait for science to overcome the virus. Now, though? Things are looking up, and it’s time

Today we recognize a therapy that helps reduce stress, relieve muscle aches and pain, increases range of motion, improves flexibility, and more! We only go to the dentist 1-2 times a year, but brush our teeth every day. While we can’t get a massage every day, foam rolling offers the next best thing! Brush your muscles daily with a foam roller 😆 A common technical term for foam rolling is Self-Myofascial Release (SMR), and Coach Heather Binns have been a proponent of this the

Managing your time is all about expressing your priorities. So, when you habitually say things like, “I don’t have time to exercise” or “I don’t have time to” do something that’s important to you, then you’re saying this: My health and happiness are not priorities. Please, stop saying that! Here are a few simple time-management tools to prioritize yourself in your own life. Think about how you can apply them to use YOUR time effectively. Just say no. Crazy concept, right? Yo

We believe that risk is invaluable, and an inevitable part of life. The past year has taught us that! While risk can be terrifying, it can also generate huge rewards. If it weren't for taking big, scary risks, Renov8 Fitness would not exist, nor would we be pushed outside our comfort zone daily to become the happiest, healthiest version of ourselves. Recently Coach Heather Binns was honored to be interviewed by Shoutout SoCal as a leader in the health and business community.

Are you ready for something that’ll boost your metabolism, get your blood flowing, and make you feel GREAT!? We have a FREE CHALLENGE ready for you that is fun for ALL FITNESS LEVELS! This challenge is all about building a fit and strong body! It starts this Monday for seven days. THE CHALLENGE: Every day you’ll pick one exercise and do 50 repetitions of it 🙂 And if you miss a day, you have to do 10 extra the next day! THE BEST PART: We will be going live each day for seve

A lot of people have a problem with happiness: They think they don’t deserve it! Is that you? Are you not good enough to be happy? Do you feel unworthy somehow? Or is it something you’re working really hard to get, and maybe someday if you keep trying…? Sometimes we just need a reminder that we’re good enough to be happy. Worthy enough. And that happiness isn’t a goal we march toward grimly. Because it’s not about being a certain weight, or being able to do this or that, or h

Are you ready for the Summer? That’s a loaded question this year, isn’t it? But despite the uncertainty all around us still, let’s remember that Summer is almost here. What does that mean for your healthy lifestyle? Well, it usually means looking better with fewer clothes on, as we spend more time outdoors, right? And that’s great, of course. But this year, let’s add a touch of grace to our desire to lose a few pounds, grow muscle, or tighten and tone. We’ve all been through

It doesn’t seem fair. You finally made the decision and took the necessary steps to exercise regularly and eat better – but your spouse isn’t supportive. When you’re trying to make lighter meals, he or she insists on the usual. When you want to take a walk, your partner wants to pop another beer. And when you go to the gym, well…you’re on your own. We get it. That’s tough…We’ve even dealt with this ourselves. Here are some tips to help keep you on track. 1. It’s more common t

I spoke to a neighbor the other day, which is rarer nowadays as everyone mostly keeps to themselves. She spent five minutes talking about a show she has been watching on Netflix in which she watched all eight hour-long episodes. TWICE. Then she said, “Are you still coaching people? Gosh, I just don’t have the time to workout…” I’m not kidding! Almost in the same sentence! Look, I love unwinding and unplugging as much as the next person. But come on! How you spend your time is

I want to talk about time some more. It’s not just that it’s on my brain lately – it’s mostly that understanding time is super-important to managing your healthy lifestyle, which takes a little bit of time in itself. Now, I’m not suggesting you take up permanent residence at the gym (if you could). You can incorporate more movement into your daily life in lots of ways. The key is to make a fitness plan and stick to it. Here’s how: Choose convenience. If open, find a gym or st