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

Hello! This is coach Heather Binns. A lack of mobility can really get you down, so I've been looking for a lot of silver linings in this post-hip surgery recovery journey. Take last week for example: I dropped all of my vitamins on the floor. With crutches and a brace, I couldn't bend down to pick them up. My husband wasn't around either, so it was up to me to get the vitamins off the floor. So what did I do? Some single-leg deadlifts to pick them all up! A little fitness for

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

Sweet, creamy bananas... Toasty, nutty pecans... Filling, comforting oats... Who knew plant-based eating could be so delicious?! This Banana Pecan Weekend Oatmeal recipe is just one of the tasty breakfasts you will be enjoying in our 30-Day Plant-Based Transformation program that kicks off on June 14th! Learn more about the challenge and claim your complimentary Summer Abs Workout by clicking this link: https://renov8fitness.ck.page/products/30-day-plant-based-transformation

If you are looking to drop weight, lower your cholesterol, and prevent cancer, diabetes, and other chronic diseases, you may have been told to swap the red meat for broccoli. There’s no denying that plant-based diets are nutrient-dense and anti-inflammatory. They’re also naturally low in cholesterol and calories, making them very appealing to those who are looking to drop a few pounds and improve their heart health. But what about protein? Protein is arguably the most importa

You’ve probably heard that you’re the average of the five people you spend the most time with. It’s a good idea to keep in mind when you’re improving your exercise and eating routines. You want to be surrounded by supportive people who will encourage you, inspire you, and maybe even teach you. You don’t want to be spending time with Debbie Downers! Even the most upbeat people will be brought down by constant naysayers. Does your inner circle reflect your values and provide

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

Hi there! This is Coach Heather Binns. Today we honor the firefighters who put their lives at risk for our safety and well-being every single day. Not everyone knows this, but one of my dreams that I had since my 20's was to become a firefighter. I took Fire Science classes at Santa Ana College years ago (I was the only girl in my classes) and at the end of the program, I ran up and down the tower in my gear with a dead fire hose (no water running through it) and passed the p

We went for a run in the park the other day. People were out enjoying the sunshine, warmer temperatures, and just being out and about again after the restrictions of the pandemic. It was just … a nice spring day. It was … normal. Well, almost. Many people still wear masks. Some businesses are closed. But for the first time since COVID-19 hit, it seemed like a nearly normal day. We let the sun soak our face. We smiled at a cute dog. We felt so much gratitude. It’s still too so

Train like a Spartan and get HIIT quick! No weights? No problem! Check out our bodyweight HIIT workouts that will get you in Spartan shape 💪 These workouts were just featured by Spartan Race #proudtrainermoment 😊 Check out the article and grab the workouts HERE ! And if you’re ready to unleash your inner Spartan, We know of a pretty great Coach... 😉 Complete our Hack your Lifestyle Quiz HERE and book a call with us if you’re ready to unleash your inner Spartan!

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

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

Let’s play a game called “What’s Your Excuse?” Before you answer, let’s review the most common “reasons” people cite for not exercising and eating right. Do any of these ring a bell? “I don’t have time.” “It’s too expensive.” “I’ll go to the gym once I get in better shape.” “I don’t have anyone to exercise with.” We hear these “reasons” all the time. But the truth is, they’re all just excuses. All of them. And there’s no excuse that’s valid when it prevents you from prioritiz

We’re closing the doors to our Total Mind & Body Reset at the end of today. We’d hate for you to miss out on the opportunity to hit the reset button in 2021! Over the next 10 days, We'll be taking you through a Total Mind & Body Reset that you can customize based upon where you're at in your life right now. Get out of feeling stuck, stagnant, and overwhelmed (you know - that place you've been for months or even years) and back to feeling fit, strong, and healthy!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ He

We sent out the Success Guide today. If you didn't receive it, that's because you haven't signed up yet for our Total Body Mind & Reset that starts on Monday! So many people loved watching us go through my last Reset earlier this year and asked us to host another one. Even Coach Heather Binns husband, Steven, was intrigued and joined this time around 🙂 👉 Jump-start new healthy habits in your sleep, nutrition & gut health, movement, hydration, mindset and more! 👉 Improve