If you've ever tried to lose weight, you've probably counted calories. And if you're a woman, you've probably fixated yourself on consuming 1,200 calories per day or some other lower number. Weird fact: a majority of women think they should eat 1,200 calories per day for no apparent reason. It seems like women have just "heard" over the years this is the goal number, but I digress.... So, here's my straight to the point list on why calorie counting doesn't work: You probably

What would you say is the most important factor in long-term weight loss? Nutrition? Exercise? Sleep? I’d argue none of the above. I believe, without a doubt, that the factor that influences weight loss above all else is your mindset. After all, Henry Ford said: “Whether you think that you can, or you can’t, you’re right.” I have personally experienced this undeniable truth in every aspect of life from strength, fat loss, running a business, achieving higher education

Food is all around us. It’s available everywhere. Whatever you want you can have at any time. But because of our over-abundance of food, we’ve forgotten what hunger actually feels like. We are completely out of touch with what our body truly needs. Contrary to popular belief, you don’t need to eat every two hours to lose weight. In fact, it takes your body closer to 3 hours to metabolize your last meal! If we never allow ourselves to actually get truly hungry, the fat is

This is a subject I am REALLY passionate about. As most of my readers know, I’m writing to you from the perspective of a weight loss, nutrition, and fitness coach. I own my own facility coaching others in North Hollywood, CA. You see, despite being a highly qualified coach myself across multiple areas, I hold a deep belief that everyone needs a coach in their life. I have a business coach that I speak to multiple times a month, and it’s been a powerful investment I’ve made

We love pizza. Do you? Did you know you can have pizza as often as you want while staying healthy and lean? Here’s how... Whole wheat tortilla 2 TBSP organic pizza sauce A large pile of spinach and arugula blend (obviously, wilts down a lot) Large pinch of shredded Italian cheese blend Sliced tomatoes Garlic powder Dried oregano Hot red pepper flakes (leave these off if you don’t like spicy) Bake at 350 degrees for approximately 12 minutes. Voila! We’d also highly recommend