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High-Protein Blender Baked Oats

Are you looking for a sweet, satisfying, and delicious way to start your day with more protein and fiber? I have the perfect recipe for you! These protein-packed baked oats are the perfect combo of YUM and EASY….

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Self-Sabotage…and What to Do About It!

When it comes to improving our lives, sometimes we do things that limit or even completely stop our progress! Often, self-sabotage comes from ways we learned to protect ourselves from challenges in the past, but these “survival skills” can really hold us back in realizing our full potential…

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Happy, healthy holidays: Can we predict the future?

“Mooom, what are you going to be for Halloween?” I laughed when my oldest daughter asked me this back in August as we walked out of Target. Costumes and candy had already begun to line the seasonal aisles, and she couldn’t help but daydream about trick-or-treating. I don’t blame her! In a world where Halloween supposedly starts right after school begins, Thanksgiving blends into Christmas, and Santa seems to come earlier every year…we can quickly lose ourselves in the rush and pressure of what the world tells us the holidays are supposed to look like. But, how do you want them to feel?

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9 Ways to Skip the Checkout Line

When the military moved us from Japan back to the U.S. in 2020, my best friend raved to me about the perks of grocery delivery and suggested I might look into it. This might sound silly, but I had never heard of this and couldn’t believe such a thing even existed! Now I;m sharing 9 you can try!

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Is THIS the missing ingredient in your better relationship with food?

I find that some clients really struggle with their mindset and behavior around food. In fact, I’ve been there before too. I love helping others breakup with this barrier that keeps them feeling stuck. Here are a few signs I’ve seen that suggest someone might have a poor relationship with food

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Creamy Spicy Spaghetti

I’m sharing this yummy pasta dish that comes from my December Recipe Pack.

This is just one of several resources that my nutrition clients receive each month.

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Does (Portion) Size Really Matter?

Raise your hand ✋ if any of these statements are relatable:

“Growing up, I was always told to finish everything on my plate.”

“I have a hard time leaving any bites behind.”

“I sometimes notice that I keep eating, even after I am already satisfied.”

You are not alone, and more and hard research continues to back it up: we are more likely to eat more food when presented with a larger serving size.

Here's the research on portion size…

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Three Things that Living in Japan Taught me About Creating a Happier Life

Have you ever been to Japan? From 2018-2020, I can say that I was fortunate to live in Okinawa, Japan.

Even though it was not easy being far away from friends and family, I can say that I wholly enjoyed my time spent on the other side of the world. Living in Japan left an indelible mark on my heart and taught me a lot about life. Here are three things I learned about living a happier life while living in Japan…

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What does an online fitness coach do?

Working with an online coach allows you to improve your health and achieve your fitness goals with the support of an expert from anywhere in the world. They can help build up your knowledge, confidence, and improve health outcomes even if your schedule or resources are limited or different. Teaming up with an online coach allows you to work with someone who is incredibly knowledgeable and effective without the need to step foot into a gym if you don’t wish to. Hiring an online coach is often more cost-effective and time-efficient than meeting in-person too.

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Summer Self-Care

Can you believe it? Summer is in full swing here in Hawaii. The water is warm, the sun is blazing, and the kids are home from school. Does that last part evoke mixed emotions for anyone else?!

For many parents, summer break can become a more challenging time of year. Summer vacation might mean time off for the kids, but it might feel like a lot of added weight on your shoulders.

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Is it better to workout in the morning or at night?

When it comes to the gym, are you an early riser, a night owl, or part of the lunch bunch?

Does the thought of waking up to workout before rest of the world is awake totally excite you — or does it make you want to press the snooze button 10 more times?

Have you ever wondered what time of day is best for you to exercise? Well then, read on!

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Be your own version of “GOALS”.

Have you told someone, “Oh my gosh, you are total GOALS!”?

I’m here to flip this script and offer a new perspective.

Did you know that YOU are probably someone else’s version of goals? That’s right! Someone, at some point, has been totally inspired by YOU.

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