What the BEEF?! Should I Consider a Vegan or a Vegetarian Diet Approach?

  ALL THE BEEF [for me]!  I never used to be a huge red meat consumer...but that filet mignon though?!  Who doesn't like a fine-cut slab of red meat that your fork can literally cut through like butter?  I DO I DO!  But, some of us may not be able to tolerate red meats or …

Should I use Creatine within my Flexible Dieting Plan?!

I have been getting more and more interested in researching various supplements and creatine has been on the top of my list.  If you're not using creatine within your flexible dieting plan, then you may be missing out of the added benefits for a healthier lifestyle and gains within the gym!  Our bodies are wonderful …

Truths About Coffee & Caffeine – Who Doesn’t Like Coffee in Their Flexible Dieting?!

Ever since balancing a busy lifestyle of five jobs and trying to achieve my ultimate goal of becoming my own boss one day, coffee and caffeine has been my best friend throughout this whole process!  Who doesn't like coffee?  Let's be real people!  Coffee and caffeine have it's perks and downfalls but recent research shows …

Fitting Alcohol into my Macros – Thoughts & Resources

Ok - so I've been getting a ton of questions from my clients about fitting alcohol into their macronutrient program and IF it can be done.  Well, I'm not going to burst your bubble because it CAN be done!  We just have to do a little math to make it fit while planning ahead.  Again, …

Can Intermittent Fasting be used in my Flexible Dieting Plan?!

ABSOLUTELY!  I have personally used intermittent fasting (IF) into my flexible dieting (FD) plan, especially on vacations, cookouts, and other social events that may involve social drinking and enjoying yummy foods.  Intermittent fasting has it's positives and negatives (or at least I think so) but it depends on the individual's lifestyle and daily routine - …