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 …

How do I use Flexible Dieting to Prep for a Competition?

Wow!  I can't believe I have been utilizing the flexible dieting (FD) approach for over two years now!  It has made such a HUGE difference in my life and has changed my perspective on my relationship with food two-fold!  Not only was the FD lifestyle difficult at first for me, but it has taught me …

Spend Less Time in the Kitchen – My Top 8 Recipe Bloggers!

I always strive to spend an hour to hour and a half in the kitchen prepping one day a week (#mealprepsunday)!  As busy as our schedules are each day, it is still critical to spend time in the kitchen to prep your food for the week!  Here's my top eight (8) go-to recipe websites/foodie bloggers …

Should I use WHEY protein in my nutrition plan?

Whey protein is a common MUST in the fitness world - especially for those who have an "on-the-go" lifestyle or a busy training schedule.  Whey protein can be very versatile - using it within your protein drink, topping off your ice cream with a scoop, or chomping on a protein bar.  I commonly use it …

How much protein should I be eating in my diet?

I've recently been getting this question a lot lately and decided to make it into a post to the public!  As some of you may know, I'm a huge fan of Dr. Layne Norton and his content that he puts out there for everyone to see!  It is extremely important to ask these basic questions to your …