Is this new protein trend just the 2026 version of low-fat or low-carb diets of decades past? It feels like we've been here before. In the 90s we feared fat, then we feared carbs, and now food companies are slapping protein labels on everything from cereal to Pop-Tarts. This blog is about how we got here, how the marketing got so out of control, and how to figure out your baseline numbers and increase your protein using real food.
How Micro Movements are Changing How We Think About Fitness
Many of us get stuck in all-or-nothing thinking, assuming that if we do not have time (or energy) for a full workout, we won’t be moving that day. But research shows that intentional activity lasting just one to ten minutes can improve focus, creativity, and overall health. Whether you want to start building a healthier lifestyle or need to counteract the effects of sitting at a desk all day, these small steps (pun intended!) are a simple way to get moving.
Is Cardio Effective For Long Term Fat Loss?
Perimenopause: A Coach’s Lesson on Perception vs. Reality
When the scale crept up six pounds, my first thought was, “Damn you, perimenopause!” But as a health and fitness coach, I had to stop and look at the facts versus my feelings. Here is what happened when I set aside my emotions, looked at the real data, and revisited the metrics that matter for midlife fat loss.
The Scale is a Liar: Why Slow Progress is the Ultimate Fat Loss Win
When my husband lost nine pounds in three weeks and the scale barely budged for me, that old emotional frustration started to creep in. Even as a fitness coach with over a decade of experience, I had to remind myself of the science: that rapid weight drops often mean losing water and valuable muscle. A slow drop on the scale is usually a clear sign of fat loss. Here is a look behind the scenes at why slow progress is actually the best result, and how to track your success when the scale refuses to move.