What is “planted based protein”? How do we incorporate a planted-based in our nutrition routine? This blog will provide additional background and support for those interested in focusing on plant-based nutrition, veganism or are venturing into vegetarianism. Overall, we always want to promote increased consumption of fruits and vegetables - but this is often easier said than done for the classic “American Diet” or, SAD (Standard American Diet). And no, I am not making that acronym up!
Today we’re going to dive into what a coaching call with me looks like with one of our VIP team members, Alexis Iglesias. You’re going to learn so much from HER call, you’re going to want one of your own! At first, on the surface, it looked like Alexis needed help with time management and finding a schedule that works for her, but after some digging, we discovered it stems from some unrealistic expectations she put on herself from an outdated blueprint.
Read MoreThe age-old question... How do we manage life and all it has to throw at us (and offer!) while focusing on our own path to wellness? How do we manage eating healthy and staying active when friends or family members...don’t?
This blog will review some helpful tips to assist in navigating this conundrum - specifically how to stay motivated and focused when you are not feeling the same motivation from friends or family.
Read MoreOn today's episode, we discuss why we try to live up to other peoples' expectations and how we can live a more authentic, intentional, and fulfilled life we can call our own.
Recently, I've been thinking about what it means to be an athlete and I've even been asking a few different people if they consider themselves athletes despite being no longer competitive. The majority of themselves say yes they do still consider themselves athletes because they’re still athletic.
Read MoreAs an athlete and someone who is working hard to train and develop skills and strength, how can you balance this WHILE increasing your daily activity level? Or better yet, why would you want to? This blog will review the importance of maintaining even small bouts of physical activity throughout the day to keep you focused and on track towards your goals and help you with training as well as how these benefits stretch farther than immediate physiological benefits, but are good for your body (and impact your nutrition needs) long term!
Read MoreOn today’s episode I want to talk about what Train Like A Gymnast actually means... Because over the years, we've had a lot of people wonder what we actually do and the services we provide. It's actually pretty hard for me to explain that we are platform, but we're also a fitness and lifestyle brand. Overall, Train Like A Gymnast is really a concept. To embody every sense of that phrase.
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