It's funny, I think as adults we assume we should just know how to do things we haven't done before. We don't expect our kids to know, we treat them like beginners, encouraging them to practice, continue trying until they get better. Maybe it's time we do the same! Check out today's video about how being a beginner is the only way to being an expert.

Habits make or break our progress toward our goals, so if you have a habit that's not working for you - listen up! In this video we go through a simple, effective step in helping you create or break a habit.

Yeah, I do too!  I wish I could say that cravings no longer exist after you start eating better and exercising, but we all know that's not happening! It does get better, and you crave more quality foods, but you also learn better tools to deal with cravings.  Let's get started with the basics, check out the three ways you can handle you cravings in today's video! Spoiler Alert - the answer is not always no!

Overeating is definitely a general term that can encompass so many different actions, so where do you start? How do you figure out the first step in not overeating?

Check out today's video, and then comment below to let me know more about your overeating.

I know, it sounds a little harsh, but how many times have you told yourself you can't for one reason or another?  It's literally what's stopping you from hitting your goals.

In today's video we talk about how to stop the excuse mindset and move to a I can, I am mindset! As always, I'd love to hear your feedback on the video, so comment below and tell me what you think, if it worked for you, or if you need more detail!

It's summer, which means hot weather and no desire to cook! But it also means delicious, farm fresh veggies! This salad is the BEST of both, it comes together fast and is so tasty you may make it a few times this week.

Mediterranean Salad

Squeeze of Lemon Juice

Olive Oil

1/2 cup sliced cucumber

1/2 cup halved grape tomatoes, or medium tomato sliced

1/4 bell pepper thin sliced (red, orange or yellow)

1 tsp fresh oregano chopped

1/4 cup crumbled feta

sliced red onion (optional)

Slice up all your veggies, add to a bowl. Squeeze part of a half of lemon to taste, a quick squirt or pour of olive oil (1 tsp or so), oregano, salt/pepper to taste. Mix, determine if it needs more lemon juice. Top with feta. Serves 1.

I see this question, and many other forms of it:

Can I see results without changing my nutrition?

Do I have to follow a nutrition plan?

Should I double up on my workouts to lose weight?

So this week I'm giving the answers, check out the video!

For some reason everyone in this house has to eat EVERY NIGHT! I know you hear what I'm saying, and sometimes you just don't have any ideas. UGH.

That's where I turn to the weekly grocery store flyer! I'm a sale shopper anyway, so why not see what's on sale with the groceries.  This week the sale on cod caught my eye, it's fast to prepare, can thaw quickly and everyone will eat fish tacos. Paired the fish with my easy cilantro lime slaw and this delicious Mexican Rice recipe, yum!

Mexican Rice

1 garlic clove, minced

1 4oz. can of green chilies

1 cup long grain white rice

2 cups chicken broth

1/2 cup crushed tomatoes

2 tsp. tomato paste

1 tsp. chili powder

2 tsp. olive oil

Heat olive oil in a non stick pot with a lid (I used a deep skillet with lid), on medium heat. Add the rice, stirring ocassionally until the rice is light brown. Add all other ingredients, stir to combine, and bring to a simmer. Turn on low, cook for 20 minutes without a lid (do not stir). After...

Maybe you're wondering what a day of food looks like when you're following one of my nutrition plans?! Here it is, all laid out! The nutrition plans I use are whole food based, with a goal of eating nutritious options to fuel your body for workouts, and portions to help you lose, maintain, or gain weight.

Breakfast: Steel Cut Oats with a whole peach cut up, a sausage patty, and of course, coffee!

Pre Workout Drink: Energize is my favorite, a boost of energy without being jittery

Workout! 

Post Workout Drink: Recover, tastes like a Wendy's Frosty! Drinking Recover within 30 minutes of your workout finishing helps with muscle recovery and soreness.

Lunch: Turkey Sloppy Joes with Quinoa

Snack: Vegan Vanilla Shakeology with a whole banana, frozen riced cauliflower, peanut butter and water

Snack: Snap peas, grape tomatoes, and sunflower seeds

Dinner: Chicken Tikki Masala with quinoa and broccoli

Nighttime Drink: Recharge, this also helps with muscle soreness, and your body is...