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The Discovery Call is a 30-minute phone-call designed to give you clarity and confidence on areas you want to grow. It’s also an opportunity to discover whether we are a good fit as coach and client, and to get a grasp on what coaching will offer you. In our breakthrough call, we’ll have more time to uncover what it is you REALLY, truly want, (often it’s different than you thought). We’ll go over some of …
A New Year Is Upon Us The last weeks of the year are around the corner, and many people are thinking about food, family gatherings, and new beginnings. That’s why so many people make New Year’s Resolutions. It’s a fresh start, right? Unfortunately, for most people, the resolve to keep those resolutions usually dies off after a few weeks. In fact, 41% of Americans make New Year’s Resolutions, but only 9.2% achieve those resolutions by …
Chances are you read that title and chuckled. You’re probably thinking to yourself, “That’s as doable as Santa going down millions of chimneys on Christmas Eve.” But what if I told you it can be done? What if you had some science-backed techniques to help you? Then, would you believe me? What have you got to lose? Read the 10 top ways to avoid gaining weight during the holidays. Let’s get started! Be Realistic You …
There are a number of myths out there surrounding weight loss. While some are based on scientific pieces of evidence, others are just not true. But, with so many different weight loss strategies out there, it can be difficult to know which one to believe. Here are a few popular strategies that are evidence-based and effective in long term weight loss. Drink a Lot of Water, Especially Before Meals You might have heard that drinking …
Intermittent fasting is a weight loss and healthy living tool. By confining what you eat to specific periods, you can improve your body’s metabolism and lose weight. One of the most common questions people ask about intermittent fasting is how to manage the feeling of hunger during the fasting periods. Here are some intermittent fasting tips to help you get used to the fasting periods of intermittent fasting. Today’s standard eating pattern is to eat …
Intermittent fasting has become a popular weight-loss method. Proponents also point to other intermittent fasting benefits, including better heart health, reduced cancer and Alzheimer’s disease risk, and improved blood sugar levels. But what does the science show when it comes to the effectiveness of intermittent fasting? History Researchers have been studying intermittent fasting for over 25 years. Most studies have involved animals. But clinical trials with humans have also been done. Intermittent fasting became popular …
Losing weight is a task that many people take on regularly. Workout plans and meal plans are reviewed, a gym membership, some new sneakers, and gear are purchased, and we get started. If there is a personal and strong “why” behind what is being done, anything is possible. During the beginning (if the motivation is there and the dedication) the weight starts to fall off (with a process being different for everyone and the rate …
You’ve started eating right, working out, getting sleep, and trying your hardest but you still can’t lose weight. What is the problem? While it can be frustrating especially when you are either just starting out or hit a plateau. Understand there could be small reasons as to why you can’t lose weight and the scale isn’t budging. Below are some of those reasons and what you can do to get the scale moving again (and …
Can you lose weight with intermittent fasting? Scientists and doctors have found that intermittent fasting can be a successful weight loss tool. Intermittent fasting can help you eat fewer calories, which will help you lose weight. Because you don’t need to count calories or strictly limit the types of food you eat, many people find it easier than a restricted-calorie diet. Benefits A study published in the journal Translational Research followed people using intermittent fasting …
Intermittent fasting can be deemed safe and healthy for most people who decide to take on this lifestyle change. What is intermittent fasting? Intermittent fasting is all about when you eat your meals only during specific hours during the day, or on certain days. It works by what Johns Hopkins neuroscientist Mark Mattson, PH.D. calls metabolic switching, which is when “the body exhausts its sugar stores and starts burning fat.” Monique Tello, MD, MPH, went …
