REASONABLY HEALTHY
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Thoughtful, evidence-informed perspectives on nutrition, movement, healthy aging, and making meaningful changes that fit real life. No quick fixes, impossible standards, or one-size-fits-all solutions. Just practical insights to help you build a healthier, stronger life on your own terms.
The Scale Won't Budge... Now What?
Plateaus are normal. But "just be patient" doesn't feel good to you either. Here's how to work out what's actually going on, and what to do about it.
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The Science of Gratitude: Small Habit, Big Impact
Most of us know that practicing gratitude can make us feel a little lighter or more grounded. But the research is far more compelling than “it boosts your mood.” Gratitude has measurable effects on both physical and mental health — and there is data to prove it.
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Why My Studio is a Chunky-Shoe-Free Zone (and How Minimalist Training Benefits You)
The key reasons I recommend barefoot or minimalist shoe training: - Improved proprioception and balance - Strengthened foot and lower leg muscles - More natural biomechanics Plus my personal recommendations for Vivo Barefoot and Pedestal Footwear brands (and a discount code!)
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What I Ate: Week of Jan 15-21, 2024
Welcome to a new post format where I highlight a week of meals that I actually made and ate! I'm doing this not to showcase that I'm a good eater (because you may see some things that the "clean eaters" of the world will question), but to show how a busy person can plan, shop for, and prep a few things to curtail those hunger-crazed, eat-all-the-things binges that happen when we're tired, over our day, and just want the world to stop spinning for a moment.
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How to Meal Plan and Prep
Embarking on a meal prep journey can transform your daily routine from chaotic to streamlined, and who doesn't love a little extra order in their life? Here is how to Meal Plan and Prep for success during the week.
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Homemade Popcorn - 3 WAYS
What's a high fiber snack that's inexpensive, whips up in less than 5 minutes, and can be sweet and/or salty to satisfy any craving? POPCORN! Read on for 3 ways to flavor homemade popcorn.
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How to set goals and ATTAIN them!
Lack of motivation isn't the main reason people struggle with their goals. Often, it's the absence of proper support—whether strategic, knowledge-based, or personal—that makes the difference. In this post, I’ll share 4 steps to break down your goals into manageable sections, using a fitness example, though the same principles apply to any goal.
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