Sweet potatoes vs. potatoes: A nutritional debate fueled by misinformation, baseless ‘superfood’ obsessions, and carbohydrate phobias. Here’s how these tubers compare — and why both deserve a place in your diet. ++++ A few years back, some crazy nutrition enthusiasts decided to figure out whether white or sweet potatoes were “healthier”. One group compared the glycemic index and...
I’ve finally found a fitness-focused New Year’s resolution that’s worth making. And here it is, along with 10 client-proven ways to reach your own health and fitness goals this year. ++++ If you’re reading this, it means you survived the holidays. It’s the most wonderful (crazy, stressful, awesome, magical) time of the year. You know the drill: Kids and...
With so many conflicting opinions out there, it can be tough to separate fact from fiction. The diet options are endless: Paleo, vegan, keto, low carb, fasting, and more. So how do you figure out what actually works… and what’s pure hype? The post Best Diet Nutrition Guide – Paleo, vegan, low carb, or intermittent fasting…...
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As a health and fitness coach it’s easy to feel frustrated when clients share deep concerns that go beyond eating and exercise. It’s easy to think: “I’m a coach, not a therapist!” However, you’re more therapist-like than you think. And, in this article, we’ll help you turn clients’ emotional pain into meaningful change without going...
Forgetting things, feeling incapable, grappling with loneliness, and maybe not enjoying daily life? Aging is inevitable, but these symptoms don’t have to be. Whether you’re noticing them in yourself, or coaching someone who is, here’s what you need to know about the importance of lifestyle and nutrition for seniors — plus 7 effective strategies to...
We live in a world of ‘quick-starts’, ‘how-to-guides’, ‘career hacks’. This article is none of those. It’s a different kind of success story. And a powerful lesson on how to get ahead in health, fitness, and wellness, or any other field. ++++ Success secrets. Productivity hacks. Tips, tricks, and quick formulas. I’m often asked to share these as advice; the...
A lot of men struggle with food, eating, and body image… but don’t talk about it. Are cultural or individual beliefs about “being a man” to blame? In this article we explore how “acting like a man” can hold men back. Plus we offer 5 ways to challenge male stereotypes and coach men through change. ++++ As...
Forget willpower: Brain signals drive what, how, and when we eat. If you’re eating too much, here’s how to take back control. ++++ It’s no secret that obesity rates have been rising in the U.S. (and other industrialized nations) for the past 30 years. It’s also no secret that Americans eat more than they used to; by almost 425...