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Controversial Things I Do In The Health and Fitness Space

Today, I want to share a list of things I currently do (I say "currently" because these could change!) that 'technically' go against the Health and Fitness 'rules' you see online, whether it's on Instagram, TikTok, blogs, YouTube, or maybe you're old school and still read articles from online magazines 😉.

I want to share these things for a few reasons…

Are You Stuck In A Training Rut?

What to do when you're in a rut with all things strength training? ✨

First, let's normalize NOT feeling motivated every single day to go to the gym.

If you're always relying on motivation, you'll have a very hard time maintaining any consistency.

It's easy to feel motivated when you're starting a new workout routine (just like when people are ALL IN on Day 1 of a new diet...until they reach day 9 and they're sneaking chips and cookies).

It's also easier when everything is lining up perfectly.

What If Restriction Feels Good??

I’m exploring this idea of intentional "restriction," aka, saying 'no' to food without it feeling like deprivation. Is it possible to put boundaries around what you’re eating without falling into an unhealthy relatinship with food? I think it’s all about mindset and how you’re approaching this!

My Bachelorette Weekend + Workouts

Recapping my Bachelorette weekend in Whistler and sharing 2 workouts for you!

Maintenance Phases for Fat loss + Sheet pan dinners + Leg day superset

I’m recapping my weekend where I went wedding dress shopping with my Mom! I’m also talking about maintenance phases—what are they and why they’re important for sustainable fat loss. I’m also sharing my favourite food prep hack and a Leg Day superset that’ll torch your legs.

Part 2: Addicted to High Cortisol Exercise: WHY you feel addicted + what to expect when you stop

Today’s post is a continuation from last week’s titled, “Are you addicted to high cortisol exercise”? I’ll discuss why the addiction occurs in some people and what changes you can expect in your body when you reduce your high cortisol exercise.

Are You Addicted To High Cortisol Exercise?

Do you feel anxious until you get a BIG hit of Cortisol from exercise? If so, keep reading to learn about the warning signs of being addicted to HIGH EXERCISE CORTISOL and what you can do about it!