by Courtney | Aug 9, 2022 | Basics, Blog, Energy, Movement
Energy balance decides whether you gain weight or lose weight. Simple, right? Yes and no. Your body is a system that abides by the laws of thermodynamics. If you have calories in greater than energy calories out – you will store fat. If intake equals out – you...
by Courtney | Oct 4, 2021 | Basics, Foods, Menopause
Insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, high blood sugar/glucose, and hyperinsulinemia are the same, but the bottom line is that we have lost metabolic flexibility. Menopause insulin resistance is a problem many of us struggle with. Metabolic Flexibility We can lose...
by Courtney | Sep 20, 2020 | Basics, Blog, Foods
One thing I’ve learned through my struggle, and subsequent entry into the coaching space, is that there is not one system or diet that works for everyone. The beauty of counting macros or flexible dieting as a lifestyle is that you get a plan that works for you. If it...
by Courtney | Aug 23, 2020 | Basics, Blog, Mindset
Is stress your excuse for not taking care of yourself? I’m hear this a lot from clients and friends. “I went off plan because <<stressor>>.” “I didn’t have time to enter my food this week because <<stressor...
by Courtney | Aug 15, 2019 | Basics, Blog
Fiber basics and benefits Fiber comes from the structural parts of plants, such as stems, trunks, roots, and leaves. It holds water, regulates bowel activity, and binds substances for removal from the body. There are two types: soluble or insoluble. You can get...
by Courtney | Apr 19, 2019 | Basics, Foods
We can get way wrapped up in the details when first counting macros. Meal prep could make your life easier, or if you overthink things, more complicated. Helpful meal prep tips: Do not try and meal prep all meals. You will hate meal prepping from the get-go. This is...
