Thinking of going keto? This post will show you what to do before you start a keto diet to give you the best chance of success. The first step to any project, dieting or otherwise, is PLANNING. But most diet books or programs miss the mark. They tell you what to eat, what not […]
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I Tried a Keto Diet for 14 Days and This is What Happened (Hint: It’s Not All About Weight Loss)
Yep, I tried a keto diet for 14 days and survived. Despite having followed every diet known to man (or more likely, woman), I am pretty much anti-diet. I hate strict rules because I’m always rebelling against them. I don’t want to be told what to eat, and when to eat it. I despise following […]
Easy Keto Bacon Cheeseburger Soup Recipe (Picky Kid Approved)
Sometimes you just want comfort food, you know? And when eating keto it’s really simple to do! This super simple Keto Bacon Cheeseburger Soup is perfect for a busy night, makes a great lunch the next day, and will not only fill you up, but keep you satisfied with hearty, delicious flavors. If you enjoy […]
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Happy Keto Body Review: New Ketogenic Diet Program from Leanne Vogel
Important Update: The Happy Keto Body program is no longer open for enrollment, but you can follow almost the exact same program using the Healthful Pursuit Keto Bundle. It is an eight week keto program complete with meal plans, recipes, and shopping lists. It’s a digital download so you can get started today. Check […]
February Results and March 2018 Goals
Happy March! It’s time to update you on my February 2018 goals and share my March goals with you. I share my goals for accountability and to keep it real. Because goals, like life, can be unpredictable and messy. I also want to show you that sometimes we might set a goal and are really […]
January Results and February 2018 Goals
Time to update y’all on my January 2018 goals and share my February goals with you. (The January blog post included lots of tips on simple goal setting and you can read that here: January 2018 Goal Setting Also, I am making February my “month of gratitude” and I am really excited to share with you […]
How to Create a More Balanced Life in 5 Simple Steps
Do ever feel that life is like a train? Speeding into the station while you wait patiently on the platform. But instead of slowing, the train accelerates and passes you by. You’re left desperately waving your ticket while the caboose disappears in the distance. Maybe this is a little overly dramatic, but I’ve felt this […]
January 2018 Health and Fitness Goals (and How to Set Your Own)
Happy New Year! This month I wanted to share my personal health and fitness goals with you, as well as the process I use to select them. It will help hold me accountable and, since many of you have the Diet & Fitness Planner I use, it will give you tips and ideas to use […]
Keto Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe (and a Simple Hack for Easy Prep)
True confession: I love all things pumpkin spice. I also love coffee. And currently I love keto eating. (This is what I used to teach me about keto eating.) Keto is a type of low carb eating, with a focus on lots of healthy fats, minimal carbs, and moderate amounts of protein. For me it […]
Easy Blender Keto Eggnog Recipes (With Dairy Free Option)
I love eggnog. It’s one of my favorite indulgences around the holidays. But I don’t mean the icky store-bought stuff. I’m talking real, practically-take-all-day-to-make eggnog. Where you separate the eggs, and make a cooked custard, and beat heavy cream. Where you mess up the whole kitchen and use about 25 bowls and whisks and spoons. […]
Create Your Own Healthy Holiday Challenge In 5 Easy Steps
The holiday season shouldn’t be about deprivation or dieting. It’s a time to celebrate with family and friends and to enjoy the festivities. The challenge is to do it without gaining weight. Am I right?? For the past several years, I have challenged myself to stick to a few simple healthy habits from Thanksgiving through […]
5 Simple Steps to Planning a Productive Day (Hint: You Don’t Need an Expensive Planner)
How do you get sh*t done as a busy lady? You have to plan. Now y’all have probably seen super fancy planners. Cute little books with perfect hand lettering, stickers, oh and one or two tiny to do’s. I totally love the look of fancy, scrapbook-style planners. But guess what? I don’t use one for […]
7 Newbie Keto Mistakes I Made (And How You Can Avoid Them)
When I decided to go keto I just jumped right in and made some total newbie keto mistakes. In this post I will share those newbie keto mistakes with you so you can avoid them and get off to a smooth start. But first, what is a keto diet? A keto, or ketogenic diet, is […]
What Is The Keto Diet and 5 Reasons All Your Friends Are Talking About It
What is the keto diet? You’ve probably heard friends, family, co-workers or those crazy fitness buffs on social media talking about going keto. Your Instagram feed is full of fit ladies eating fat bombs, bacon and guacamole all day What exactly is the keto diet and why is everyone talking about it? This post explores […]
51 Unique Ways to Use a Calendar to be Healthier, Happier and an Organizational Rock Star
Would you believe you can use a calendar to lose weight, get fit, organize your home, plan vacations, nurture your creative side, and get your finances under control? Read on, for 51 unique ways to use a calendar to not only organizer your life, but to be a healthier, happier and more fulfilled person. All […]
Help, I’m Gaining Weight! What Went Wrong and How to Make it Stop.
Help, I’m gaining weight! Have you ever worked super hard to lose weight and then see it creep back on, much to your dismay! In this post I’ll share my own story of what went wrong, and how I’m making the weight gain stop PS: If you’re super busy and don’t want the whole dramatic […]
YouV2 Meal Plan: 4 Weeks to Healthier Eating
With the YouV2 meal plan in only four weeks you can totally transform your eating by adopting a few simple habits. Sounds to good to be true, right? If you are reading this, you’re probably curious about the YouV2 Meal Plan. I’ll walk you through the plan and show you how by creating a few […]
YouV2 Workout Review: Everything You Need To Know About This Fun Beginner Workout
YouV2 is an exciting new dance fitness program designed for ladies who want to lose weight, get fit, and have a good time! No matter your fitness level, or how much weight you want to lose, YOUv2 can help you start. This fun and easy program created by Beachbody Super Trainer Leandro Carvalho will help […]