Body Comments: How to Respond With Confidence
We’ve all been there. You're catching up with a friend, sitting down at a family gathering, or just minding your own business when—bam—someone makes a comment about your body.
Gym Anxiety: How to Take the Fear out of Fitness
Let’s be real—just thinking about stepping into a gym can feel like preparing for battle. The mirrors everywhere, machines that look like torture devices, and that one person grunting aggressively while lifting weights heavier than your entire body? It’s a lot.
Overeating, Binge Eating, and Emotional Eating: What’s the Difference
Let’s face it—food is so much more than just fuel. It’s tied to our emotions, celebrations, and comfort.
What Is Weight-Neutral Personal Training and Why Does It Matter?
Weight-neutral personal training is a fitness approach that prioritizes health, strength, mobility, and overall well-being over weight loss or body composition changes.
At-Home Fitness Equipment: A Trainer’s Top 5 Picks
As a personal trainer with 9 years of experience—and someone who has transitioned to working out exclusively from home—I know the importance of having versatile, affordable fitness equipment that doesn't take up too much space.
Navigating Relationships While Reclaiming Peace with Food and Body
In today's world, where diet culture often dominates conversations about health and fitness, reclaiming your peace with food and your body can be a challenging journey—especially when those closest to you are still entrenched in old habits.
Achieve Fitness Success: Harnessing the Power of Behavioral Activation for Consistency
Have you ever struggled to stick to a fitness routine? One powerful tool that can help is Behavioral Activation, a key part of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
Understanding Popular Weight Loss Programs: A Therapist’s & Trainer’s in Depth Review
Navigating the vast array of weight loss programs can be overwhelming, especially when trying to find a sustainable and healthy approach that fits your lifestyle.
Body Acceptance: How to Accept a Body You Hate
There is a big misconception about body acceptance: you don’t have to love, adore, or even like your body to accept it.
Understanding Hunger: Types and How to Recognize Them
Hunger is a complex phenomenon that goes beyond just physical cues from our bodies. It involves a combination of physical, emotional, and environmental factors that influence our eating behaviors.
