Wouldn’t you love for their to be a way to get through the holiday season without worrying about gaining weight, feeling stuck in an all-or-nothing mindset, and loving the way that cute new outfit fits during your holiday party?

In this blog, I’ll go over some habit changes you can make right now to heal your relationship with food and exercise to uncover a healthier, happier you. Can you think of a better present than that?

Here’s what we’ll cover:

• Finding your why

• Planning ahead for success

• Holiday eating tips (Treat yo self)

• Handling pressure from family and friends

• Creating a realistic routine in the New Year

Traveling is one of my FAVORITE things to do, but at one point of my fitness journey, it used to stress me out. As a former athlete obsessed with perfection, the idea of vacation would give me so much stress and anxiety. In my mind, vacation used to be a literal free-for-all when it came to my health and nutrition and then when I’d get back, I’d have such a hard time falling back into my healthy habits because I felt like I already “ruined” them on vacation. Sound familiar?

Keep reading to learn my top 5 snack picks that powered me through my trip to Europe and why they work so well for women who are committed to their health but really just need a vacation.

Stretching. It should go hand in hand with any time of physical activity. It’s kind of like how flossing is to brushing your teeth. You know you’re supposed to do it, but do you actually take the time to do it (and do it right)?

If you’re someone who constantly skips stretching, or even manages to stretch a little but still feels sore, this post is for you. Keep reading to understand:

• The many benefits of stretching

• The different types of stretching (dynamic stretching vs static stretching)

• The importance of self myofacial release

How are you feeling about your glute gains lately? Don’t lie - I know that glutes are some of the hardest muscles to grow. If you’re training your legs 1-2 times a week and still seeing a pancake butt when you look back at it, chances are you’re making some big mistakes that are keeping you from the big booty you’re after.

Keep reading to uncover my 8 go-to glute exercises and other non-negotiable tips that have proven to help me and my clients build our booty’s! Scroll to read in order or click a link from the list to jump to a specific booty-building exercise:

I know losing fat, gaining muscle, and getting the body of your dreams sounds amazing… but do you know exactly what you need to do to get it? Obviously nutrition is going to play a part, but there’s a science behind fueling the post-sports body of your dreams. Yes - I said science. That’s why following fad diets like “low carb'“ or “keto.” In order to really promote fat loss, you need to track your macronutrients.

Are you tired of chasing after influencers diets and exercise plans that promise results but leave you feeling frustrated? If so, it’s time to learn about the science of body recomposition. In this article, we cover what body recomposition is, what it isn’t, the 5 areas you need to explore to have a successful journey.

You can absolutely achieve healthy fat loss without destroying your mental and physical health in the process. You just need to make sure you’re ready and armed with the right knowledge and motivation before you start.

If you’re wondering who you are now that your competitive athlete career is over, you’re in the right place. The truth is, it’s never too late to find yourself after sports, so why not start now?

Here are four things I want you to do that will help you start feeling like yourself again so you can love your life post-sports.