The holidays are quickly approaching. While this is always a fun time of year, this is also notoriously a difficult time of the year for staying on track for your health and fitness goals. Between Thanksgiving feasts, Christmas parties, and all the delicious treats, it’s very easy to let your goals fall to the wayside until the new year.

We have compiled a list of products, brands, and deals that we LOVE to help with your holiday shopping. Whether you are shopping for someone else, or making a list to *subtly* give to your loved ones- we got you.

Indulge your taste buds with this high-protein pumpkin pie, a testament to the beautiful union of culinary indulgence, health, and fitness. Your palate will thank you!

You see, you can read all the diet books, watch all the fitness documentaries, and follow all the gurus on Instagram or tiktok, but none of that means shit without ACTION.

Stop scrolling, start sweating. Stop planning, start doing.

In honor of Veteran’s Day, we wanted to shed some light on the female veteran experience. I will give you advanced warning, not all of this information will be easy to read, but it will be real. These are the real wins and struggles of female veterans, and their stories deserve to be told.

Today, we're unraveling the intricate tapestry of caffeine and its multifaceted effects on women's metabolism. So, cozy up and grab a cup of brew (maybe decaf this time) while we journey together... ☕️

Let’s be honest, half the time we say sorry we aren’t even sure what we are apologizing for. It’s most likely to be polite, because that’s what we have been taught since we were little girls. While there is a good intention in teaching girls to be polite, being too polite can cause us to apologize for things we have no business apologizing for.

Here are ten things you need to stop apologizing for. Like, right now.

I’ve tried it.

I remember being in HIGH SCHOOL, being 15 years old and hating my body.

I remember restricting during the week and binging on the weekends.

I remember buying meal plans, skipping meals, and following weight loss workout templates.

I remember just wishing every day that I looked different.

I saw a quote recently that really stuck out to me. It said “I have never had to unscrew another woman’s lightbulb in order to shine.” 

This quote really stuck out to me because it got me thinking about how often women are pitted against each other.

This week marks Maggie's 1st birthday, which means I'm 1 year postpartum! 🎂 🎉 It's happy birthday to our little one, but also happy birthday to me! 🙃 I wanted to mark the occasion by talking about "bouncing back" 🙄

Let’s talk about finding that elusive balance in our lives. We all know how challenging it can be to juggle our responsibilities, dreams, and personal well-being. But here’s a little secret: instead of obsessing over balance, let’s focus on consistency!

World Menopause Day is celebrated annually on October 18th. For those unfamiliar with this day, it is meant to spread awareness, education and support for menopause. 

Listen, there’s no doubt about it that these diets “work” … temporarily. But what happens when you’re off of the meds? Or when you stop eating Optivia products and try to navigate the world of real food again?

Are you tired of feeling restricted and overwhelmed by diets? It’s time to shift your focus and start adding to your diet to help your body feel safe and nourished.

My daughter's first day of school was a poignant reminder of the beautiful paradox of motherhood: motherhood is a beautiful journey filled with a mix of emotions when your child starts school – it's a blend of happiness as you watch them grow and learn, yet a touch of sadness knowing they're taking their first steps towards independence.

How you start your day is usually a clear indication on how the rest of your day goes so make it amazing, packed with protein and low in sugar!

When you’re on the go or looking for a little snack, it’s tough to find options that are high in protein. Use this list of high protein snack ideas the next time you want a filling snack:

In case no one has told you lately, your family needs you to be healthy. 

Okay – a little harsh BUT this is a hill I am willing to die on. 

Your health and the effort you put into it is more than about you.