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Loving your body for all of its flaws is not the same as accepting the effects of mistreating it
I love few things more than lifting legs
I especially really love back squats and deadlifts
Training your mind to empower and endure is just as important as training your body
Trader Joe’s is heaven on earth
I like sweet potato
I really like brussels sprouts
I like almonds [and walnuts and cashews]
Always, always , charge your wireless headphones
Friends make long distance runs fun
No two workouts are the same, embrace it!
There is a difference between legitimate reasons and excuses, learning to differentiate them takes practice and patience
Waking up early is like diving into cold water, just jump in and you’ll adjust right away
When it comes to exercise, you don’t have to do it all (where all is: lifting, long distance running, yoga, barre, spin, etc)
Believe it or not, your mind is stronger than your body, and your body is smarter than your mind.
When making protein pancakes, always mash banana and almond milk together first
When topping protein pancakes, the limit does not exist
When eating protein pancakes, be present til the last bite
Yes, you NEED the [sports bra/leggings/lulu/tank]
Rest days are absolutely necessary
Never having tried a food does not constitute as not liking a food (see #6-8)
Change happens outside of your comfort zone
You are your only competition
Comparison kills progress
No matter how much of a party girl you are and how many times you say you’ll never give it up, if you dedicate your life to health and fitness, alcohol will lose its luster
^^^ I hate hangovers
Food is fuel
Fruits and veggies are, in fact, carbs
Balance is aspirational
Consistency is key
The right strategic consistency = progress
Progress is not linear
One day, your “after” will become your “before”
Cravings change with time and consistency
When the goal is not achieved, change the means, not the goal.
Health is total wellness – that is: physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and social wellbeing.
Tying your sneakers too tight before a long run will lead to a very sore ankle
Monitor broiling fish or beware of small oven fires
Abs in the morning, veggie belly in the evening
Yes, you really, actually, can do that thing
Goals and priorities are always in flux, be flexible with them
Open up to your friends and family about your fitness journey
It’s not about having time, it’s about prioritizing
Practice makes perfect protein pancakes
Always count dancing as cardio
Everybody has an opinion
Always add an egg to 99% lean ground turkey
Meal Prep is the real MVP and hands down the best routine I adopted
There is no one size fits all approach to health, nutrition, wellness, or fitness
The runners wave/gym nod makes me feel really cool
I have replaced all of my vices with peanut butter
I enjoy finding restaurant cooked meals that fit my dietary preferences
It is possible to maintain your nutrition goals with only a mini fridge and a microwave
As much as I try, I really don’t enjoy spin classes
Knowing that I choose to prioritize myself is the most rewarding sensation
Envisioning a healthy future motivates me
My fitness journey stopped me from living on auto pilot
My fitness journey reignited my passion for writing
I have a second dessert stomach
I do not believe in cheat meals, cheat days, or cheating yourself in general
I do believe in treat yo’self moments
When baking, following measurements is very important
Baking soda is not the same as baking powder
Plant based protein is better for baking than whey protein
I am blessed with incredibly supportive family and friends and the ultimate booch loving fiancé
I find nutrition so fascinating it makes me want to consider a major career change
Food marketing can be terrifying, and it makes me want to become an advocate and educator
Intuitive nutrition and fitness patterns are the best way to learn about your body
Lifting legs makes it difficult to find jeans that fit
It is more important to celebrate wins than it is to harp on failures
Every moment is a new beginning
Foods I once loved no longer appeal to me (like fries and cupcakes)
HIIT hanger is REAL
I love cropped gym tanks
Lululemon actually IS worth it
Kale me crazy, but I truly believe you can never have enough kale
Macros be damned, I will never say, “no” to an Acai bowl
I go through phases with meals and ingredients
And songs
I live by the Growth Mindset
I run best with a bomb ass cardio playlist and a piece of gum
Stepping into the weight room has strengthened me as much mentally as it has physically
More cardio doesn’t always equal more progress
Post workout endorphins are the realest
It’s not about being a better version of yourself, it’s about being the best version of yourself at any given moment
The best version of yourself is always changing
Motivation serves you best when it’s self propelled
Life is short, eat the almonds
Not all calories are created equal
Calories should be embraced, not feared
In fact, no food should be feared
Not all macros are created equal
Silicon muffin liners are a necessity for egg muffins
I still stand by my first “why”: live less out of habit, and more out of intent
Trader Joe’s everything but the bagel seasoning is worth the hype
You can modify any recipe to meet your dietary preferences with a little education and creativity
^^^ Yes, donuts can be healthy
Lifting weights does not make you bulky
When looking at packaged goods, the first thing I look at is the ingredients
If the ingredients meet my personal standards and preferences, I’ll eat it no matter what the nutrition facts are
Food scales don’t lie + weighing your food is eye opening (hello, serving sizes!)
Living a healthy lifestyle and treating yourself with respect is easier than beating yourself up every damn day
I like preworkout and I can not lie
I don’t believe in “making up” for missed workouts
My biggest motivation is the notion that time passes no matter what we do. It helps me to make choices that support how I want to feel in an hour, a day, a month, a year.
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I feel like I could have written this, except the part about brussels sprouts, wireless headphones, and adding an egg to ground turkey (because I hate ground turkey no matter what).