Sometimes we're so busy with everything happening in our lives that we forget to show ourselves love. Self-love is a form of self-care! We're so quick to put ourselves on the back burner when we should make ourselves a priority. At the end of the day, the most important relationship you'll ever have is the one with yourself! Here are some ways to make yourself a priority: Spend time doing something you love Say no to plans if it cuts into your own personal time or if you just

I can't believe 2026 is officially 4 weeks away! Don't worry if you feel like you're running out of time. I think we put too much pressure on ourselves to accomplish the goals we set out in the beginning of the year, and we end up being really hard on ourselves if we didn't accomplish everything. We still have a month left of the year, which is a beautiful time to reflect and appreciate our achievements in 2025 and set ourselves up for success in 2026! I'm all about progress

We see and hear this term "summer body" everywhere! It's on magazines, social media posts, and even commercials with catchy phrases like "get a summer body in 4 weeks" or "get your body ready for summer." Even I have fallen for the idea that our bodies need to look a certain way for summer because we'll be wearing tank tops, shorts, and swim suits. In recent years, I've been seeing more people talk about how every body is a summer body, and I love it! Whatever body you have n

We all have good days and bad days. Some days we're energized and ready to take on the day, while other days, we just want to lie in bed and do nothing. It's normal to be have low energy or be in a bad mood sometimes. Here are some things you can do to boost your mood and show yourself a little extra TLC! Get outside - get some fresh air, sit in the sun, or go for a walk Drink some water Make a to do list Do the simplest thing on your to do list Some light cleaning or declutt

Spring is in full swing! Maybe I'm biased because my birthday is in the spring, but it's probably my favorite season. It's warm and sunny but not too hot. It's just right! Here are some fun activities to take advantage of this season! Bike Hike Walk, jog, run Stairs Swim Surf Paddleboard Yoga on the grass Meditate outside Garden Play an outdoor sport like golf or pickleball Play catch or frisbee Fly a kite Have a picnic Host an outdoor lunch or dinner Nap outside or in a hamm

In honor of Valentine's Day tomorrow, here are some extra ways to show yourself love! You are the most important person in your life. The relationship you have with yourself sets the tone for the relationships you have with others. Move your body - It could be a workout, stretch, walk, or class. Eat a nutritious meal (or two) Drink an extra glass of water Get some rest or take a nap Spend time in nature Meditate Go back to an old hobby or try a new hobby Take yourself on an a

Today is World Mental Health Day, and this year's theme is workplace mental health. To celebrate, I want to talk about how I take care of my mental health in the workplace. Now that I train privately, I work for myself, so fortunately, I have more flexibility and time for self-care. Prior to running my own business, I worked at Equinox and other fitness centers so I'll include how I took care of my mental health while working for a company too. Here are some ways I take care

Hi there! For this month's newsletter, I talked about rest and recovery. We prioritize nutrition and exercise but put stress management and rest last. In this post, I'll go over filling your cup, or in this case, filling your recovery tank! This image is from Precision Nutrition. Recovery is more than just resting, it involves sleep, hobbies, recreational activities, spending time with others, spending time in nature, and practicing mindfulness. It's great if you're eating we

Hi fitness family! I know the holidays can be the most wonderful time of the year but also the most stressful time of the year. Here are some tips to handle overall anxiety and anxiety about food during the holidays! Schedule "me" time! The relationship you have with yourself is the most important! Remember to schedule time for yourself, even it's a 10 minute self-care activity or workout. Set boundaries. If you have a time you want to leave or a drink limit, own it! Don't le

As the month goes on, each week has gradually gotten busier for me. It’s great, and I love what I do, whether it’s training clients, working on projects, or my own personal training. Lately, I have noticed I do have my days where I’m lacking inspiration. Here are a few of my favorite things that have kept me inspired the past week! Affirmations - I’ve been reading affirmations when I wake up and before I go to bed. Recently, I’ve been switching them up with whatever I find on

It’s already April?! My mind is blown thinking about how we’re already 4 months into 2021, and the first quarter of this year is officially done! Reflecting back on the past few months, I’ve set myself up for more success in this next quarter. I have my Strongfirst kettlebell level 2 certification this weekend! I’ve steadily trained for it and have been cutting so I can make weight and only have to clean and press 16 kg. It’s my first time really cutting and training for some

I have less than a week before Strongfirst kettlebell level 2! There were definitely a few weeks where I was feeling so unmotivated and tired when it comes to my workouts and even my nutrition. Here are some things I’ve been doing to help me stay dialed in and “reel” it back in when I stray away. Find a good playlist - Sometimes music is all you really need to give you that boost before a workout! Listen to a podcast or read inspirational quotes - Honestly there’s nothing lik

This is by far my favorite thing to clean - my own personal space. I see my home as a sacred space where I can relax or entertain loved ones so I love keeping it clean. I am also a firm believer your physical world can affect your emotional world. When I’m stressed, I love decluttering. It makes me feel better. Here are some ways to clean up your space: Donate clothes or items you haven’t worn or don’t want anymore - I went through my closet this week and found some things I

I recently learned a lesson about prioritizing myself. I am my most important client, and a few weeks ago I certainly didn’t treat myself as such. I felt really anxious and scattered. My attention was divided everywhere - from family, friends, and other clients. My energy was dispersed. As a coach, I understand the importance of coaching, and met with my mentor for our monthly check in last month. We agreed I set an hour everyday for “me time.” During this time I have chosen

I love cleanliness and organization. I’m not sure if it’s my perfectionist ways or my Virgo rising (if you believe in that), but staying organized and on top of things has been crucial to my entrepreneurship. Here are 5 things I like to do to stay organized: Keep things in the same spot. All my work related items are kept together in one designated area. This also goes for my beauty products, clothes, documents, etc. When you know where everything is, you don’t have to scramb

The term “Sunday Scaries” has been thrown around quite a bit. It’s the anxiety, fear, and stress of coming back to Monday and the work week. How do we combat this and take control of our Sunday? Here are some things I like to do to help with that: Prepare for the work week - set aside your outfit and what you need Block out time for leisurely activities, work preparation, etc Do something fun that day Do a brain dump - write everything in a journal and get it all out Meditate

As a trainer, I have sessions throughout my day and not everyday is the same. I live by my Google calendar, and now that I am working virtually from home, there have been more distractions to combat. It’s been nearly a year of WFH, and after some trial and error and a lot of discipline, I have found ways to stay productive and focused while working from home. Here are some tricks I’ve discovered: Schedule Out Your Day - I put all my sessions on my Google calendar and also sch

We’ve been conditioned to label foods as “good” or “bad,” however, from my Precision Nutrition certification, I learned to label foods as red, yellow, or green light foods. Red light foods are foods that are a “no go.” They could be foods that make us sick, eat too much of, or something we need to completely avoid. For me, red foods would be ice cream and cookies. I don’t buy these at all because I know I will eat them everyday if I could. Yellow light foods are foods we “a

With many of us living such fast paced lives, sometimes we don’t eat enough, we eat too much, or we may even miss meals. Things happen and sometimes we can’t eat on a regular schedule. However, our bodies function better when we have a routine. Eating meals about the same size around the same time each day can help us improve or maintain body composition and improve physical performance. Here are some tips from Precision Nutrition to create a more regular eating schedule: Sch

I have always loved and appreciated flowers and plants. I didn’t think I had a green thumb until I moved to LA and inherited many of my plants from my old roommate. I now have 24 plants, and my collection is growing! With so many of us spending time at home, gardening and tending to plants has become very popular. Here are some benefits of having more greenery in and around your home! Flowers, shrubs, and trees add color to your home! It’s like bringing the beauty and serenit