The nutrition and training supplements that I use include Shakeology, BODi Collagen Peptides, Energize, Tailwind, and Nutricost Creatine. I started drinking Shakeology in March 2009, and it has been a staple of my diet ever since. More recently, I started taking collagen and creatine as I learned more about them. I […]
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Unlock the science of precision nutrition for longevity with high-protein strategies, anti-inflammatory fats, and essential minerals to slow aging and boost performance. In 2026, we’ve moved past the era of restrictive dieting and “superfoods” toward a more sustainable approach: Precision Nutrition. Building your Health Retirement Fund depends on giving your […]
When you master the essentials of nutrition, movement, and mindset, you take a huge step forward in increasing your longevity and healthspan. Scroll down to find out why nutrition, movement, and mindset are not silos—they are deeply interconnected The Longevity Trifecta: Mastering Nutrition, Movement, and Mindset Living a long life […]
Nutrition on BODi is Included with Your BODI Membership! In addition to live and on-demand studio fitness classes, Nutrition on BODi is packed with amazing features to help you eat better and reach your goals. Here’s a taste of what you can expect with Nutrition on BODi. 2B Mindset and Portion Fix […]
As I was vacuuming today, I was really taken aback by how much I enjoyed the task lately. Weird, right? But recently my husband and I decided enough was enough with the less expensive vacuums always letting us down. We decided to bite the bullet and invest in a Dyson. […]
Making resolutions is the easy part, following through with them is the challenge! Many obstacles can get in our way from reaching our goals, our attitude included. The biggest thing I have learned is how my mind can have so much power over my actions. Deciding you want something […]
Welcome to my Pay-It-Forward campaign. The goal of this campaign is simple – Sharing! When you see the TOPSTONE Challenge Badge, know that you’ve been challenged. Challenged to eat something nutritious, engage in exercise, and start involving others in better nutrition, health, and wellness. Copy this badge and forward it […]
School is back in session which means a lot more structured schedules, homework, after school activities, and PLANNING. Time management and prioritization can be challenging, especially when trying to live a healthy lifestyle. I’m still struggling with my family’s new scheduling routine this school year. With three […]
Fitness and nutrition have a huge impact on how old you look and feel. I truly believe that age is just a number, and you can become fit and healthy at any age. I just celebrated another birthday yesterday, and I am now the young age of….41! I feel […]
10 Favorite Foods for My Family Trying to eat healthy and feed our families the best foods can sometimes be difficult. Knowing what foods to choose and how to prepare them doesn’t have to be hard. There are many nourishing foods you can simply add to your diet, without a […]
Sometimes things happen that are out of our control, but it’s how we deal with them that can make or break us. As I have written before, I have a history of back issues due to an injury that happened back in 2000. Every once in a while […]
Everyday someone wants me to make up a meal plan for them. I used to do this for my personal clients for free. But honestly I stopped because it was time consuming and I wasn’t getting paid for it. Don’t get me wrong, I do love to offer […]
I get asked a lot of questions about supplements. Do I need them? Will they help my results? What should I take? When should I take them? Do you take any? The short answers: No, yes, varies, varies, yes. There you have it. Have a great week! Wish it was […]
Being consistently committed to a healthy lifestyle can sometimes be hard. I follow a strict meal plan, exercise regularly and try to make the right choices most times when it comes to my health routine, especially living with hypoglycemia. Recently, I was reminded how crucial it is to keep on […]
Okay, so you may be by a cozy fire right now, or you just finished chipping the ice off of your car, but in just 17 weeks it will be Memorial Day – the unofficial start of summer!!! So how will your Memorial Day and summer be this year? Will […]
Everyday someone wants me to make up a meal plan for them. I used to do this for my personal clients for free. But honestly I stopped because it was time consuming and I wasn’t getting paid for it. Don’t get me wrong, I do love to offer […]
Typically Generation X are those who were born between 1965 and 1979. That would make the oldest GenXer’s 45 years old now and the youngest ones 31. Its hard to believe that some of my fellow GenXer’s are even grandparents! Shocking! I guess I find that one […]
Hi everyone! Over the years as a fitness professional and also recently from my Team Beachbody members, there have been a few recurring questions that I have been getting from different people. So I guessed that if so many people keep asking me the same questions, it might be a […]