A great way to reach your daily protein goal is to add supplements to your diet. Many gym-goers use protein powder to beef up their daily protein intake. There are a lot of options on the market, so how do you go about selecting the protein powder that’s right for you? In this post, we’ll look at the things you should consider when finding the right supplement. I’ll also provide links to suggested products.

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How you prepare your food is just as important as what food you eat.

Common methods of preparation such as deep-frying, sauteeing in lots of oil, and using heavy cream and butter-based sauces can have a negative impact on your calorie intake, heart health, and performance in the gym. 

Let’s talk about some better ways to cook your food to preserve flavor & nutrients while meeting your daily calorie goals.

Planning your meals is a great way to ensure that you’re staying on track with your diet every day. In this post, I’ll show you my process for creating meal plans for myself and my clients. 

When I teach my clients to eat healthy, we focus first on eating a nutrient-dense diet. The easiest way to eat nutrient-dense foods and avoid empty calories is to follow what I call the Healthy Plate Model. This is a modified version of the USDA’s MyPlate model that was published in 2015, and it shows what your plate should generally look like at meal times.

Around the holidays, many of my clients worry about the impact of holiday treats on their fitness progress. Here are some of my tips for enjoying the holidays while staying healthy!

Calories are the way we measure the energy that we get from our food. If you’ve ever struggled to lose weight or build muscle despite eating healthy and exercising, it’s likely that you weren’t getting the right amount of calories in your diet. Let’s look at how to find the right amount of calories to eat every day to reach your fitness goals.