Why I Won’t Tell You Not to Eat the Pie. 

Why I Won’t Tell You Not to Eat the Pie. 

Whether it is sticking to a hard-earned workout regiment or not completely overdoing the holiday goodies, doing something different takes work.


We all need reasons that are greater than abs to stick with healthy habits. That’s why it is important to consider, beyond being more fit, who do you want to be?

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It's OK to Hate Yourself

It's OK to Hate Yourself

You’ve seen the flurry of memes and pep talks that makes up the current fitness industry. Not only do is it lame and phony, but it’s also ineffective. It is simply not necessary to love yourself completely before you can get started. In fact, the right approach to using negative thoughts can be what keeps you going when it gets tough, and believe me it will get tough.

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The Only New Year's Resolution You Need to Make

The Only New Year's Resolution You Need to Make

It’s the new year and with it comes big changes, but some things never change. Many people use the new year as motivation for change to both body and mind. See what Ari and I think is the most important resolution you can ever make.

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How my post-contest eating disorder guided my nutrition advice

How my post-contest eating disorder guided my nutrition advice

I now preach the principles of habit-building as the cornerstone for inciting any sort of lasting change in eating behaviors.  Of note, since these ordeals, I have been able to rekindle my relationship with food while still maintaining a focus on staying in shape and prioritizing proper training.  I love food, I love looking good, I love lifting weights, and I now know I love helping others get to that exact same place.

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