That's Healthy?!

In this episode, I'm walking you through a brutally honest self-audit if you feel like you're "doing everything" but not seeing body recomposition results. We break it down to the fundamentals: Are you eating regularly? Are you consistently getting at least five servings of produce? Are you hitting 20–30 grams of protein three to five times daily? I explain why these basics matter for hunger regul...

In today's episode, I'm answering a question straight from my Instagram DMs about how to track food without overthinking, quiet food noise, and stop comparing your progress to everyone else's. I share practical strategies for simplifying tracking, including what actually matters to log, when estimating is more than good enough, and why aiming for ranges, not perfection, is key for consistency and...

In this week's episode, I'm getting back to basics because the basics are the basics for a reason . I break down the simplest, most effective nutrition strategy that works across fat loss, muscle gain, performance, and overall health: eating enough protein and fiber within an appropriate calorie range.    I talk about why simple doesn't mean easy, how focusing on the minimum effective dose beats c...

This week, I'm breaking down protein recommendations in a way that finally makes sense. I walk through why the RDA is only meant to prevent deficiency, what an ideal protein range actually looks like, and how to personalize your target based on your own body composition and goals.    I also share the hierarchy of protein intake, daily totals, meal distribution, protein quality, and timing, so you...

In today's episode, I'm sharing another tracking tip in my simplified macro tracking series — this time, it's all about how to incorporate energy-dense foods into your day without derailing your goals.   I dive into why these foods (think cinnamon rolls, chips, queso, or a margarita) don't have to be labeled "treats" or "cheat meals" and how they can actually be a normal, satisfying part of a sust...

In today's episode, I'm building on concepts from the last episode on pre-workout nutrition. You can listen to that episode here , where you'll hear the three fundamental factors for optimal workout results.   But in this episode, I'm sharing the three R's of post-workout recovery: rehydrate (water and electrolytes), replenish (muscle glycogen), and rebuild (protein). I focus on protein synthesis...

In today's episode, we're talking all about pre-workout nutrition and the 3 essential fundamentals for maximizing workout effectiveness. I'm sharing why getting adequate sleep, consuming sufficient overall calories to support exercise and recovery, and maintaining adequate daily protein intake are crucial to seeing results from workouts.    I'm also diving into the roles carbohydrates and protein...

I'm so excited to share this Q&A episode with you today. I asked you on Instagram what questions you had for me, so tune in to this episode to hear answers to your questions about hormones and body composition, satiety, protein intake, and so much more. And don't forget to check out the links below for previous episodes that go more in-depth on these topics.   In this episode, I cover: What food n...

This episode is for those of you tracking macros or are on the fence about trying to see if it works for you. I'll make this a series as I think of more tracking tips to share!   Today, I'm sharing the methodology behind tracking. My goal is to provide you with a way to track that is low-stress and sustainable. Our goals never have to be perfect; we're always aiming just to be within a certain ran...

Welcome back! I have been on a little bit of a hiatus during the first trimester of my pregnancy. Today's episode is the second part of a series on the Top 10 Nutrition Mistakes. So, if you haven't listened to part one, go check that out!    I'm diving deep into the rest of the top 10 list and covering a variety of nutritional mistakes, from not eating enough protein to expecting food to fix somet...

In today's episode, I'm kicking off a multi-part series on the top 10 nutrition mistakes I see when it comes to nutrition. These mistakes are the biggest reasons why people continue to struggle with creating a sustainable nutritional approach that yields positive outcomes.    In part one of the series, I go through the first two mistakes. The first is emphasizing individual ingredients or nutrient...

In today's episode, I talk about the key components of an anti-inflammatory diet and share tips on what to include and avoid in your diet to help combat inflammation.   I cover the difference between acute and chronic inflammation and the causes of both. It's our body's job to identify and attack inflammatory agents, but our diets aren't always the cause of inflammation and cannot always be the cu...

In today's episode, we're talking about why there needs to be more to your nutritional approach than just "listening to your body." What if your body is telling you something that isn't accurate? What if your appetite cues are off? Does that mean you shouldn't eat because you're listening to your body?    Being in tune with your body is important, but it can send you subjective signals influenced...

I'm excited to have Jessie Jarvis on today's episode! Jessie and I met at an event in Denver recently, and we thought it would be so much fun to be guests on each other's podcasts!    Jessie is a third-generation rancher on her family's ranch, she's also the founder and CEO of Of The West, a job platform connecting job seekers and businesses in the agriculture and western industries. Her podcast,...

I'm so excited to have Ally Spears with me today! Ally is a fourth-generation farmer and rancher originally from northern California, but after attending Texas A&M, she made Texas her home. She received her undergraduate degree in ag business and is a program coordinator for the Poultry Science Department at Texas A&M, focusing on youth programming and recruitment.   She is also pursuing her Ph. D...

I'm excited to have Esosa Osagiede with me in today's episode. Esosa is a Registered Dietician focusing on helping women striving to lose fat, build muscle, and repair their relationship with food. In this episode, we cover a wide variety of topics, such as the importance of fiber, body recomposition tips, red flags when you see extreme progress in a short amount of time, and how to remain committ...

In today's episode, I have a multi-faceted topic: metabolism. I recently had a client ask me if weight gain through certain phases of life is inevitable. While there are many factors that go into metabolism and weight, we can help the process along in different ways.  Metabolism is the combination of all the chemical processes that allow an organism to sustain life. It's the conversion of energy f...

This is a special recording, as tomorrow is MK's first birthday! I thought this was the perfect time to talk about how to handle food at holidays and celebrations. In today's episode, I'm sharing strategies and tips for pre-planning and participating in these life moments. I chat with my clients a lot about this, and I always come back to the question of whether we have the right foundations in pl...

This episode is the second part and wrap-up of my postpartum body recomposition journey. I'm sharing more about my personal journey and what it took to maintain consistency. If your goal is body recomposition or fat loss, this episode covers how you must be in a caloric deficit, following the laws of energy balance, and staying consistent to see results. The number one reason I succeeded in my jou...

In today's episode, I'm sharing the three main components of successful body recomposition. I dive deeper into each one: being in a steady caloric deficit, eating 0.75 to 1 gram of protein per pound of body weight daily, and consistent resistance training. I'm reflecting on my own postpartum journey using these three components and what it can look like for you. You'll learn how and why body recom...

In today's episode, I'm walking you through the difference between increasing your protein vs. increasing your protein ratio in your diet. Adding protein or supplements won't get the results you may be looking for if your meal's protein, fat, and carbohydrate ratio is off. I'll share a real-world example of an actual meal one of my clients had and how I adjusted it to increase its protein ratio. U...

In today's episode, I'm talking all things tracking macros. Macro tracking means you're tracking protein, carbohydrates, and fats. Macro tracking can be a great tool not only to increase food and nutrition knowledge but also to help us do the most efficient things we can to get us closer to our goals. Improving body composition, losing fat mass, and gaining and maintaining muscle mass require reac...

I'm so excited about today's episode. I have a very special guest, Kim Rose, a registered dietician and a diabetes educator, with me. In today's episode, Kim shares her wealth of knowledge about blood sugar, insulin resistance, diabetes, and how nutrition is just one piece of the health puzzle. You'll learn what happens during the process of eating, what contributes to pre-diabetes and Type 2 diab...

In this episode, I'm detailing a struggle that has come up for multiple clients of mine this week. I'm talking through just how normal it is to fluctuate with water weight and how exactly that happens. So many things impact what we see on the scale, and I'm diving deep into many of those things. How do we get back to feeling normal when we see that fluctuation? I'll cover that with nutritional res...

I am so excited about today's topic. I have been thinking about it for years, especially in the last 8 months now that my daughter is here with me. In today's episode, I am talking about how I am consciously modeling a healthy relationship with food and nutrition for my daughter and potentially growing family. This is so important because I truly feel like I set the tone for this aspect of life fo...