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10 Tips to Boost Your Brain Health

July 5, 2021

These 10 tips to boost your brain health are easy to follow and are meant to help with the overall goal of longevity. With diseases like Alzheimer’s on a consistent rise, it is never a bad idea to start being proactive. Whether you are 20 years old or 50 years old, these 10 tips are easy to do and can help in the long run.

First let’s talk about Blue Zones!

Have you ever heard of the Blue Zones? There are 5 blue zones in the world and they are selected as the areas of that have the most longevity. From various studies, they concluded that there are nine attributes to what has allowed them to live such prosperous, happy and long lives. What is powerful about the people from these areas is that they live a well-balanced life. They are not fixated on short term “health hacks” and incorporate the philosophy of holistic health. Check out this article for the Power 9: Click here!

So before we get into the 10 tips to boost your brain health, I hope that the concept of the Blue Zones helps you recognize that longevity is more than what you put into your body. It is how we react to situations, our overall happiness with our lifestyle choices and how we maintain a healthy balanced life. While limiting processed foods, toxins and added sugar will help, this article will focus on what we can add to our life, rather than remove.

10 Tips to Boost Your Brain Health:

Nutrition

  1. Walnuts: they are an extremely nutrient-dense nut, being the one with the highest levels of antioxidants and omega-3’s. You’ll read later on about other omega-3 rich foods, as well as antioxidants. Both are proven to reduce inflammation in our bodies. By reducing inflammation in the whole body, we are reducing inflammation in the brain as well. The brain may only take up 2% of our weight but it takes up 20% of our energy. So, the less inflammation the better. Walnuts also contain polyphenols, specifically ellagitannins, which have been proven to slow down the initiation or process of neurodegenerative diseases (1) My favorite way to add walnuts into my life is in a homemade trail mix or banana walnut bread!

2. Blueberries: blueberries are one of the most antioxidant rich fruits and are low in sugar. If you have ever heard of the concept of “eating the rainbow”, blueberries are almost always the choice for the blue/purple color. Antioxidants are particularly important for protecting your body from free radicals and flushing them out. While blueberries also contain polyphenols like walnuts, their main polyphenol compounds are flavonoids. Anthocyanins, a kind of flavonoid, is specifically noted to help with the antioxidation. My favorite way to enjoy blueberries is fresh in the summer and frozen in the winter! Add them to your next smoothie or oatmeal.

blueberry walnut smoothie
Try making a smoothie with frozen blueberries and chopped walnuts! Such a delicious way to pack in the brain boosting nutrients!

3. Turmeric: Now let’s get into spices! While there are a bunch of good-for-you spices, turmeric specifically helps reduce inflammation in the body. Furthermore, it is the compound curcumin instead of turmeric that is the reason for the high anti-inflammatory properties. In order to see a huge reduction inflammation, you would have to have a dose of at least 1 gram. However, this is well over the amount you would add to a meal. Additionally, in order for the body to absorb the curcumin, it needs to be paired with black pepper because the piperine instead of black pepper helps to absorb the curcumin by 2000% (2) My favorite way to add turmeric into my diet on a daily basis is in eggs! The combination of turmeric, black pepper and smoked paprika has been my go to combination for years.

4. Salmon: Not only is salmon a good source of protein, but it is an excellent source of omega-3’s, specifically EPA and DHA. Omega 3’s are extremely beneficial to our brain health because our brain needs healthy fats to run smoothly. Even more, fatty fish and fish oils have been proven to reduce depressive symptoms and reduce gray matter in the brain. This helps to set ourselves up for even better longevity and as well as happiness (3). If you are not a fan of fish, you could take a fish oil supplement as well. My favorite way to enjoy salmon is by seasoning it with Trader Joe’s Chile Lime seasoning and air frying at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 11 minutes! Perfectly crispy on the outside and flaky on the inside.

Check out this Sheet Pan Salmon, Broccoli and Sweet Potatoes recipe!

5. Avocado: Another excellent source of healthy fats! Like I just mentioned, your brain thrives off of healthy fats to keep it running. Specifically, they are high in monounsaturated fats, which is key for promoting good blood flow and pressure. Both of these directly connect to your brain health. The less blood pressure on your brain, the less stress on the brain. Think of it as a well-oiled machine. If you do not have the right oil to get the gears going, it may take longer to complete the mission. Additionally, avocados are high in potassium, folate, and flavonoids! My favorite way to enjoy avocado is on toast or as guacamole but it is also delicious blended into a green smoothie!

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Lifestyle

  1. Stress Management: This is one of those tips that is easier said than done but working on this as much as possible is crucial. While there are certainly stressors that are outside of our control, there are many that are controllable. And if they are not, our reactions are. By reducing our oxidative stress, we allow our brain to do its job without extra work. However, a healthy amount of stress is good for the brain. For example, challenging our brain to figure out problems or a moderate amount of physical activity. Bad stress looks like overworking, not resting, excess caffeine amounts and staying angry at situations for longer than necessary. Stress can also take form in not resolving past issues or traumas that can trigger our brain to go into a “flight or fight” mode. Many times stress management can be difficult to solve on our own. If it is something traumatic that has been neglected, talking to a therapist could help your brain health now more than you know. If you are looking for more ways to navigate your daily stress management, contact me for a consultation as an integrative nutrition health coach!

2. Sleep: Having a good, routine sleep schedule is extremely important for our brains. While you may think that you can thrive off little sleep now, it is only declining your brain health down the line. Again, the goal is longevity, not short term work. When it comes to sleep, I recommend 7-9 hours of quality sleep across the board. Again, this may be difficult depending on your circumstances, such as parenting or night shift working, but the goal is quality over quantity! In order to get quality REM sleep, try avoiding bright screens before bad and reducing caffeine consumption closer to the time you are trying to sleep. Certain essential oils, such as lavender, can be extremely beneficial to relaxing the brain and sending it into sleep-mode.

3. Physical Activity: This one is a tricky balance. If you read the Blue Zones article, you would have read that movement is one of the Power 9’s. This is because physical activity is vital to stimulating the brain as well as the whole body. This can be as little as going on a daily walk or as much as going for a long run. I say this can be tricky balance because we live in a world that looks at exercise as a way to reach “body image goals”. The goal of physical activity should be to make you feel good, allow your body to reap the benefits and for you to be strong inside and out. By depleting our energy tanks and overworking our bodies, we do more harm than good. Strive to challenge yourself but not overdo it. Give your body the much needed rest, love and recovery.

4. Getting outside: Exposure to nature has been linked to various studies showing an improvement in stress management, mental clarity, happiness and reducing psychiatric disorders. Experimental findings show how impressive nature’s healing powers can be—just a few moments of green can perk up a tired brain. (4) Not only does it get our eyes peeled off of the never-ending screen exposure, but it allows our brain to be stimulated in a calming environment. I always say this, but you can never be mad on a walk. Whenever you feel eager, anxious, mad, sad or upset, try going for a walk outside. Begin to notice your stress levels decrease, whether it is because you are distracted or because you are giving yourself time to process. Being outside, especially being exposed to sun, significantly helps to bring ourselves back to homeostasis.

One of my favorite stress reducing ways to get outside is in the form of a hike! Grab a friend or a few and somewhere with a gorgeous view! You’ll get in a little movement, challenge your brain and create a sense of ease all at once!

5. Mental Stimulation: As I have mentioned earlier in this article, challenging our mind is a good stress for good brain health. This could include learning a new language to new career or doing something that wakes the brain up from the mundane daily tasks. Furthermore, if we can stimulate our “happy hormones”, we will be doing our brain an even bigger favor.

Our happy hormones include: dopamine, serotonin, oxytocin and endorphins.

  • Dopamine, the “feel good” hormone, has to do with pleasurable sensations including learning, memory and motor function. One of the best ways to elevate your dopamine levels is by laughing!
  • Serotonin has to do with regulating your mood, sleep, digestion, learning ability and memory. Tryptophan boosts serotonin levels, which is found in food like turkey and salmon. Another great way to get a serotonin boost is from direct sunlight!
  • Oxytocin, the “love” hormone, has to do directly with physical touch, kissing, love, affection, etc. Great ways to boost oxytocin levels is by receiving a hug, sex, petting dogs, etc.
  • Endorphins are the natural pain reliever hormone and they are the reason behind the feeling of a “runner’s high”. Exercise in any form releases all the endorphins, which is why you may feel so happy and powerful after a workout!

I hope that you enjoyed this brief list of 10 tips to boost your brain health. While the list is not exhaustive and extensive in detail, I hope you are able to take a few tidbits away! If you like this article, please leave me a comment below!

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You are allowed to take up space.
You are allowed to be strong, fast, driven, and sweaty.
You are allowed to chase goals that scare you.
You are allowed to feel good, not run down.

And you are allowed to do all of that in pink and colors and glitter and bows and everything feminine AF while doing hard things. 💓

Obsessed with this era of women showing their femininity + strength simultaneously. It’s something I struggled with for so long, as I wanted people to take me seriously and why would they if I was girly? Or that I couldn’t be girly if I had muscles… This change in attitude is so empowering 

This is your reminder: strength looks good on you.
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Dear Women,
You are allowed to take up space.
You are allowed to be strong, fast, driven, and sweaty.
You are allowed to chase goals that scare you.
You are allowed to feel good, not run down.

And you are allowed to do all of that in pink and colors and glitter and bows and everything feminine AF while doing hard things. 💓

Obsessed with this era of women showing their femininity + strength simultaneously. It’s something I struggled with for so long, as I wanted people to take me seriously and why would they if I was girly? Or that I couldn’t be girly if I had muscles… This change in attitude is so empowering 

This is your reminder: strength looks good on you.
Keep going. 💪🏽🫶

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Dear Women, You are allowed to take up space. You are allowed to be strong, fast, driven, and sweaty. You are allowed to chase goals that scare you. You are allowed to feel good, not run down. And you are allowed to do all of that in pink and colors and glitter and bows and everything feminine AF while doing hard things. 💓 Obsessed with this era of women showing their femininity + strength simultaneously. It’s something I struggled with for so long, as I wanted people to take me seriously and why would they if I was girly? Or that I couldn’t be girly if I had muscles… This change in attitude is so empowering This is your reminder: strength looks good on you. Keep going. 💪🏽🫶 #StrongWomen #DearWomen #RunnerStrong #BroadStreetRun #CapableAndConfident #femalecoach #onlinecoach #womensfitnesscoach #phillyfit #healthywomen #feminineathlete
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BROAD ST 2025 🏃‍♀️went in with zero expectations or goals and left with a massive PR 🤩

Safe to say this is still my favorite race. 
The crowd. The runners.
Philly is electric every time ⚡️

And just seeing 40k people out there doing the damn thing!!! Running 10 miles, whether it was your 1st or your 50th, should ALWAYS be celebrated, it’s no easy feat. Be proud! 

SAME TIME SAME PLACE NEXT YEAR? Duh 🤗

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BROAD ST 2025 🏃‍♀️went in with zero expectations or goals and left with a massive PR 🤩

Safe to say this is still my favorite race. 
The crowd. The runners.
Philly is electric every time ⚡️

And just seeing 40k people out there doing the damn thing!!! Running 10 miles, whether it was your 1st or your 50th, should ALWAYS be celebrated, it’s no easy feat. Be proud! 

SAME TIME SAME PLACE NEXT YEAR? Duh 🤗

#medalmonday #broadstreetrun #phillyrunning #phillyfitness #raceday #womenwhorun #strongwomen #onlinefitnesscoach
BROAD ST 2025 🏃‍♀️went in with zero expectations or goals and left with a massive PR 🤩

Safe to say this is still my favorite race. 
The crowd. The runners.
Philly is electric every time ⚡️

And just seeing 40k people out there doing the damn thing!!! Running 10 miles, whether it was your 1st or your 50th, should ALWAYS be celebrated, it’s no easy feat. Be proud! 

SAME TIME SAME PLACE NEXT YEAR? Duh 🤗

#medalmonday #broadstreetrun #phillyrunning #phillyfitness #raceday #womenwhorun #strongwomen #onlinefitnesscoach
BROAD ST 2025 🏃‍♀️went in with zero expectations or goals and left with a massive PR 🤩

Safe to say this is still my favorite race. 
The crowd. The runners.
Philly is electric every time ⚡️

And just seeing 40k people out there doing the damn thing!!! Running 10 miles, whether it was your 1st or your 50th, should ALWAYS be celebrated, it’s no easy feat. Be proud! 

SAME TIME SAME PLACE NEXT YEAR? Duh 🤗

#medalmonday #broadstreetrun #phillyrunning #phillyfitness #raceday #womenwhorun #strongwomen #onlinefitnesscoach
BROAD ST 2025 🏃‍♀️went in with zero expectations or goals and left with a massive PR 🤩

Safe to say this is still my favorite race. 
The crowd. The runners.
Philly is electric every time ⚡️

And just seeing 40k people out there doing the damn thing!!! Running 10 miles, whether it was your 1st or your 50th, should ALWAYS be celebrated, it’s no easy feat. Be proud! 

SAME TIME SAME PLACE NEXT YEAR? Duh 🤗

#medalmonday #broadstreetrun #phillyrunning #phillyfitness #raceday #womenwhorun #strongwomen #onlinefitnesscoach
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BROAD ST 2025 🏃‍♀️went in with zero expectations or goals and left with a massive PR 🤩 Safe to say this is still my favorite race. The crowd. The runners. Philly is electric every time ⚡️ And just seeing 40k people out there doing the damn thing!!! Running 10 miles, whether it was your 1st or your 50th, should ALWAYS be celebrated, it’s no easy feat. Be proud! SAME TIME SAME PLACE NEXT YEAR? Duh 🤗 #medalmonday #broadstreetrun #phillyrunning #phillyfitness #raceday #womenwhorun #strongwomen #onlinefitnesscoach
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BROAD ST WEEK 🤗⚡️ here are 5 things I’m doing to keep my body fresh but ready to go this week! 👇

1. TAPER: first race and trying to figure out what that is? simply, we are lessening intensity to avoid muscle fatigue! This means yes less workouts but more so, not hitting it hard on runs or workouts. Saturday is also a great day to do a little shakeout to keep blood flow in the body and to shake nerves!
2. NUTRITION: stick with foods that are your friend this week and that you know make you feel good, especially carbs! nerves sometimes can creep up and hit your stomach, so maybe you opt for things that are less fibrous. remember: fueled bodies are STRONG bodies! 
3. HYDRATION: and no, not just the day before 🙂 start now so you aren’t overloading it Saturday and up all night peeing 😅
4. TEST: make sure you have tested out the clothes you are wearing, shoes you’ll be running in and pre-race fuel! I’m running in new shoes so I ran in them this weekend to make sure they felt good! and lay it all out the night before - it will make you excited but also relieve some early morning wake up nerves
5. PLAN: when you go to pick up your bib, make sure you have all you need or ask questions if you are unsure on anything. have a plan for getting to the race (we all know that can be a tough one for this race specifically!) 

BONUS: the best thing someone ever told me is that sometimes nerves are actually excitement and we can’t tell the difference. be excited to go out there, experience it all and have some fun ☺️

SEE YOU THERE PHILLY 🏃‍♀️🌆

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BROAD ST WEEK 🤗⚡️ here are 5 things I’m doing to keep my body fresh but ready to go this week! 👇 1. TAPER: first race and trying to figure out what that is? simply, we are lessening intensity to avoid muscle fatigue! This means yes less workouts but more so, not hitting it hard on runs or workouts. Saturday is also a great day to do a little shakeout to keep blood flow in the body and to shake nerves! 2. NUTRITION: stick with foods that are your friend this week and that you know make you feel good, especially carbs! nerves sometimes can creep up and hit your stomach, so maybe you opt for things that are less fibrous. remember: fueled bodies are STRONG bodies! 3. HYDRATION: and no, not just the day before 🙂 start now so you aren’t overloading it Saturday and up all night peeing 😅 4. TEST: make sure you have tested out the clothes you are wearing, shoes you’ll be running in and pre-race fuel! I’m running in new shoes so I ran in them this weekend to make sure they felt good! and lay it all out the night before - it will make you excited but also relieve some early morning wake up nerves 5. PLAN: when you go to pick up your bib, make sure you have all you need or ask questions if you are unsure on anything. have a plan for getting to the race (we all know that can be a tough one for this race specifically!) BONUS: the best thing someone ever told me is that sometimes nerves are actually excitement and we can’t tell the difference. be excited to go out there, experience it all and have some fun ☺️ SEE YOU THERE PHILLY 🏃‍♀️🌆 #phillyrunner #broadstreetrun #broadst10miler #phillyrunning #phillyfitness #fitnesscoach #personaltrainer #runningtips #racedaytips
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If you know me, you that one of my biggest passions is helping women understand they are strong enough and capable enough to do anything and everything. This marathon was designed by women, for women. Since 2022, #TeamMilk has been on a mission to champion women marathon runners - fueling athletes with the power of milk while providing female-focused running support across the country! 

I cannot wait to share my journey with you as I train for my 2nd marathon (weeee 🤩!!) and how I’ll be fueling my body to support my running & recovery! 

Big goals 🤝 Strong & fueled bodies

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So excited to announce that I will be running the @everywomansmarathon in partnership with @lehighvalleydairy on Nov 16 🥳⚡️ #ad If you know me, you that one of my biggest passions is helping women understand they are strong enough and capable enough to do anything and everything. This marathon was designed by women, for women. Since 2022, #TeamMilk has been on a mission to champion women marathon runners - fueling athletes with the power of milk while providing female-focused running support across the country! I cannot wait to share my journey with you as I train for my 2nd marathon (weeee 🤩!!) and how I’ll be fueling my body to support my running & recovery! Big goals 🤝 Strong & fueled bodies #LehighValleydairy #teammilk #everywomansmarathon #womenrunners #womenempowerment #strongwomen #phillyrunner #phillyfitness
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Easter weekend dump: not full of april showers for once in this month & not in fitness attire! 🙂
Easter weekend dump: not full of april showers for once in this month & not in fitness attire! 🙂
Easter weekend dump: not full of april showers for once in this month & not in fitness attire! 🙂
Easter weekend dump: not full of april showers for once in this month & not in fitness attire! 🙂
Easter weekend dump: not full of april showers for once in this month & not in fitness attire! 🙂
Easter weekend dump: not full of april showers for once in this month & not in fitness attire! 🙂
Easter weekend dump: not full of april showers for once in this month & not in fitness attire! 🙂
Easter weekend dump: not full of april showers for once in this month & not in fitness attire! 🙂
Easter weekend dump: not full of april showers for once in this month & not in fitness attire! 🙂
Easter weekend dump: not full of april showers for once in this month & not in fitness attire! 🙂
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Sometimes I feel like these kind of recipes aren’t “post-able” until I realize half of us just truly need meals that make us feel good and can add to a weekly rotation ✌️

1. If you have an air fryer like mine and don’t have these liners, you need them. ASAP because the clean up is so easy 
2. Mix and match your favorite veggies, nothing is set in stone. Make it your own! My personal favorite :)
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dEATS 👉 Air Fried Salmon Dinner

Base: rice in a rice cooker :)

Salmon: marinated in soy sauce, miso paste, ginger and umami seasoning (I honestly did this for 5 minutes but you can do longer if you have time. Still turns out delish). Add to the air fryer and air fry at 400 for 11-12 minutes (depending on size of fillets, these are about 4-5oz)

Veggies: 3/4 bag of Trader Joe’s cruciferous crunch mix, 2 mini cucumbers, 1-2 tbsp miso paste, soy sauce, small drizzle of rice vinegar & hefty spoonful of crunchy chili oil

Topped with sesame seeds and sriracha! 

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Sometimes I feel like these kind of recipes aren’t “post-able” until I realize half of us just truly need meals that make us feel good and can add to a weekly rotation ✌️ 1. If you have an air fryer like mine and don’t have these liners, you need them. ASAP because the clean up is so easy 2. Mix and match your favorite veggies, nothing is set in stone. Make it your own! My personal favorite :) . . . dEATS 👉 Air Fried Salmon Dinner Base: rice in a rice cooker :) Salmon: marinated in soy sauce, miso paste, ginger and umami seasoning (I honestly did this for 5 minutes but you can do longer if you have time. Still turns out delish). Add to the air fryer and air fry at 400 for 11-12 minutes (depending on size of fillets, these are about 4-5oz) Veggies: 3/4 bag of Trader Joe’s cruciferous crunch mix, 2 mini cucumbers, 1-2 tbsp miso paste, soy sauce, small drizzle of rice vinegar & hefty spoonful of crunchy chili oil Topped with sesame seeds and sriracha! #healthyrecipes #nutritioncoach #highproteinmeals #eatforstrength #dinnerideas #womenshealth #airfriedsalmon #airfryerrecipe
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It’s the answer we all hate to hear right 🤔 because at the end of the day we all have 3 big differences 👇

1. Our body composition: between our DNA, biomarkers, height, weight, body composition, age, imbalances, strengths and weaknesses in muscles, etc
2. Goals: there are SO many different goals to have and even if you have similar goals to someone else, you may have a different starting point and…
3. Lifestyles: between jobs, family, friends, life situations or even how you best operate (are you an early bird or hit the gym late?)

So when your favorite influencer shares the biggest thing that made a difference in their health and it didn’t work for you… you are not a lost cause or a failure. You quite literally are not them 🤗

Those are just 3 but they are big ones that are important to acknowledge so that you can create healthy habits that will work for YOU

Have no idea where to get started? DM me and let’s chat about how you can set yourself up for success to make you feel like the most confident and strong self ⚡️

#nutritioncoach #personaltrainer #phillyfitness #onlinecoach #naturallybeingnat #healthyhabits #womenempowerment #womeninfitness #strongwomen
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It’s the answer we all hate to hear right 🤔 because at the end of the day we all have 3 big differences 👇 1. Our body composition: between our DNA, biomarkers, height, weight, body composition, age, imbalances, strengths and weaknesses in muscles, etc 2. Goals: there are SO many different goals to have and even if you have similar goals to someone else, you may have a different starting point and… 3. Lifestyles: between jobs, family, friends, life situations or even how you best operate (are you an early bird or hit the gym late?) So when your favorite influencer shares the biggest thing that made a difference in their health and it didn’t work for you… you are not a lost cause or a failure. You quite literally are not them 🤗 Those are just 3 but they are big ones that are important to acknowledge so that you can create healthy habits that will work for YOU Have no idea where to get started? DM me and let’s chat about how you can set yourself up for success to make you feel like the most confident and strong self ⚡️ #nutritioncoach #personaltrainer #phillyfitness #onlinecoach #naturallybeingnat #healthyhabits #womenempowerment #womeninfitness #strongwomen
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gloomy but fun 12 miles! ☁️ I swear running with someone to chat the whole time with makes it flyyyyyyy by 🏃‍♀️

It’s so fun to see growth - this run felt so good and easy which honestly shocked me! 2 years ago I decided I wanted to start running longer distances - at that point I hadn’t really been running much anymore. I occasionally did classes with treads & maybe 1 or 2 runs outside a month. I signed up for the Love Run and remember being so scared to do my 8 mile long run and here we are today!! 🤩 2 years but I have learned SO much since then

⭐️Pre-run: sourdough, PB, blueberries & honey with @bpnsupps GM1 sport (carbs + electrolytes) 
⭐️During: 2 gels in @lskd.usa running belt (my fav)
⭐️Post: protein packed smoothie to help recover the muscles 

Fuel good. Feel good 🌞

#naturallybeingnat #broadstreetrun #runner #phillyrunning #womenwhorun #womenempowerment #womeninfitness #sundayrunday
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gloomy but fun 12 miles! ☁️ I swear running with someone to chat the whole time with makes it flyyyyyyy by 🏃‍♀️ It’s so fun to see growth - this run felt so good and easy which honestly shocked me! 2 years ago I decided I wanted to start running longer distances - at that point I hadn’t really been running much anymore. I occasionally did classes with treads & maybe 1 or 2 runs outside a month. I signed up for the Love Run and remember being so scared to do my 8 mile long run and here we are today!! 🤩 2 years but I have learned SO much since then ⭐️Pre-run: sourdough, PB, blueberries & honey with @bpnsupps GM1 sport (carbs + electrolytes) ⭐️During: 2 gels in @lskd.usa running belt (my fav) ⭐️Post: protein packed smoothie to help recover the muscles Fuel good. Feel good 🌞 #naturallybeingnat #broadstreetrun #runner #phillyrunning #womenwhorun #womenempowerment #womeninfitness #sundayrunday
1 month ago
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8/11
Starting your day right can be one of the most empowering things you can do for your body! Here are 7 healthy breakfast ideas that are formulated to help keep you satiated and satisfied to fuel your morning energy ⚡️

Because repeat after me… FUELED BODIES ARE FEEL GOOD BODIES 🌞 instead of starting your morning on empty to end up even lower & hangry… let’s start it off strong! 

And at the end of the day, don’t overcomplicate it 👏🏼 sometimes prep is annoying but we owe it to our healthy selves to take care of ourselves - a little bit of extra effort goes a crazy long way in how we feel 

📌 save this post for whenever you feel like you are in the need of a new breakfast idea! 

#healthybreakfastideas #morningfuel #breakfastideas #empoweredwomen #eatwellbewell #balancedplate #mealprepideas
Starting your day right can be one of the most empowering things you can do for your body! Here are 7 healthy breakfast ideas that are formulated to help keep you satiated and satisfied to fuel your morning energy ⚡️

Because repeat after me… FUELED BODIES ARE FEEL GOOD BODIES 🌞 instead of starting your morning on empty to end up even lower & hangry… let’s start it off strong! 

And at the end of the day, don’t overcomplicate it 👏🏼 sometimes prep is annoying but we owe it to our healthy selves to take care of ourselves - a little bit of extra effort goes a crazy long way in how we feel 

📌 save this post for whenever you feel like you are in the need of a new breakfast idea! 

#healthybreakfastideas #morningfuel #breakfastideas #empoweredwomen #eatwellbewell #balancedplate #mealprepideas
Starting your day right can be one of the most empowering things you can do for your body! Here are 7 healthy breakfast ideas that are formulated to help keep you satiated and satisfied to fuel your morning energy ⚡️

Because repeat after me… FUELED BODIES ARE FEEL GOOD BODIES 🌞 instead of starting your morning on empty to end up even lower & hangry… let’s start it off strong! 

And at the end of the day, don’t overcomplicate it 👏🏼 sometimes prep is annoying but we owe it to our healthy selves to take care of ourselves - a little bit of extra effort goes a crazy long way in how we feel 

📌 save this post for whenever you feel like you are in the need of a new breakfast idea! 

#healthybreakfastideas #morningfuel #breakfastideas #empoweredwomen #eatwellbewell #balancedplate #mealprepideas
Starting your day right can be one of the most empowering things you can do for your body! Here are 7 healthy breakfast ideas that are formulated to help keep you satiated and satisfied to fuel your morning energy ⚡️

Because repeat after me… FUELED BODIES ARE FEEL GOOD BODIES 🌞 instead of starting your morning on empty to end up even lower & hangry… let’s start it off strong! 

And at the end of the day, don’t overcomplicate it 👏🏼 sometimes prep is annoying but we owe it to our healthy selves to take care of ourselves - a little bit of extra effort goes a crazy long way in how we feel 

📌 save this post for whenever you feel like you are in the need of a new breakfast idea! 

#healthybreakfastideas #morningfuel #breakfastideas #empoweredwomen #eatwellbewell #balancedplate #mealprepideas
Starting your day right can be one of the most empowering things you can do for your body! Here are 7 healthy breakfast ideas that are formulated to help keep you satiated and satisfied to fuel your morning energy ⚡️

Because repeat after me… FUELED BODIES ARE FEEL GOOD BODIES 🌞 instead of starting your morning on empty to end up even lower & hangry… let’s start it off strong! 

And at the end of the day, don’t overcomplicate it 👏🏼 sometimes prep is annoying but we owe it to our healthy selves to take care of ourselves - a little bit of extra effort goes a crazy long way in how we feel 

📌 save this post for whenever you feel like you are in the need of a new breakfast idea! 

#healthybreakfastideas #morningfuel #breakfastideas #empoweredwomen #eatwellbewell #balancedplate #mealprepideas
Starting your day right can be one of the most empowering things you can do for your body! Here are 7 healthy breakfast ideas that are formulated to help keep you satiated and satisfied to fuel your morning energy ⚡️

Because repeat after me… FUELED BODIES ARE FEEL GOOD BODIES 🌞 instead of starting your morning on empty to end up even lower & hangry… let’s start it off strong! 

And at the end of the day, don’t overcomplicate it 👏🏼 sometimes prep is annoying but we owe it to our healthy selves to take care of ourselves - a little bit of extra effort goes a crazy long way in how we feel 

📌 save this post for whenever you feel like you are in the need of a new breakfast idea! 

#healthybreakfastideas #morningfuel #breakfastideas #empoweredwomen #eatwellbewell #balancedplate #mealprepideas
Starting your day right can be one of the most empowering things you can do for your body! Here are 7 healthy breakfast ideas that are formulated to help keep you satiated and satisfied to fuel your morning energy ⚡️

Because repeat after me… FUELED BODIES ARE FEEL GOOD BODIES 🌞 instead of starting your morning on empty to end up even lower & hangry… let’s start it off strong! 

And at the end of the day, don’t overcomplicate it 👏🏼 sometimes prep is annoying but we owe it to our healthy selves to take care of ourselves - a little bit of extra effort goes a crazy long way in how we feel 

📌 save this post for whenever you feel like you are in the need of a new breakfast idea! 

#healthybreakfastideas #morningfuel #breakfastideas #empoweredwomen #eatwellbewell #balancedplate #mealprepideas
Starting your day right can be one of the most empowering things you can do for your body! Here are 7 healthy breakfast ideas that are formulated to help keep you satiated and satisfied to fuel your morning energy ⚡️

Because repeat after me… FUELED BODIES ARE FEEL GOOD BODIES 🌞 instead of starting your morning on empty to end up even lower & hangry… let’s start it off strong! 

And at the end of the day, don’t overcomplicate it 👏🏼 sometimes prep is annoying but we owe it to our healthy selves to take care of ourselves - a little bit of extra effort goes a crazy long way in how we feel 

📌 save this post for whenever you feel like you are in the need of a new breakfast idea! 

#healthybreakfastideas #morningfuel #breakfastideas #empoweredwomen #eatwellbewell #balancedplate #mealprepideas
Starting your day right can be one of the most empowering things you can do for your body! Here are 7 healthy breakfast ideas that are formulated to help keep you satiated and satisfied to fuel your morning energy ⚡️

Because repeat after me… FUELED BODIES ARE FEEL GOOD BODIES 🌞 instead of starting your morning on empty to end up even lower & hangry… let’s start it off strong! 

And at the end of the day, don’t overcomplicate it 👏🏼 sometimes prep is annoying but we owe it to our healthy selves to take care of ourselves - a little bit of extra effort goes a crazy long way in how we feel 

📌 save this post for whenever you feel like you are in the need of a new breakfast idea! 

#healthybreakfastideas #morningfuel #breakfastideas #empoweredwomen #eatwellbewell #balancedplate #mealprepideas
Starting your day right can be one of the most empowering things you can do for your body! Here are 7 healthy breakfast ideas that are formulated to help keep you satiated and satisfied to fuel your morning energy ⚡️

Because repeat after me… FUELED BODIES ARE FEEL GOOD BODIES 🌞 instead of starting your morning on empty to end up even lower & hangry… let’s start it off strong! 

And at the end of the day, don’t overcomplicate it 👏🏼 sometimes prep is annoying but we owe it to our healthy selves to take care of ourselves - a little bit of extra effort goes a crazy long way in how we feel 

📌 save this post for whenever you feel like you are in the need of a new breakfast idea! 

#healthybreakfastideas #morningfuel #breakfastideas #empoweredwomen #eatwellbewell #balancedplate #mealprepideas
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Starting your day right can be one of the most empowering things you can do for your body! Here are 7 healthy breakfast ideas that are formulated to help keep you satiated and satisfied to fuel your morning energy ⚡️ Because repeat after me… FUELED BODIES ARE FEEL GOOD BODIES 🌞 instead of starting your morning on empty to end up even lower & hangry… let’s start it off strong! And at the end of the day, don’t overcomplicate it 👏🏼 sometimes prep is annoying but we owe it to our healthy selves to take care of ourselves - a little bit of extra effort goes a crazy long way in how we feel 📌 save this post for whenever you feel like you are in the need of a new breakfast idea! #healthybreakfastideas #morningfuel #breakfastideas #empoweredwomen #eatwellbewell #balancedplate #mealprepideas
1 month ago
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9/11
HYROX DC 🥈 2nd in age group for the North American Open Championships mixed doubles ✅

Still coming off a high from an unreal weekend. After Chicago, we knew we had more and we hit that PR too 🔥

 @hyroxamerica is an unreal mix of challenge and fun, with an electric atmosphere. Huge shoutout to the @get.arena.fit community for being the most supportive group around! 

When’s the next one 😈

#hyroxmixeddoubles #hyroxdc #hyrox #hybridathletes #phillyfitness #personaltrainer #runcoaching
HYROX DC 🥈 2nd in age group for the North American Open Championships mixed doubles ✅

Still coming off a high from an unreal weekend. After Chicago, we knew we had more and we hit that PR too 🔥

 @hyroxamerica is an unreal mix of challenge and fun, with an electric atmosphere. Huge shoutout to the @get.arena.fit community for being the most supportive group around! 

When’s the next one 😈

#hyroxmixeddoubles #hyroxdc #hyrox #hybridathletes #phillyfitness #personaltrainer #runcoaching
HYROX DC 🥈 2nd in age group for the North American Open Championships mixed doubles ✅

Still coming off a high from an unreal weekend. After Chicago, we knew we had more and we hit that PR too 🔥

 @hyroxamerica is an unreal mix of challenge and fun, with an electric atmosphere. Huge shoutout to the @get.arena.fit community for being the most supportive group around! 

When’s the next one 😈

#hyroxmixeddoubles #hyroxdc #hyrox #hybridathletes #phillyfitness #personaltrainer #runcoaching
HYROX DC 🥈 2nd in age group for the North American Open Championships mixed doubles ✅

Still coming off a high from an unreal weekend. After Chicago, we knew we had more and we hit that PR too 🔥

 @hyroxamerica is an unreal mix of challenge and fun, with an electric atmosphere. Huge shoutout to the @get.arena.fit community for being the most supportive group around! 

When’s the next one 😈

#hyroxmixeddoubles #hyroxdc #hyrox #hybridathletes #phillyfitness #personaltrainer #runcoaching
HYROX DC 🥈 2nd in age group for the North American Open Championships mixed doubles ✅

Still coming off a high from an unreal weekend. After Chicago, we knew we had more and we hit that PR too 🔥

 @hyroxamerica is an unreal mix of challenge and fun, with an electric atmosphere. Huge shoutout to the @get.arena.fit community for being the most supportive group around! 

When’s the next one 😈

#hyroxmixeddoubles #hyroxdc #hyrox #hybridathletes #phillyfitness #personaltrainer #runcoaching
HYROX DC 🥈 2nd in age group for the North American Open Championships mixed doubles ✅

Still coming off a high from an unreal weekend. After Chicago, we knew we had more and we hit that PR too 🔥

 @hyroxamerica is an unreal mix of challenge and fun, with an electric atmosphere. Huge shoutout to the @get.arena.fit community for being the most supportive group around! 

When’s the next one 😈

#hyroxmixeddoubles #hyroxdc #hyrox #hybridathletes #phillyfitness #personaltrainer #runcoaching
HYROX DC 🥈 2nd in age group for the North American Open Championships mixed doubles ✅

Still coming off a high from an unreal weekend. After Chicago, we knew we had more and we hit that PR too 🔥

 @hyroxamerica is an unreal mix of challenge and fun, with an electric atmosphere. Huge shoutout to the @get.arena.fit community for being the most supportive group around! 

When’s the next one 😈

#hyroxmixeddoubles #hyroxdc #hyrox #hybridathletes #phillyfitness #personaltrainer #runcoaching
HYROX DC 🥈 2nd in age group for the North American Open Championships mixed doubles ✅

Still coming off a high from an unreal weekend. After Chicago, we knew we had more and we hit that PR too 🔥

 @hyroxamerica is an unreal mix of challenge and fun, with an electric atmosphere. Huge shoutout to the @get.arena.fit community for being the most supportive group around! 

When’s the next one 😈

#hyroxmixeddoubles #hyroxdc #hyrox #hybridathletes #phillyfitness #personaltrainer #runcoaching
HYROX DC 🥈 2nd in age group for the North American Open Championships mixed doubles ✅

Still coming off a high from an unreal weekend. After Chicago, we knew we had more and we hit that PR too 🔥

 @hyroxamerica is an unreal mix of challenge and fun, with an electric atmosphere. Huge shoutout to the @get.arena.fit community for being the most supportive group around! 

When’s the next one 😈

#hyroxmixeddoubles #hyroxdc #hyrox #hybridathletes #phillyfitness #personaltrainer #runcoaching
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HYROX DC 🥈 2nd in age group for the North American Open Championships mixed doubles ✅ Still coming off a high from an unreal weekend. After Chicago, we knew we had more and we hit that PR too 🔥 @hyroxamerica is an unreal mix of challenge and fun, with an electric atmosphere. Huge shoutout to the @get.arena.fit community for being the most supportive group around! When’s the next one 😈 #hyroxmixeddoubles #hyroxdc #hyrox #hybridathletes #phillyfitness #personaltrainer #runcoaching
1 month ago
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10/11
*what if* you made one small change this week and consistency hit it week to week instead of overhauling your entire lifestyle? Even the *smallest* thing counts

I get it 👉 sometimes seeing others where you want to be can so defeating and it’s overwhelming to think of ALL the things you want to change

I feel that in SO many ways too! but we stay on our own path to feel our best week to week

the answer nobody wants to actually hear is that when you see others doing something you want to do or being where you want to be, it took them time & dedication doing the same things over & over & over & over again. 

the hard truth is that 
✅ the basics work
❎ we don’t need to change up what you are doing week to week or even every month
✅ repetition is key 
❎ quick fixes only lead to more frustration
✅ starting scared is better than waiting for motivation 
❎ you don’t have to figure it out yourself or all in one day 

want to start but have no idea and the thought of adding one more thing to your plate overwhelms you? send me a DM to chat! I work with busy individuals who are ultra successful in life but reach out to a coach to help them get where they want health wise 💪

#personaltraining #onlinecoach #nutritioncoach #phillyfitness #fitnesscoach #consistency #trainingprogram #liftingprogram #womenwholift
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*what if* you made one small change this week and consistency hit it week to week instead of overhauling your entire lifestyle? Even the *smallest* thing counts I get it 👉 sometimes seeing others where you want to be can so defeating and it’s overwhelming to think of ALL the things you want to change I feel that in SO many ways too! but we stay on our own path to feel our best week to week the answer nobody wants to actually hear is that when you see others doing something you want to do or being where you want to be, it took them time & dedication doing the same things over & over & over & over again. the hard truth is that ✅ the basics work ❎ we don’t need to change up what you are doing week to week or even every month ✅ repetition is key ❎ quick fixes only lead to more frustration ✅ starting scared is better than waiting for motivation ❎ you don’t have to figure it out yourself or all in one day want to start but have no idea and the thought of adding one more thing to your plate overwhelms you? send me a DM to chat! I work with busy individuals who are ultra successful in life but reach out to a coach to help them get where they want health wise 💪 #personaltraining #onlinecoach #nutritioncoach #phillyfitness #fitnesscoach #consistency #trainingprogram #liftingprogram #womenwholift
2 months ago
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11/11
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