About two months ago I let you all know that I would be embarking on a new challenge - counting my macros. I wrote about what macros are and why I am counting them in this post. While I certainly haven't been perfect with my counting, I have learned quite a bit, and more importantly, have been asked tons of questions about the process. I decided to compile a list of questions I've been asked the most but before I answer them, here is a little update on my macro journey. I wish I[...]
I always love when the first day of a brand new month falls on a Monday. There is something about seeing that number 1 on the calendar next to a Monday that inspires me to take a moment, think about my goals, check in to where I am and make a plan to get to where I want to be. Adapting to my new, self-employed job is still taking some time. I am feeling pretty disorganized and a little overwhelmed with keeping tabs on all the different things I have going on right now. So my intention for this[...]
You may or may not be surprised to know that I've never counted my calories. Sure, I've kept food diaries and almost always check the nutrition label when possible before I consume a food product, but actually logging calories, never. I mean, numbers have never really been my thing. So why are you all of a sudden seeing a food scale on my Instagram story? And why are you hearing me talk about using MyFitnessPal? From someone who is always preaching about moderation and eating what feels[...]