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Daily Nutrition Mindset And Hacks

Thu, 28 May 2026 18:37:36 GMT

How I Prioritize And Organize Nutrition On A Weekly Basis

The topic of nutrition can seem a bit overwhelming. There are so many do’s and dont’s floating around on the internet, that it can start to provoke a lot of emotion. It can make you feel avoidant to starting or making adjustments in the first place. It can feel impossible to know what's right for your body and your lifestyle. Although it would take quite a long time to cover all of the bases in nutrition. I’d like to offer some of my personal weekly habits that keep me feeling my best.

Meal prepping my proteins and vegetables take priority! Every couple of days or at the beginning of the week I take the time to prepare a couple of simple protein options ( such as chicken or turkey) and vegetable options (green beans, zucchini, carrots, broccoli etc.) This makes it so that my easy grabs from the fridge are the main base of my meal. This also allows me to add whatever I’d like to the meal (maybe fruit, nut mixes etc.) It makes lunches and dinners so much more convenient and helps to squash my decision fatigue which can usually lead me astray. Knowing that the base of my meal is covered also keeps me on track with what I’d like to be fueling my body with, so that I’m not reaching for just anything!

Grocery shopping. This can feel like a war zone these days. You may have heard “shop the perimeter” before. This tip is much underrated! Shopping the perimeter of a grocery store refers to the typical layout of fresh foods being along the walls of the store. For example: meats, produce, dairy products etc.

When I’m sticking to the perimeter I’m buying fresh foods that are the base of my daily meals. It makes it much easier to nutritionally meet my needs without the noise of unnecessary products. This tip also helps me save money. Pre packaged health foods can be extremely expensive. When I’m prioritizing putting my dollars towards whole foods, it makes me less likely to fill my cart with expensive snacks and be more selective with what I really want/need.

Meals do not have to make sense. What do I mean? Some days my lunch plate is extremely random. I’m pulling whatever foods that will help me meet my nutritional needs. They may not make any sense together but it doesn't matter! It feels like there's unnecessary pressure for our healthy meals to seem gourmet and well put together. This idea can be thrown out the window! The meal doesn't need to make sense, it just has to fuel you. Some days my lunch is a bowl of meat with a side plate full of miscellaneous fruits, veggies, nuts etc. to pack in my micronutrients!

Eating out! When eating at restaurants I try to pay attention to my macros without overthinking it. Maybe getting a dish with a piece of salmon that comes with a vegetable and carb on the side. If you're a meat lover, great opportunity to get a nice steak with vegetables and potatoes! Personally, I find that Mexican restaurants make it very easy for me to order gluten free and to get whatever ingredients that I want in my meal. I often get a corn tortilla with chicken and guac as a base and then other toppings from there.

Don’t take it too seriously!! There’s a difference between being mindful, and overly stressing about what goes in your mouth. Sometimes the stress of getting it right is more harmful than the misaligned nutrition. Small changes, small goals, and general wellness principles will get you much further than obsessing over calories and obsessing over each and every ingredient. Holistic eating is also a mindset. The intention of nourishing your body and feeding yourself in a way that fuels you is a beautiful way to steer your nutrition goals. Rather than the push/ pull and negative self-talk that can have you yoyoing for years.

Although this is a very general outline of ways that I view my nutrition and eating habits. I hope that something helpful can be taken from the little things/ guidelines that help me feel my best day to day. Food is meant to serve you.

The Reality Of Virtual Training

Fri, 22 May 2026 22:26:53 GMT

Virtual Training Pros and Cons

Just like anything else, the world of virtual training has its trade offs. As someone who teaches both in person and virtual Pilates I’m here to give you the honest rundown of the pros and cons of each. Giving you all of the nitty gritty details can help you form an opinion of what's best for you and what's most beneficial for your stage of life and stage of your fitness journey.

The convenience of virtual training is unmatched. With the absence of commuting and access to instruction at whatever time works for you, virtual training can fit into any schedule. Maximum convenience also allows for you to be more consistent with your movement habits. Even bite sized fitness being implemented into your day has compounding effects when done consistently. The convenience makes this option very appealing to demographics with a busy or unusually timed work schedule, parents, those who live in rural areas who may not have close access to a studio, as well as people who travel frequently that need the gym to go with them!

Virtual training is typically easier on the budget! Apps or websites that offer on-demand libraries/ programs are typically much more affordable than in person or one on one training since multiple clients have access to the same class at the same time. Even a virtual personal training can be cheaper than in person options due to its convenience. Sometimes good training can feel far out of reach based on its price tag. Virtual training can offer more affordable choices while still giving you high end training with real results.

Training virtually can also help you find your perfect match in an instructor! By taking geographical challenges out of the mix, you have the ability to find the instructor that most resonates with you. You no longer have the constraint of whomever/ whatever is in your area. Your choices grow exponentially! You can also choose to be a part of a community that you may have never had the pleasure of crossing paths with.

The flip side of virtual fitness is that your personal motivation becomes more important. If you are primarily exercising with on-demand options, your personal accountability becomes much more important! Setting up your own schedule, finishing routines etc. will become very important to your results. There are ways to set up accountability tools and motivators, but this aspect definitely puts more will power from the user.

Virtual on-demand training also asks the user to be more bodily aware. Without the aspect of hands on correction, you must be alert to any verbal cues that the instructor is giving. As well as knowing your limits and listening to your body/ strength level.

Online classes also ask that you have some of your own personal equipment. This can be minimal such as a yoga mat. However, it does typically require at least a small amount of space for execution.

Overall, weighing your options and figuring out what the most consistent/ attainable option is for you is important. This may change in different stages of your life. The effort and taking care of your body no matter what that looks like is the most important part! Thankfully there are so many ways to do that these days.

Why is Pilates good for pregnancy and postpartum?

Tue, 12 May 2026 19:43:52 GMT

Why is Pilates good for pregnancy and postpartum?

You may have heard people sing the praises of the effects of Pilates in pregnancy and postpartum. As some of these things can become buzz words without a true explanation, I’m here to explain why!

The benefits of Pilates are far and wide, but the core stability and breath control that are particularly beneficial for the stages of pregnancy and postpartum. Pilates has an emphasis on the pelvic floor as well as deep abdominal muscles. This can provide support to the uterus as it grows, as well as potentially aiding in labor.

Along with increased core stability being beneficial for support of the uterus, it also has a positive impact on balance and coordination. During pregnancy the center of gravity begins to shift. Making balance even more important than before.

Pilates is low impact. With low impact on the joints, Pilates is a great way to build strength and stay active through an entire pregnancy (within limits). Slow controlled movements and endless modifications for a changing body make this possible.

Other than physical impacts, breath control, relaxation and mental focus are other added benefits. These additional benefits have also been known to aid in labor.

In postpartum, Pilates can be a great way to slowly rebuild pelvic floor and core strength. It offers gentle work that can progress into higher difficulty, making it safe for healing bodies.

Overall, Pilates is a great addition to a pregnancy and postpartum journey! It offers strength and stability in a time of physical change. As well as being a great avenue of self care.

Pilates with little to no equipment

Tue, 12 May 2026 19:32:16 GMT

Pilates with little to no equipment

If you’re feeling like you need to have tons of equipment or expensive machines just to experience the Pilates method… you’re in luck. The original Mat Pilates method was actually designed primarily to use your own body weight for resistance.

Reformers (the machines) were designed for rehabilitation. When on the reformer, resistance can be controlled by the springs to allow your practice to progress while still keeping pressure within the bounds of a healing body. Mat work on the other hand is used to create a foundation of strength using your own body weight against gravity.

In Mat work, some small props are used to enhance movements and feel the muscle connection differently. Some of these props include the magic circle, resistance bands, rollers, or pilates ball.

Pilates as a method is much more accessible than you think. The important message is that Pilates can be translated from zero equipment all the way up to the high end expensive machines. Although the equipment can be fun and useful. The most useful tool is yourself.