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How to Stick to Your Healthy, New Year’s Resolutions
I’m sure if you are reading this, one of your New Year’s Resolutions is to get fit and healthy. CONGRATULATIONS. That first step is huge!!! But the REAL hard work lies ahead…Here are my TOP TIPS for sticking to that New Year’s Resolution YEAR ROUND!

5 Tips for Succeeding at Your Healthy Goals!
We all make mistakes. We stumble, we fall, we slip-up now and then. Guess what…. we’re human and that is perfectly NORMAL. What’s not normal, is expecting to be perfect, all day, everyday. While it’s great to hold ourselves to high standards, expecting ourselves to be perfect is a great way to set ourselves up for disappointment. Set yourself up for a successful transition to a healthy lifestyle by implementing the following tips!

Inspiring Interview with IFBB Pro & Fitness Model – Tabitha Klausen Leandri
I had mistakenly assumed that being healthy and fit came easy to Tabitha. I was intrigued by the obvious transformation she had gone through to get to where she was today. In this interview you will see that despite her tumultuous past, she came out stronger than ever. She has demonstrated that no matter what obstacles confront you, you can overcome them and go on to live a healthy, happy life.

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The innocence of a child can teach us a lot, so pay attention. Remember the things you wanted when you were young, who or what you wanted to be like or what you wanted others to see in you. The only person that can tell you that you can’t is you…and I don’t know any kid that will truly listen when they are told they aren’t capable of doing something…

Interview with IFBB Figure Pro – Brooke Erickson
One day, as I was surfing my newsfeed, I saw an image Brooke posted of herself ‘before’ she decided to change her lifestyle… I was stunned to see the amazing transformation she went through! From overweight, to underweight, to pro figure competitor! When I asked her if she would be willing to share her triumphs and tribulations with myself and my followers, she happily agreed! I’m sure you will find her story incredibly inspiring. She is living proof that it is possible to overcome even the most difficult of obstacles!

How to Deal with Change
I am often asked how to deal with friends and family who don’t understand the desire to eat healthy and exercise. Honestly, it can be rough at first. What you need to keep in mind though is that it’s natural for people to be wary of things they don’t completely understand. When you decide to change your lifestyle to something of a healthier nature, be prepared for people to question and criticize you. Change can be a very difficult thing for many people to handle. Some on the other hand will be there to encourage you along your journey. Here are a few tips I have for those of you going through this!

Should Men and Women Workout Differently?
I can’t help but notice when I enter the gym, that the cardio section is primarily filled with women, and the men occupy the majority of the weight room. From the outside looking in, it may seem as though there is a fundamental difference in the way men and women should be training. This; however, is not the case. Read on to find out why!

5 Steps to Eliminating Self-Doubt
Set yourself up for success in your health and fitness journey by following these 5 simple step!

How to Fit Exercise Into a Busy Day
A busy schedule is something most of us have had to deal with at one point or another. Don’t let that be a deterrent to reaching your health and fitness related goals. Top fitness models and competitors still manage to make time to compete, train and eat well, despite being parents, students and having full-time jobs! You can do it… here are some tips on how!

Beginner’s Guide to Fitness
I often get asked by girls who have never eaten healthy or worked out before.. where to start! I totally get how overwhelming it can be! Here are some basic tips I have for those JUST starting out on a health and fitness journey!

A Warning to Runners
What comes to mind when most people think of runners is smiling, fit people. Unfortunately, that is not always the case! Many runners may be doing more harm than good and although I do enjoy my runs, but there can be some negative side effects if that’s the only form of exercise you do. Skinny fat? Increased visibility of cellulite? Injuries? Read on to find out why running increases your chance for these and more!

9 Things Every New Model Should Know
I have assisted, art directed, photographed, retouched, edited, done hair & makeup and modeled! Having worked in just about every area of the photography industry.. I have learned a few of the top “do’s” and “don’ts” for models. Avoid burning bridges and book subsequent jobs with these model-etiquette tips!

5 Eco-Friendly Skincare Tips
Going green is the best way to be healthy! Do it yourself home-made skin care is effective and cheap! If you don’t have time to make your own cosmetics, you can easily find great, totally natural products at your local health food store. Try these easy and eco-friendly skincare tips!

Vitamin-Infused Face and Neck Mask
Creating home-made masks is so much fun and incredibly easy! This vitamin C & E infused face & neck mask recipe is not only simple to make, it’s cheap and offers amazing results! Try it and tell us what you think!