A Blog Dedicated to Unlearning Diet Culture, Embracing Body Trust
The fitness industry has caused real harm and trauma around movement. I’m dedicated to creating an environment for movement that is equitable, accessible, and diverse. Social justice is paramount, and I strive to continue growing in my ability to be of service to groups traditionally excluded by the diet/wellness industrial complex.
Allow me to Re-introduce Myself
The last time I had my website rebuilt by the brilliant Lacey Jayne of HighlyAnticipated.net was in 2018. I was a different person then; one with fewer scars, fewer stories, and fewer reasons to pause and rethink EVERYTHING. I didn’t know what was coming. I didn’t...
Fuel Your Strength Podcast Episode: Health at Every Size with Stacey Sorgen
If you’re seeking to redefine your relationship with exercise and adopt a more inclusive approach to health, this episode is a must-listen. Stacey’s expertise will guide you on a journey of self-discovery, encouraging you to prioritize holistic well-being while still pursuing your fitness aspirations.
Thoughts on Heartbreak, Big Box Gyms, and Bags of Salad
The world of fitness and wellness is vast and it can be overwhelming, frustrating, and really pretty scary. I remember stepping into a big box gym almost 14 years ago. I wanted to be strong. I had just been through a big breakup and I was feeling pretty beaten down,...
37 Life Hacks…. efficiently live life, improve health, and save time for FUN!
life·hack ˈlīfˌhak/ noun informal noun: life hack a strategy or technique adopted in order to manage one's time and daily activities in a more efficient way. Pack your gym bag the night before. Give yourself absolutely no excuses. Take 2 hours on a Sunday and cook all...
I thought I knew…. and that I didn’t belong.
I write this for every person who doesn’t think they “fit in” to athletics. For all of us who have ever entered a gym; walked around, drank some water, sat awkwardly on a machine, and saw people flexing in a mirror – before promptly leaving. Maybe we entered the gym...
I don’t respond well to yelling….
How about you? I had a new client in the gym this week for a one-on-one appointment. We met and she told me a bit about what she was looking for. She had done quite a bit of strength training during the week and was looking to try to get in some good cardio. I decided...
Resolving to make a Resolution?
Some sound advice from Dike Drummond, M.D. and original link below: 1) Don't make a Resolution for the wrong reasons. Don't make one when you are drunk, because you think you should or you feel guilty because everyone else has one. Make a resolution because it is...
Excuses.. excuses…
We can be so mean to ourselves. ARE YOU HOLDING YOURSELF BACK FROM BECOMING FIT, HAPPY, & STRONG? We can stop trying, before we even begin....even when we start out with really great intentions. Sometimes, getting started can be hard - but are you...
Are you a BULLY?
Hey Meanie! Yeah, YOU, I'm talking to YOU! I'm talking to the voice inside of you that wants to look like you did when you were 16. You are kind of a bully! We don't like bullies, do we? Odds are that you are sabotaging your CURRENT REAL SELF in order to hang on to...
What would your body say if it could talk? The same things as your brain?
Are you holding YOURSELF back? Are you making excuses? Are you giving your body what it needs? If your body could talk to you, what would it say? "This is your wake up call. I'm feeling horrible and I need your help. This is your reminder to improve my health;...
Just start… already….
Today is the day. Right now. Get up and dance around your living room. Walk up and down your stairs. Lift soup cans. Makeout with someone cute. Get your movement on and make your life better - right now. Being active is healthy, natural, self-powered medicine. It is...
Keep it Simple. Eat Real Food.
The best advice I could ever give anyone about their diet... is the importance of eating food. Not just any food, but real food. When you visit the grocery store, just think about the layout. On the outskirts you have; veggies, fruits, meats, dairy, eggs. These are...
Today is the Day
This is my sassy "I-believe-in-you" pose. I'm calling your bluff; your "I'm going to meet my goals in 2012" bluff. Be honest. Are you as far in your goal as you had hoped to be? Do you need some extra help? Try a fitness class. Workout with a friend. Join a group,...
Whoever you are, wherever you are from, whomever you love… you are welcome here
No matter what your current or previous fitness level; you can start working towards your goal - today. You are worth the hard work you'll put in to accomplish your dreams. Your health is valuable; no matter who you are, who you love, etc. Sometimes, I realizes that...
Making a difference… one day at a time
Make a Difference Today What are you doing for yourself today to make yourself healthier than yesterday? Having really big long-term goals can be great motivation, but sometimes the little things that we do day-to-day can have a really big impact on the short-term and...
Ask Questions to Protect Your Health
Ask Questions to Protect Your Health So, apparently Washington D.C. knows what's up. TSL recently covered this story and provided the following information: "A new initiative by National Lesbian Health Organization called Making Our Vitality Evident (MOVE) is aimed at...
If vs. Then
If vs. Then I was recently out for a training ride and had a lot of time to think about my triathlon training. In the lonely moments of the long distance cyclist, runner, swimmer... sometimes questions come up. Sometimes they are silly questions, like “Why is that...
