Category Archives: Experiences

Focusing on THIS Might be Sabotaging Your Health

“Oh, screw you, Apple Watch,” I muttered to myself after this morning’s workout. It’s the final week of a training plan I’ve been following consistently for months. I had just spent the last hour banging out rows, push ups, and lunges, pushing each set close to muscular failure and setting new personal bests. My heartContinue reading “Focusing on THIS Might be Sabotaging Your Health”

Are You Letting THIS Determine Your Success and Happiness?

Last week, I was at my Google team’s holiday dinner and ended up chatting with our head of YouTube. She mentioned she’s read my articles and worked with a trainer before… but it wasn’t very successful. “Our schedules never aligned,” she said. “He wanted to work together 5 times a week, but given my familyContinue reading “Are You Letting THIS Determine Your Success and Happiness?”

How to Indulge Guilt-Free this Holiday Season

Before we begin: there are still a few spots left for my free, 30 minute coaching call offer this week. Once they’re gone, they’re gone. If you’re on the fence, book now and take the first step towards improving your health and lowering your stress. “Damn, those look good,” I said as I walked throughContinue reading “How to Indulge Guilt-Free this Holiday Season”

You Don’t Need More Discipline

Here’s something you’ve probably said to yourself before:“If only I was more disciplined, I’d be able to… [insert life goal here].” Sound familiar? It does for me. I used to say it all the time whenever I’d hit a roadblock with my health, work, or personal goals. “Stop being lazy and start being disciplined,” I’dContinue reading “You Don’t Need More Discipline”

How Pizza Taught Me a Valuable Life Lesson

“So that’s two pizzas with extra toppings, two garlic breads, four dips, and a dozen donuts – did I get that right?” I cringed as he confirmed the order. “Yeah,” I said, sheepishly. “Great. It’ll be there in about an hour.” I hung up and stared into space. This was the third time this monthContinue reading “How Pizza Taught Me a Valuable Life Lesson”

How to Manage Your Weight for Life

I’ve lost 100lbs. and kept it off for over 17 years. I’ve also struggled with obesity at different points in my life, so headlines like these are personal. Look, being obese sucked. I hated how I looked and felt. I couldn’t play sports with my friends. I couldn’t wear clothes I liked. I couldn’t goContinue reading “How to Manage Your Weight for Life”

One Change, Many Results

In my coaching program, my clients learn how to make sustainable, lasting change for their health and stress management. They do this by building one skill at a time, which eventually compounds into their whole lifestyles changing for the better. Shabbir Jasden is a good example of this. Shabbir isn’t a client of mine –Continue reading “One Change, Many Results”

One Key to Happiness

Wanna start your week feeling happier? Exercise is your key. We all know exercise is good for our bodies: it helps build muscle, burn body fat, strengthen our bones, and improve our mobility. You’ve also probably experienced how exercise makes you feel good mentally: lower stress after the gym, more focus during your day… you’reContinue reading “One Key to Happiness”

Feeling Overwhelmed? Try This.

Recently, I met with a client of mine in the marketing and tech industry who was feeling overwhelmed. 🌴 Her last vacation proved to be anything but restful.💻 Her work environment has become more stressful and ambiguous.😐 She feels “stuck” in her personal and professional life. As a result, her mental and physical health areContinue reading “Feeling Overwhelmed? Try This.”