March 20, 2026| Christine
The Stress You’re Not Tracking (But Is Controlling Everything)
Most people think of stress as one thing: a bad day, a tough workout, poor sleep, or a difficult conversation. the biggest fitness myths. That’s not how your body experiences it. Your body doesn’t care where the stress is coming from—it just adds it up. This total load is called allostatic load—the cumulative burden of physical, emotional, and environmental stressors over time. [...]
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October 2, 2025| Christine
Stop Fighting Yourself: Build Habits That Actually Stick
If you’ve ever told yourself, “I just need more willpower,” you’re not alone. I hear this from clients all the time. We assume that eating well, exercising, or making healthier choices is all about self-control. But here’s the thing: willpower is not enough. Willpower is limited. It gets depleted by stress, lack of sleep, and just living life. Relying on it alone is like trying to run a marathon on fumes—it might work for a little while, but eventually, you crash. [...]
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August 11, 2025| Christine
Aging? You Probably Need More Protein
Here’s something most people don’t hear at their annual checkup: As you age, you actually need more protein — not less. Why? Starting in your 30s and 40s, you naturally begin to lose muscle mass through a process called sarcopenia. Without enough protein — and strength training — this loss accelerates. The result? A slower [...]
