Worried that running will ruin your gains or burn muscle? It can. But not when you know these things, find out how to keep muscle mass

While running can help people lose weight, it may not be the magic bullet some runners expect. Running requires training and commitment. Learn more here.

Does the timing protein for fat loss or muscle building really work? What you need to know about protein intake to optimize your results and reach your goals.

Walking 3 miles a day can have numerous health benefits including weight loss, improved cardiovascular health, and increased energy levels. Find out more about the benefits of this simple daily…

Tired of feeling like the holidays mean months of non-stop food. Here are 20 ways to socialize without food to keep everyone happier and healthier

Why must all tasty treats be unhealthy? That’s what I used to wonder till I made and tried these high protein pumpkin muffins! They’re festive, delicious, and actually good for…

Does running burn fat? Yes, but you need to know a few things about why, how and when. Here's everything you need to know according to a seasoned running coach.

Looking to lose weight by running, but not sure how? Here are my ten secret strategies as a run coach to losing weight while running.

Want to start walking to lose weight? This article shares the top tips you need to know, plus 4 walking workouts and tricks to start burning more calories.

Being a heavier runner doesn't mean you can't achieve big things. Running when overweight tips to work with your body for success.

Body fat measurement tools are incredibly useful, but you need to know how each one works and which is right for you. Learn it all in this guide.

You've sweated, refueled, rested and yet the scale still goes up? Learn why you're gaining weight when working out instead of losing.

Does muscle weigh more than fat? Or is it the other way around? This has probably popped up in your mind at some point. Here's the real answer to this…

Are you struggling with being able to quit sugar? Trust me, you’re not alone. Many people find it challenging to reduce or eliminate their sugar intake, but it’s an important…

A runner's diet is not just about feeling good, but also about running your best. Here's a full guide on everything you need to know about runner's diet.

Bloating can occur for various reasons and it may be difficult to pinpoint the cause. Learn six strategies that can help reduce the unpleasant feeling of bloating after running.

Want to lose body fat in a healthy, sustainable way? This article has everything you need to know, including 15 tips to help you get there

Marathon training seems like it should be a great way to lose weight. Why is it then that many runners gain weight? It’s not because running will inherently make you…

Should runners count calories? After all, doesn’t a long run = license to eat. Whether that statement is actually true or not, it’s absolutely the mindset I hear more often…

In January our Virtual Run Club is exploring all you need to know about running nutrition, whether your goal is running for weight loss or just fueling appropriately to perform!…

You’ve cranked up your training from half marathon mileage to run your first marathon or maybe your 20th, either way you’re putting in the miles, making great food choices {minus…

Each time a new diet trend comes out, I find my eyes involuntarily rolling in to my skull and a sigh escaping my lips. Which is largely what I thought…

Is there a perfect racing weight? Can you maintain muscle mass and be a distance runner? Will being stronger make you a better runner? These are all questions that have…

How do you lose weight after 40 when your spouse is still eating all your “forbidden foods”? From personal experience (through my 20’s and 30’s) I can tell you it’s…

After finishing my Metabolic Efficiency test, I had some action steps to take to start burning more fat and more importantly, I was committed to getting results. I really wanted…

I first shared a story about metabolic efficiency in 2014, as I watched a fellow runner slowly transform her body. After listening to her talk about struggling with weight despite…

Calories In < Calories Out = Weight loss. The formula seems simple enough and so for anyone who has undertaken a weight loss journey it starts here, but eventually it’s…

Initially I committed to only a 7 day Sugar Detox as part of the Clean and Lean Project. For me, mentally – 7 days was much easier than saying no…

Let’s be honest, it’s a little exhausting to manage all the do’s and dont’s of a detox, isn’t it? Because after a few days of detoxing, it isn’t just about…

“I just can’t believe he said no running for six months” she half mumbled, half sobbed through her spoonful of froyo topped with more candy than I remembered seeing on…

“I got my mind on my money, my money on my mind” — preach it Youngbloodz On a visit to Kansas City, I took a little spin to Wally World…

Last year, I found myself wondering what this whole “macro” thing was about. I’ve been maintaining my 35lb weight loss pretty easily for almost 10 years, maybe this would be…

**Update on 2014 post with some additional information and my own personal update.** 12 weeks. 84 days. 100+ snacks. 252 meals. Not 1 pound lost. %$&*#(*@@@ <<< In keeping this…

Today, I’m going to share with you the secret to weight loss, health and fitness no one talks about. Yes, it’s the plan that covers alllllll of those and is…

In my first post I tried to capture the essence of the experience at Wellfit Malibu, from the beautiful setting to the people and of course the workouts! So if you haven’t…

Have you ever noticed that our gym loving friends tend to be much more detail oriented when it comes to meal planning? They have 6 meals mapped out each day,…

Too much of a good thing, it really is possible. Too much sun = red lobster looking tan lines and lots of aloe Too much birthday cake = stomach ache…

Was one of your New Year’s Resolutions to lose weight? But you find yourself so bogged down with daily life that you haven’t been able to quite make the changes…

You know I love my green smoothies. You know I’m all about high nutrient foods for recovery. You know I’m not a fan of fads or diets or lose weight…

Mother Nature does a lot of things right…particularly sunrises which I shared a few of this week because I really believe they’re moments that allow us all to pause and…

It’s a feels like of at least 90 degrees every single day, so why I’m craving soup I can’t particularly say. I think my digestion wants something super easy after…

Continuing with my goal of eating more anti-inflammatory foods and changing up my food rotation I decided to put to use some red lentils that have been staring at me…