Hello world!

10 Feb Hello world!

Like many women in the United States, I started experimenting with diet fads in my early teens. So naturally I thought I was well informed, until i started studying nutrition. Nutrition in our early years can be directly linked to health issues as we age, knowing this, my goal became to reverse, as best as I can, the damage I have likely caused to my body. For me, now, it is more about making sure my body has the proper nutrition to heal itself, and perform at it’s best so that I can continue to accomplish the goals I set out to conquer.

I have certification in Nutrition for Wellness awarded by Scottsdale Community college, and I have taken every academic class on nutrition that has been offered at that institution. I am currently working towards my certification in Personal Training. I try to make sure that all my fitness and nutrition tips are from reputable sources and have academic research to back them up when possible. Personally, I have ran 2 half marathons (2:30 and 2:47), I practice yoga as often as I possibly can, and I meditate daily. I also love hiking, indoor cycling, paddle boarding, and am always looking for new adventures.

My nutritional philosophy is ‘ Eat a large selection of real food in moderation’.  This means I advocate a diet rich in all varieties of fruits and vegetables, protein in all forms, mostly from beans and legumes but include some animal sources as well, and even some grains, in appropriate portions. I discourage eating margarine, and instead encourage butter; things that are labeled “low fat” or “low sugar” are also discouraged, as is anything that has a label (nix the boxes and cans when possible).

Thank you all for helping me discover me coaches voice; the voice that will guide you and offer encouragement. I am still finding it, so I appreciate any feedback on the things you find helpful or something that I can say or do differently. I struggle with this portion of the program, and I appreciate your patience!

I will be periodically posting links to recipes and adding work out tips to help you discover your healthiest you! The latest health and fitness product reviews as I try them, and restaurant tips.

As always, if anyone has any questions, you can email me whenever. Follow me on twitter @RulesByRed

Eat well