In case you missed my Instagram/Facebook series, I’m reposting the content (and then some) here on the blog. Today’s tip comes from personal trainer Anel Dzafic (@countdownfitness), who I met with for an intense sweat sesh. Anel says high intensity will always get you the best results, fastest. Why? When […]

Keeping a food journal is the number one best way to take control of your diet. In fact, I recommend it of every single of one my clients. Why? It puts a spotlight on your habits, and makes it “real” (i.e. Yes, I really did eat 5 bites of ice […]

Tip #4 — With kids, (and a husband back in school!) it’s next to impossible to find time for me. I’ve become what I call an “accidental exerciser” so I like to have some reassurance that I’m clocking in a decent amount of steps everyday. There’s a reason fitness band […]

Around 3pm, without fail, I get the craving to munch on something, anything! So I keep my fridge stocked with a bulk container of mixed raw veggies — cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, baby carrots, cucumbers and celery — that I can easily pull from either on my way to work […]

Spring weather is teasing us here in New York, and it feels fantastic! With it though, I’m reminded that I’ll soon have to slip into a bathing suit and sport my short shorts, and after a deliciously lazy winter, it’s a gentle nudge to step my fitness efforts up a […]

Maybe it’s just me, but it seems like this year there are more viruses and germs being passed around than ever! While it’s nice to be able to snuggle in bed on a day off, being sick is a HUGE waste of time. So I’ve started to be more thoughtful […]

Picture this: 6pm, you walk into your apartment and are literally tackled by two 30-pound boys, aged 1 and 3, all attempts to unzip jacket/remove shoes futile –> My life. (p.s. best part of my day.) Needless to say, I’m always looking for ways to shortcut dinner, so I was […]