Here’s Why You’re Not Losing Weight
Losing weight can be challenging and sometimes frustrating, despite your dedicated efforts in diet and exercise. You might find yourself diligently following what appears to be the perfect…
JJ Virgin
What Happens to Your Fitness Goals When You Need to Rest?
I recently got a refresher on the art of rest and recovery after I had to have a major surgery. If you know me, you know how much I value fitness. Strength training and high-intensity interval…
The Top 5 Exercise Mistakes You’re Making
My career as a health and fitness expert began in the gym in the 1980s. (Cue images of leg warmers, big hair, and bright leotards.) Since then, I’ve spent a lot of time in gyms coaching…
Is Berberine Really ‘Nature’s Ozempic’?
Over 37 million Americans have diabetes, and 90-95% of them have type 2 diabetes.1 Researchers expect that number to skyrocket by 2040, making type 2 diabetes a worldwide crisis.2 Even…
What Does ‘Complete Protein’ Mean? (And Why Does It Matter?)
Optimal amounts of protein at every meal help you hit your health goals, whether they include building muscle, managing your weight, boosting metabolism, aging powerfully, or (if you’re…
What Does a Body-Composition Scale Measure?
When I worked with clients back in the 1980s, I used a tape measure and body-fat calipers to measure body composition. During that time, some clients felt frustrated because their bathroom…
Feeling Anxious? These 10 Foods + Recipes Create Calm
In a world full of constant stressors and non-stop hustle, anxiety can easily creep in and infect your thoughts, mood, and overall health. During those moments, taking a step back and nourishing…
Why Magnesium Is an Anti-Aging Ingredient for Your Brain Health
I’m always looking for strategies to age more powerfully, and magnesium certainly fits the bill. This multitasking mineral contributes to hundreds of key cellular reactions,…
Diet to Feel Better: How to Lose Weight & Find Your Food Intolerances
When you go on a diet, chances are it’s to lose weight. But dieting isn’t just about weight loss, and being healthy isn’t just about numbers on a scale – it’s…
What is a Health Coach? (Plus How to Tell If You Need One)
We live in an exciting time, when there’s so much we can do to strive toward great health at any age!
That’s because at least 80% of our ability to stay healthy, stall aging, prevent…
Recipe: 5-Minute Collagen Coffee
I love my morning coffee! Running a busy household with three little ones, it’s honestly the first thing I make every morning.
Now, I can love my daily ritual even more, because…
How to Pick the Right Online Health Program & Where to Start
We’re diet agnostic around here!
While many of my online programs come from books with the word “diet” in the title, I’m talking “diet” as…
