Yesterday I was feeling so depressed, tired and grumpy. The thing with exercise for me is it can make you feel so great and so low (when you don't do it) . When I don't exercise for a few days I get in a serious down mood. I have been in a slump. I'm used to doing hard intense workouts, but my workouts are slowing down (as they should because I"m pregnant). My husband who is training for a marathon, his workouts are picking up! (which I have realized has been hard for me) Instead of feeling sorry for myself while my husband is running his face off, I decided to re do my exercise goals so they could be realistic for my pregnancy. I listed 3 things that might help anybody who is in a slump: 1-How are your goals? Are they realistic but still a push? If you have down you are ... View Post

Meet Annie. Another one of our 21 Day PURE Challenge finishers. She did awesome! She lost ten pounds and is so proud of her accomplishments. We are too! Here are a few more testimonials. "One thing that has really helped me is that I am eating 3 solid meals a day. I know I was not eating enough food before. Sometimes, after feeding my kids I just could care less about eating myself and grab a few bites here and there - really pathetic! I never skipped breakfast - but it was never a solid meal. Boiled eggs are now my friend. I could eat an avocado daily." - Heather T. "I feel amazing. I followed this to a "T" and I am so happy with my results." - Jennifer A. "Devrie and Brecke were so helpful as I took on this challenge while nursing. I'm not going to lie, it was tough. I suggest having ... View Post

My thoughts on whole 30… Disclaimer: I am a nutritional professional. I am writing my feelings as honestly as possible. I am not trying to be negative. I support everyone who aims to eat better. A fad is something that is very popular for a short amount of time. I have discussed this subject with numerous nutrition professionals and read plenty of articles –that combined with my professional opinion and my personal beliefs. There is no doubt that Whole30 is a fad, a trend, a craze. Before you get offended, let me say this – a fad isn’t necessarily bad. For example, I’m currently building a new home. White kitchens are all the rage. They are clean and bright. Of course I want a white kitchen, that’s what’s in. But, in five years will white kitchens still be in? I don’t know. Some may say ... View Post

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