By now a lot of people have heard about counting macros (aka IIFYM or flexible dieting). It is becoming more and more popular and we love it! Counting macros is basically a very detailed way of counting calories. You track the macro nutrients that make up the food you are eating instead of just their …
There are so many weight loss myths out there that people take as fact, no wonder everyone has such a hard time sticking to a diet! Weight loss really is not as complicated as so many experts would have you believe. You have to remember their motivation. A lot of these gurus want to make …
Guess what? Eating out while counting macros is definitely allowed! That’s one of the best things about IIFYM (macros)– it’s flexible. It’s not overly restrictive like other diets out there and that’s because it’s not really a diet; it’s more of a lifestyle change. Also, a lot of these strategies can be used if your …
Lately, I’ve been hearing a lot of people recommending weightlifting. I love it! The problem is when you’re new to lifting heavy, it can be very intimidating. So, let’s go over some weightlifting tips for beginners as well as some ideas on how to structure your workout. First off, there are so many benefits that …
One of the hardest things with any diet, is the temptation of junk foods. So, of course, the more exposed you are to this temptation, the harder it is. If you are counting macros with a family then you definitely understand the struggle. The nice thing about IIFYM, is the flexibility it gives. No single …
Okay, let’s talk healthy Costco favorites! I’ve shared some Costco hauls on here before (I’ll link below), but truthfully, our Costco staples tend to change every few months. We like variety, so while there are some constants (like rotisserie chicken), we switch it up a lot. For example, on all previous Costco hauls, you would’ve …