Fail…and Fail Again

3 Years Ago January 2018, I was let go from a coaching job. I had started at GAIN as an intern during the Spring semester of my Junior year at UNH. Over the summer, I was brought on as a part-time coach. At the time, I had only been working 1 or 2 days a…… Continue reading Fail…and Fail Again

PB&J with a Twist

If you know me, you know that I love peanut butter…like to the point that I’d go through a 16oz jar in 2 days. It’s become a rarity to have it in my house. Growing up, peanut butter and jelly sandwiches were a thing. Same with peanut butter and fluff. One of the ladies at…… Continue reading PB&J with a Twist

Avoid Diet Sabotage

Don’t throw away your hard work! Last week, a friend came down to North Carolina and spent the week with me. I haven’t seen any friends or family since moving to NC back in August, so it was nice to have some familiarity with me for a week and a half. I’m a horrible tourist,…… Continue reading Avoid Diet Sabotage

Pancakes!

25 Life Lessons

As of March 7, 2021 I became a quarter of a century old. Twenty-five. I don’t know why but 25 just seems like such a good number and my 25th year is going to be my best so far.A lot happens in 25 years, and I’ve learned so much, especially in the last 7 years.…… Continue reading 25 Life Lessons

Finding Your Food

Find Your Food This can be a tough one. Just like with my previous post, Finding Your Fit, there’s no direct answer to what is right or wrong. It’s totally different for each individual. One specific diet / nutrition protocol may work for me, while that same one won’t work for you and vice versa.Social…… Continue reading Finding Your Food

Finding Your Fit

Fit is Important You’re probably thinking I’m talking about clothing but really I’m talking about health and fitness. Fitness isn’t a one size fits all type of thing, as most things in life aren’t. Everyone has different tastes and interests when it comes to diet, fitness, their career and hobbies, TV shows, clothing…  basically anything and…… Continue reading Finding Your Fit

Chicken Avocado BLT Bowl

Meal prep is an essential part of my life and weekly / daily routine.Every Sunday, I take 1-2 hours of the morning to prep all of my food for the week, that way it’s easy to grab and go. And it destroys any excuse I might make of not being prepared and tempting myself to…… Continue reading Chicken Avocado BLT Bowl

The Gym: Understanding the Ecosystem

Written by: Travis Panzini Let’s be honest, the gym is intimidating. Weights being thrown around, the occasional grunt, and tops that barely count as tops. To anyone (including seasoned gym vets), this can make working out seem pretty daunting. What if we could better understand this ecosystem to help build your comfort and confidence? Dealing…… Continue reading The Gym: Understanding the Ecosystem

How to Navigate Carb Cycling

What is Carb Cycling? What’s the Purpose? Carb cycling is a diet / eating style that manipulates caloric and macronutrient intake, specifically adjusting the carbohydrate intake throughout the week.The idea or purpose of carb cycling is to limit your carbohydrate intake for a set number of days. By doing, you are decreasing your insulin levels…… Continue reading How to Navigate Carb Cycling