If you're ready to feel stronger, leaner, and more confident—you're in the right place. This newsletter is where I share powerful insights on fitness, nutrition, and mindset to help you thrive in midlife. No gimmicks. No fad diets. Just real strategies that work with your body—not against it. I've created this feed so you can revisit key emails and refer others when something clicks. Of course I won't include all emails here. But, as I write, when something seems like you will want to refer back to it, It will go there. Enjoy! 😘 👉 Ready to take the next step? Apply for my free 15-Day Trial of the Goddess Jump Start Program by clicking the link below. Let’s get started.
Even if your workouts are on point… this matters more.
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Hey Reader, There was this company I worked for in my 20s that sold healthy prepped meals in grocery stores. I was one of their brand ambassadors—offering samples and talking to people about how convenient healthy eating could be. I’ll never forget this one guy. Fit. Muscular. Cart full of junk food. He smirks and says, “I work out so I can eat like this.” Now, we won’t unpack all the layers of that mindset today (or where it might have lead him when he got older), but I do want to touch on one important piece. I wake up most mornings and do my morning flow—pushups, planks, bird-dogs. Then I go for a 30-minute walk to tap into that post-movement EPOC boost (which I love). I usually do all of this fasted because I eat breakfast a little later. My body’s used to it. (Fasted training isn’t safe or right for everyone.) When I sleep well, my morning habits are spot-on. But here’s the thing… Even when I do everything right, I still get off track sometimes. Alot of times. My son might whip up fresh blueberry pancakes because he’s excited about a new recipe. My daughter might come home from my mom’s with homemade chocolate chip cookies and warm zucchini bread. [Not really "might" because they're true stories from the same day! lol] So even though I already had breakfast… Suddenly I’m making a plate. Suddenly I’m snacking all day. Suddenly I’m feeling off, sluggish, and wondering why. And yes, maybe they used great ingredients. But too much food is still too much food. AND sugar—whether it’s maple syrup, coconut sugar, or cane—is still sugar. [Although I will mention, I cook with coconut sugar over any other sugar because along with the sugar you are getting quite a few minerals plus antioxidants and fiber. Not that you need sugar to get those but it's better than straight table sugar or the chemical shit storm in artifical sweeteners.] Anyway... 👉 Unless you’re training like an Olympic athlete, you can’t out-train a poor diet. I say “poor diet” lightly, because I believe all food can fit. I’m not anti-pancake or anti-cookie. I’m not saying those foods are so called “bad.” But what I am saying is this: Moderation matters. These foods can be part of a healthy lifestyle—but they should never replace your nutrient-dense meals. Protein first. Veggies often. Hydrate. Move your body. Then, if you really want the cookie—have it. With joy. With awareness. Without shame. But, don’t trick yourself into thinking workouts cancel out everything else. They don’t! What you eat most of the time is what shapes your energy, your results, and your long-term health. ✨ Need a plan that helps you balance both movement and meals, without restriction or shame? My personalized online training program is designed to work with your life, your habits, and your goals. Learn more about Online Personal Training here If this resonates with you, I'd love to hear your thoughts! Feel free to reply or share with someone you know. It may be just what they need! 😘 Your Coach, Multi-Certified Personal Trainer, Holistic Nutritionist & Health Coach "Empowering Women to Create their Own Health & Happiness!" 👉Click here to read previous Newsletters ✨P.S. Discover the power of Online Personal Training. With Custom Workouts, and Unlimited SUPPORT, you'll Achieve Lasting Results – and a Strong, Confident and Healthy body. Click here to learn more and apply<< P.S.S. Not sure if you’re ready to commit to personal training? You can also check out the 90 Days to FIT complete transformation program—science-backed fat-burning workouts, nutritional guidelines, daily motivation, unlimited in-app support and more. [Learn more here] 💪 #OWNYOURGODDESS I love seeing your healthy meals and workout photos! Keep tagging me @Nicole_celeste_82 and use #OwnYourGoddess for the chance to be featured. |
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If you're ready to feel stronger, leaner, and more confident—you're in the right place. This newsletter is where I share powerful insights on fitness, nutrition, and mindset to help you thrive in midlife. No gimmicks. No fad diets. Just real strategies that work with your body—not against it. I've created this feed so you can revisit key emails and refer others when something clicks. Of course I won't include all emails here. But, as I write, when something seems like you will want to refer back to it, It will go there. Enjoy! 😘 👉 Ready to take the next step? Apply for my free 15-Day Trial of the Goddess Jump Start Program by clicking the link below. Let’s get started.
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