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Getting that middle age spread? You may have entered into the MENOPAUSE ZONE!
Have you noticed that your midsection is starting to get fluffier or you are getting that dreaded FUPA (fat upper pubic area)? The...

Pat Greaves
Apr 7, 20222 min read


Fat Loss vs. Weight Loss – What’s the Difference?
I often hear women say, “I’m working out and watching what I eat, but I still weigh the same!” It can be frustrating when you are...

Pat Greaves
Jan 10, 20223 min read


Managing Holiday Stress
The holiday season is officially here and with it comes the anxiety of shopping for the perfect gifts, getting the home ready for...

Pat Greaves
Nov 29, 20212 min read


October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Did you know that exercise is an important part of your breast health? Medical studies show that exercise can reduce the risk of...

Pat Greaves
Oct 1, 20212 min read


Help! I want to lose weight before my wedding! What can I do?
Or maybe it’s 15 lbs for a high school reunion, or drop 4 dress sizes by your birthday. Whatever your weight loss goal is, it has to be...

Pat Greaves
Jul 6, 20212 min read


Carbs aren’t the Enemy, but How You Eat Them May Be
Carbohydrates have a bad rap – we associate them with unhealthy weight gain and think we must banish them from our lives in order to lose...

Pat Greaves
Jun 17, 20214 min read


What's Your Fitness "Why"?
This is the question asked by personal trainers, nutritional coaches, dieticians – any professional who is in the business of helping...

Pat Greaves
Mar 31, 20212 min read


Is Consuming Fat in your Meals Unhealthy? The Answer: It’s Complicated.
February is American Heart Month and a lot of attention is placed on reducing our fat intake to improve our heart health. But….are all...

Pat Greaves
Feb 16, 20212 min read


Sister Check-in!
Hey Sis, how are you doing? We have been dealing with this pandemic for almost a year and let’s face it – it is stressful. And even...

Pat Greaves
Feb 8, 20212 min read


Create Healthy Habits, Not Restrictions
You’ve heard the saying “you can’t outrun a bad diet”. While there are no foods that are inherently “bad”, you can have unhealthy eating...

Pat Greaves
Dec 16, 20201 min read


Managing your Health and Emotional State in Uncertain Times
Many will agree that 2020 has been fraught with its share of bad news. I don't need to make a list - from world to national to community...

Pat Greaves
Nov 3, 20203 min read


My Story
Growing up, I always shied away from team games or sports - I wasn't coordinated nor brave enough to even try to fake being an athlete. ...

Pat Greaves
Feb 19, 20202 min read


The Importance of H2O
Before trying a new diet or embarking on a fitness regimen, ask yourself “Am I drinking enough water?” Both of those efforts will be...

Pat Greaves
Feb 16, 20201 min read


Motivating the Mind to Move Your Body
When someone mentions working out, is your response "let's go!" Or "maybe some other time"? Do you look forward to an exercise session...

Pat Greaves
Feb 16, 20202 min read


What are macros and why should you count them?
Macros (macronutrients) are the nutrients your body needs in significant amounts - carbs, protein and fats - that provide your body with...

Pat Greaves
Dec 25, 20191 min read


Stay Motivated!
It happens to all of us. You had a day (or week) where junk food called your name. Maybe it was that craving for cheesecake or the extra...

Pat Greaves
Dec 25, 20192 min read


What’s in your cart?
Have you ever gone to the grocery and ask yourself later, "why did I buy this"? Here are a few tips to make sure your grocery shopping...

Pat Greaves
Dec 25, 20191 min read
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