One of the most frequent conversations I have with clients is about protein. In recent years a lot of folks got the memo that we need more of it. Now we're starting to see conflicting information in the mainstream media about how much protein we actually need leaving a lot of folks confused and frustrated. So I'm grateful that my colleague Tarah Valenti, RDN from Custom Fit, took some time to help us understand how much protein we need based on our unique situations versus blanket approaches we may hear about in the media and on social.

There’s been a big spotlight lately—both in the media and from healthcare experts—on the importance of training for longevity. The work we do now can have a major impact later in life. This includes strength training to build muscle and ward off bone loss and injury, plyometrics to retain mobility and power, and even agility work to stay surefooted and nimble as the years go on.

The brain is a powerful (sometimes evil) genius that can try to convince us not to do good things. It tries to stop us from saying YES. If we just start the thing we’re debating—something we know is good for us—even if we grumble through it, we’ll likely be all smiles at the finish line.