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Dive deep into my thoughts about eating well and living well.


Finally, I can sleep!
Sleeping Better: The Quiet Win That Changes Everything If you’ve ever tossed and turned at night, staring at the ceiling and wishing for...
Shannon McDonald
5 days ago2 min read


30 Days to Lose 10lbs or 90 Days to Shredded!
This is Mittens. She is not shredded, nor does she care. But she can leap up a fence post to take out a bird. That's what matters. You’ve...
Shannon McDonald
Sep 213 min read


Stop Waiting for Motivation
Everyone wants motivation. We tell ourselves that if we just had enough of it, we’d finally be able to do all the things—work out, meal...
Shannon McDonald
Sep 142 min read


Do I Have to Do this Every Day?
As a nurse practitioner, I often hear this question: “Do I have to take this medication for the rest of my life?” The truth? Sometimes,...
Shannon McDonald
Sep 83 min read


Why Grandma Didn’t Need a Gym (and Why You Do)
I hear this all the time from clients and patients: You’re feeling amazing, sleeping better, maybe even down a few pounds because you’ve...
Shannon McDonald
Aug 302 min read


From Dog Food Bags to Birthday Cake: Real Reasons to Lift Weights
I can’t tell you how many times I hear the question: “Why should I lift weights?” Honestly, where do I even start? The Research Stuff...
Shannon McDonald
Aug 243 min read
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