By Radley West In the whirlwind of our daily lives, finding time for a healthy, nutrient-packed meal can feel like a mission impossible. But what if there was a simple, delicious, and incredibly convenient way to flood your body with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants? Enter the green smoothie, your newContinue Reading
By Radley West Spoiler: The Scale Isn’t the Star of the Show When it comes to fitness, we all love a good before-and-after moment. But if the only thing you’re using to measure progress is your bathroom scale, you’re selling yourself short. Real progress isn’t just about weight, it’s aboutContinue Reading
By Radley West When you think of being healthy, what’s the first image that pops into your head? For many of us, it’s a person sweating it out at the gym, chiseled and determined. While fitness is an excellent piece of the puzzle, a truly healthy life is a muchContinue Reading
By Radley West Every morning, I leave the house like a responsible adult, keys in hand, water bottle, whispering sweet nothings to my dog like, “Be a good girl,” and “Don’t destroy anything I love.” She gives me the look. You know the one. The Oscar-worthy performance that says, IContinue Reading
By Radley West It took me a long time to learn that “no” is a complete sentence. Let’s face it: boundaries get a bad rap. To some, they sound cold or selfish, like you’re suddenly too good to answer a 10 pm “Hey, can you help me move this couch?”Continue Reading
By Radley West Starting the day by writing down a few things you’re grateful for may seem simple, but it can lead to profound benefits. What often begins as a small daily habit, like jotting down three things you’re thankful for, has been shown to improve mental well-being, reduce stress,Continue Reading
By Radley West The Two Most Detrimental and Overused Phrases in American Culture Today: “It’s Not Fair” and “I Deserve It.” In a time when motivational quotes plaster our screens and self-help slogans promise quick fixes, two seemingly harmless phrases are quietly chipping away at the very fabric of resilienceContinue Reading
By Radley West When GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy first hit the market, I’ll be honest—I was skeptical. As a health and fitness professional with over 16 years of experience helping people build stronger, healthier lives, I’ve seen plenty of so-called “miracle” weight loss solutions come and go. MostContinue Reading
By Radley West I have written about the cost of hiring an expert and the value of real expertise. But today, I want to take that idea a step further — because spending money on knowledge means nothing if you don’t actually use it. We live in a world whereContinue Reading
By Radley West We all know the truth — you’re one minor inconvenience away from a full-on existential crisis. But does the world need to know that? Absolutely not. Fortunately, faking it is an art form, and with just a little effort (or at least the illusion of effort), youContinue Reading
By Radley West If you’ve ever struggled to stay consistent with your workouts, you’re not alone. Many people start exercise programs with the best intentions, only to lose motivation within a few weeks. But what if the key to sticking with it isn’t just willpower, but a workout partner? ResearchContinue Reading