Elizah SwanJun 21, 20202 minWhy Tracking Your Macros Might Work For YouMacronutrients are the three main elements our body needs to survive. These are carbohydrates, fats and protein.
Elizah SwanNov 7, 20192 minRewards and Incentives for Weight Loss that Will Keep You ConsistentRewarding yourself is a crucial part of the weight loss process. Incentives provide tangible targets to work towards and keep you on track.
Elizah SwanOct 25, 20193 minHow to Happily Eat Healthier, and Save MoneyHow to eat more nutritiously, do it without feeling miserably deprived, save money AND time. Winning!
Elizah SwanJul 13, 20192 min3 Things Gym Junkies Will Tell a Gym NewbieI was overweight and had no idea what I was doing. I had gym-timidation. Here's 3 things I've learned since that day 6 years ago.
Elizah SwanMay 14, 20195 minWhy I Didn’t Undergo Weight Loss SurgeryAll the reasons why I didn't have weight loss surgery, even though it's become quite mainstream now.
Elizah SwanApr 4, 20193 minThe Benefits of a Workout BuddyWhen it comes to exercise, it’s difficult for us to commit and show up for ourselves, but having a friend to hold you accountable works.
Elizah SwanFeb 28, 20193 minWhat a Dietitian DoesMy husband went to a dietitian because he wanted to learn more about weight loss, what he should be eating, serving sizes, portion control.
Elizah SwanFeb 22, 20194 minHow to Make Exercise a HabitThink of a habit kind of like a ritual. Something that you do regularly, that becomes a part of your life. You might even start to enjoy it.
Elizah SwanFeb 1, 20192 minFeeling "Snacky"? What To DoAll afternoon I've wanted to eat. Not because I’m hungry, but bored, and lacking direction or focus. Here's what I do to minimise the damage
Elizah SwanJan 18, 20193 minMy Weight Loss Story: Injuries and IllnessI've been pretty lucky. I haven’t had many major accidents or incidents where I was injured badly. But I've had my ups and downs.
Elizah SwanJan 11, 20192 minWhat are Workout Finishers?Finishers are designed to completely fatigue the muscle group you’re working on. So you don't necessarily need any exercise equipment.
Elizah SwanJan 5, 20192 minWeight Loss Tips for Dining OutEver since I’ve been on weight loss, if I’m invited out for a meal, I immediately start thinking about what to order. I generally overeat.
Elizah SwanDec 20, 20183 minMy Year: 2017Well, I know I'm a bit behind the ball on this one, since we’re almost in 2019. But 2017 was a big year. Full of ups and downs, steps...
Elizah SwanNov 29, 20183 minStrive Wellness FAQWhat is wellness coaching? As a wellness coach, I understand that when it comes to wellness goals, it’s not always straightforward. You...
Elizah SwanNov 22, 20184 minMy Weight Loss Story: How My Confidence GrewSee My Weight Loss Story: Timeline for reference (this was 2013-2014). I suppose you could say my confidence started to grow when I began...
Elizah SwanNov 8, 20183 min3 Tips for Getting Your Morning Workout DoneWhether you’re just starting out with workouts, or you’ve been doing midday or night sessions, transitioning into morning workouts can be...
Elizah SwanNov 1, 20184 minHealthy and Satisfying Day of EatingHere's an example of my day of eating. I've tried many diets, meal plans and ways of eating and it was when I ditched all of the diet...
Elizah SwanOct 19, 20184 minHow to Shift Your Mindset from Weight Loss to Health GainIf you have tried diet after diet after diet with little success, remember this: “A well-worn path doesn’t mean that you are on the right...
Elizah SwanOct 11, 20183 minGet Moving in 20 minutesWhenever I have a scheduled workout but seriously don’t want to do it, I always make a deal with myself. Do 20 minutes and if you don’t...
Elizah SwanSep 13, 20183 minHow to Plan your Gym WorkoutMany people rock up at the gym and do one of two things: Do the same machines and length of cardio as they always do Wing it, wasting...