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Smart Core Training
Ooooh this topic is a great one to discuss. With the fitness world at an all time high and so many methods of working out to choose from and weed through, this topic needs to be discussed. Often clients or friends will ask, "How can I 'tone' my core and have my abs pop?" The most common answer from an innocent bystander tends to be crunches and lots of them. BUT, this is NOT the answer and does much more harm than good when it comes to 'toning' the core and building a strong
Kristen Madsen
Aug 16, 20193 min read


Sweet Treats!
Have a sweet tooth? Options DO abound for the Low Carb Eater when that sweet tooth arises. Sugar Free Sweeteners have made a big impact on the Low Carb Market over the last 2 years and have provided us with many different options for us to make our own treats or purchase some amazing products! Here are a few of my favorite Sugar Alternatives and products that do not have Sugar, but still are a great treat! Sugar Alternatives 1. Stevia is a sweetener derived from the leaves o
Kristen Madsen
Jul 28, 20194 min read


9 Keto Meals made in 15 minutes or less!
Our lives are busy today, so often not only does healthy eating fall to the back burner, but so does healthy cooking. The awesome thing is that there are more than a handful of great recipes out there that do not take long at all to prep for yourself or for an entire family! Save a little more time by doubling these recipes to have leftovers for the week. 1. Easy Egg Bake s: Get creative with these by adding your favorite meats, cheeses, veggies, and spices. These are great
Kristen Madsen
Jul 31, 20182 min read


25 + Keto Friendly Snacks
One awesome thing about keto is that it allows you to go much longer between meals, which means you do not have to worry about packing lots of food with you throughout the day. The meal spacing allows insulin to fall and ketones to be produced and utilized, but come snack time, what are some keto - friendly options? When snacking on keto, you can be as simple as you like or get creative with some tasty fat bomb recipes. Important things to consider when snacking with keto ar
Kristen Madsen
Jul 21, 20182 min read


Preventing & Overcoming Burnout
We have all had moments, periods in life, of feeling less than stellar. We may feel totally lethargic, like we are unable to take on the once easy tasks of life. We may have a short temper and snap at people and things that once would have never bothered us. We may have a lack of enthusiasm towards tasks that we once loved so much. This is now becoming a norm in todays GRIND society, BUT it does not have to be the norm and you do not have to feel this way. Burnout affects mo
Kristen Madsen
Jun 25, 20187 min read


5 Simple & Effective Ways to Gain More Energy & Health!!
We all want more energy. We crave to feel good, on point, focused every day all day. The reality is that we all can feel like this, but very few ever do consistently. We all go through ups and downs with hormones, stress, health, LIFE, therefore it is normal to experience days where you want to stay in bed a little longer or have less energy. BUT, I believe there are a handful of things that we can implement into our lives that will benefit every aspect! 1. Start your day w
Kristen Madsen
Jan 8, 20184 min read


Keto Workshop Giveaway!!!
⚡️WEEKEND GIVEAWAY!! Jump in on this awesome offer! I am excited to give away 1️⃣ slot to my Keto Workshop ($149 value) which begins this Wednesday at 6:30pm. This is a 6 Week Workshop that will provide you with the tools and knowledge to get results internally and externally with Keto!! How to play?! You have the opportunity for 3 entries! -A 'like' gets you 1️⃣ entry. -Tagging 2 friends in this post gets you 2️⃣ entries. -Subscribing to For The Love of Fat gets you 3
Kristen Madsen
Oct 21, 20171 min read


Keto Grocery List
Yes, there are other options than this list, but these are some of my favorites and items that I have found work best with living and thriving with a Keto Lifestyle because of the ingredients. When choosing foods, learn to read the label. Do not buy foods with Added Sugars (Sugar, Corn Syrup, Honey, Agave Nectar, Coconut Sugar, etc), Inflammatory Oils (Canola, Corn, Palm, Sunflower, Safflower, Vegetable), and opt for Higher Fat Meats and Full Fat Dairy Sources. PROTEIN SOURC
Kristen Madsen
Jun 25, 20171 min read


5 Supplements I recommend with Keto!
Their are a handful of Supplements that I believe set you up for success as you begin this Keto Lifestyle! 1. Bulletproof Brain Octane Brain Octane is a Medium Chain Triglyceride Oil, which provides fast energy, mental clarity and focus, and can help you produce those ketones faster. Brain Octane differs from Coconut Oil in that it is 18x stronger in Caprylic Acid. Add in 1 tbsp. of Brain Octane to your coffee, tea, or drizzle on your eggs in the morning. If you have not us
Kristen Madsen
Apr 6, 20172 min read
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