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6 Ideas For High Protein Breakfast
A high-protein breakfast isn’t about fancy recipes. It’s about hitting enough protein early , staying full longer, and making the rest of your day easier. Research shows higher-protein meals help reduce hunger, support muscle retention, and improve satiety throughout the day. Here are 3 simple no stress options... 1. Eggs + Lean Protein Combo Think of this as your “no-fail” breakfast. 3–4 eggs Add turkey, chicken, or lean beef Optional: spinach or peppers This gets you close

Mikey Budd
Apr 172 min read


The Hidden Reason Your Workouts Feel Harder Some Days
Ever have one of those days where you just feel sorta… off. The weights feel heavier. Cardio seems to drag. And the sound of your coach’s voice is slightly more annoying than usual. 😅 Even getting started feels like a battle. And the frustrating part? Nothing about your routine has really changed. You ate fine. You slept well. You showed up like you always do. So what gives? It Might Not Be Physical Fatigue at All We tend to think of fatigue as something physical. Sore muscl

Mikey Budd
Apr 173 min read


Wanda’s Pregnancy Journey
Have you ever watched someone keep showing up while their body is clearly testing their patience? If so, then you know strength does not always look dramatic. Sometimes it looks like deep breaths, slower movements, extra pillows, and doing the same small things over and over without quitting. That was my client Wanda, preparing for the birth of her second daughter Casey. First time around, Wanda handled her pregnancy like a champ but this second one was not for the faint of h

Mikey Budd
Apr 175 min read


Why Sleep Might Be the Most Overlooked Factor in Athletic Performance
If you've ever seen me wearing my "Gangsta Napper" shirt, I like to believe I genuinely own that title. Almost everyday, almost anywhere,...

Mikey Budd
Oct 3, 20255 min read


How Exercise Shapes the Way We Make Decisions
Most of us know that exercise is good for our bodies and minds. It makes us stronger, keeps the heart healthy, and helps manage stress,...

Mikey Budd
Oct 3, 20254 min read


The Ageless Necessity: Prioritizing Cardiovascular and Muscular Strength After 60
In the journey of life, aging is inevitable. As we gracefully advance in years, it becomes increasingly vital to prioritize our health...

Mikey Budd
Jun 1, 20245 min read
5 Tips to Embracing Change
Imagine this; it's a random Tuesday morning and you head to your routine spin class only to find out your favorite teacher moved to the...

Mikey Budd
Mar 1, 20244 min read


Steady State Cardio for the Win!
Steady state cardio is often considered better for burning fat because it primarily utilizes the aerobic energy system, which relies on...

Mikey Budd
Nov 22, 20233 min read


The Truth About Tryptophan
After a big Thanksgiving meal, it's common to feel tired. While many people believe that the tryptophan in turkey is the cause, recent...

Mikey Budd
Nov 22, 20232 min read


The Beauty of Natural Lighting
A common saying these days is catching some vitamin D when hitting the beach, going for a walk or just catching a few sun rays. As common...

Mikey Budd
May 19, 20234 min read


3 Rules to Living Your Most Peaceful Life
Being a human is hard this day and age but I can't help but think, we are the only species that makes our time on earth way more...

Mikey Budd
May 19, 20234 min read


Understanding the Difference between Panic Attack, Heart Attack and Cardiac Arrest
On a normal Tuesday afternoon in March 2021, I felt a pain in my chest unlike any other. Since it was during the COVID-19 pandemic, I...

Mikey Budd
May 19, 20233 min read
3 Tips to Discovering Authentic Self-Love...
The month of February probably brings out a lot of different feelings for different people and of course for different reasons. The leap...

Mikey Budd
Feb 8, 20236 min read


Runner's Knee Exercises
Here are some examples of exercises for you to try. The exercises may be suggested for a condition or for rehabilitation. Start each...

Mikey Budd
Feb 3, 20234 min read


7 Lifestyle Changes to Reduce Risk of Cancer
One out of every two men and one out of every three women will develop some form of cancer in their lifetime but research shows that...

Mikey Budd
Feb 2, 20234 min read


Respiratory Plasticity
By Dr. Paul Dallaghan The respiratory system is now known to be plastic, characterized by ongoing changes in the neural control system....

Mikey Budd
Feb 2, 20233 min read


Texting's relationship with Arthritis
Americans text five times as much as they call, spending on average nearly 30 minutes texting each day. That may not seem like much. But...

Mikey Budd
Dec 26, 20223 min read


5 tips to help you stick with your workout routine
If you’ve decided to start a workout routine, congratulations. You’ve already taken the first step. Staying active can improve both...

Mikey Budd
Dec 26, 20223 min read


Building Resilience... Yes You Can!
The other day, my therapist commended me on my resilience. I was sharing my feelings with him about a childhood friend I had lost...

Mikey Budd
Dec 26, 20224 min read


How to Stretch Before & After Workout
Whenever stretching comes to mind, most people think deep, long holds to loosen up and relax their muscles but stretching can also...

Mikey Budd
Jun 3, 20222 min read
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