To learn more about The Flex Fam Membership, visit https://www.metflexlife.com/theflexfam Do you plan your pre-workout and post-workout meals ahead of time? Join Rachel's weekly newsletter: https://www.metflexlife.com/newsletter Rachel Gregory is a Board-Certified Nutritionist, Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Podcaster, and founder of MetFlex Life. She is also the author of the international best-selling book, " 21-Day Ketogenic Diet Weight Loss Challenge. " Rachel received her Master's De...
Oct 03, 2022•3 min•Ep. 123
To learn more about The Flex Fam Membership, visit https://www.metflexlife.com/theflexfam Carbohydrates can cause inflammation, but if you have certain goals you're trying to hit and you're focusing on food quality, carbs can be incredibly useful. Join Rachel's weekly newsletter: https://www.metflexlife.com/newsletter Rachel Gregory is a Board-Certified Nutritionist, Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Podcaster, and founder of MetFlex Life. She is also the author of the international best-sel...
Sep 30, 2022•1 min•Ep. 122
To learn more about The Flex Fam Membership, visit https://theflexfam.com/ It might be beneficial for you to try becoming fat-adapted. Most Americans are adapted mostly to burning carbs and could benefit from more metabolic flexibility. Join Rachel's weekly newsletter: https://www.metflexlife.com/newsletter Rachel Gregory is a Board-Certified Nutritionist, Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Podcaster, and founder of MetFlex Life. She is also the author of the international best-selling book, ...
Sep 28, 2022•2 min•Ep. 121
To learn more about The Flex Fam Membership, visit https://theflexfam.com/ When we're thinking about preventative medicine, it's important to think about what is optimal, not just necessary, when it comes to our health. Rachel shares her recent experience of going to the doctor and her thoughts about it. Join Rachel's weekly newsletter: https://www.metflexlife.com/newsletter Rachel Gregory is a Board-Certified Nutritionist, Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Podcaster, and founder of MetFlex ...
Sep 27, 2022•5 min•Ep. 120
To learn more about The Flex Fam Membership, visit https://theflexfam.com/ Join Rachel's weekly newsletter: https://www.metflexlife.com/newsletter The hardest part of a weight loss journey generally isn't the body fat loss phase, it's the maintenance phase. If you're trying to move from tracking your food to a more intuitive eating approach while in the maintenance phase, try doing it in stages so that you still have an awareness about what you're consuming. Rachel Gregory is a Board-Certified N...
Sep 21, 2022•5 min•Ep. 119
To learn more about The Flex Fam Membership, visit https://theflexfam.com/ Join Rachel's weekly newsletter: https://www.metflexlife.com/newsletter Strategically incorporating carbs, reducing overall stressors, and eating enough food to see the results you want can greatly improve the quality of your life and improve your training. Rachel Gregory is a Board-Certified Nutritionist, Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Podcaster, and founder of MetFlex Life. She is also the author of the internati...
Sep 20, 2022•4 min•Ep. 118
To learn more about The Flex Fam Membership, visit https://www.metflexlife.com/theflexfam Join Rachel's weekly newsletter: https://www.metflexlife.com/newsletter An individualized approach is always best when it comes to choosing the right diet. For a lot of people, following a keto diet and doing high-intensity training isn't always a good fit, because both of these things can just be added stressors. Rachel Gregory is a Board-Certified Nutritionist, Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Podcas...
Sep 19, 2022•5 min•Ep. 117
To learn more about The Flex Fam Membership, visit https://theflexfam.com/ Join Rachel's weekly newsletter: https://www.metflexlife.com/newsletter Most people are severely under-eating protein and not reaping the benefits from all of the work they're doing. I go over general protein recommendations, the importance of eating enough, and what foods to focus on to get an adequate amount of protein. Rachel Gregory is a Board-Certified Nutritionist, Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Podcaster, an...
Sep 16, 2022•3 min•Ep. 116
To learn more about The Flex Fam Membership, visit https://theflexfam.com/ Join Rachel's weekly newsletter: https://www.metflexlife.com/newsletter What your primary goal is should guide what your nutrition looks like. There are a few general recommendations, but everyone needs an individualized approach. Rachel Gregory is a Board-Certified Nutritionist, Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Podcaster, and founder of MetFlex Life. She is also the author of the international best-selling book, " 2...
Sep 14, 2022•7 min•Ep. 115
To learn more about The Flex Fam Membership, visit https://theflexfam.com/ Join Rachel's weekly newsletter: https://www.metflexlife.com/newsletter There are a few general macro recommendations I make for most people, but everyone is different depending on what their lifestyle looks like. Rachel Gregory is a Board-Certified Nutritionist, Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Podcaster, and founder of MetFlex Life. She is also the author of the international best-selling book, " 21-Day Ketogenic D...
Sep 13, 2022•2 min•Ep. 114
To learn more about The Flex Fam Membership, visit https://theflexfam.com/ Join Rachel's weekly newsletter: https://www.metflexlife.com/newsletter One of the easiest ways to set yourself up for success when it comes to nutrition, is to take a look at your environment and take note of what might be causing you to fail. By keeping hyper-palatable foods out of reach and keeping meals simple, you're one step closer to reaching your goals. Rachel Gregory is a Board-Certified Nutritionist, Strength an...
Sep 12, 2022•3 min•Ep. 113
To learn more about The Flex Fam Membership, visit https://theflexfam.com/ Join Rachel's weekly newsletter: https://www.metflexlife.com/newsletter The way you distribute your macronutrients (protein, fat, carbs) can immensely impact your training performance and recovery. What does your diet look like throughout the day? Rachel Gregory is a Board-Certified Nutritionist, Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Podcaster, and founder of MetFlex Life. She is also the author of the international best-...
Sep 09, 2022•6 min•Ep. 112
To learn more about The Flex Fam Membership, visit https://theflexfam.com/ Join Rachel's weekly newsletter: https://www.metflexlife.com/newsletter Getting enough protein, strategically incorporating your carbs, and planning your meal timing are all going to be super important for optimally recovering from your workouts. Rachel Gregory is a Board-Certified Nutritionist, Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Podcaster, and founder of MetFlex Life. She is also the author of the international best-s...
Sep 07, 2022•4 min•Ep. 111
To learn more about The Flex Fam Membership, visit https://theflexfam.com/ Join Rachel's weekly newsletter: https://www.metflexlife.com/newsletter I don't recommend supplementing with ketones for the most part because there is a whole host of other, more important things to be focused on when doing a ketogenic diet. They can be helpful, but you're not going to get the results you want just from supplementation. Rachel Gregory is a Board-Certified Nutritionist, Strength and Conditioning Specialis...
Sep 06, 2022•5 min•Ep. 110
To learn more about The Flex Fam Membership, visit https://theflexfam.com/ Join Rachel's weekly newsletter: https://www.metflexlife.com/newsletter You might not be eating enough protein, adding unneeded stressors to your body, or choosing a diet that isn't the right fit for you. Rachel Gregory is a Board-Certified Nutritionist, Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Podcaster, and founder of MetFlex Life. She is also the author of the international best-selling book, " 21-Day Ketogenic Diet Weigh...
Sep 05, 2022•4 min•Ep. 109
To learn more about The Flex Fam Membership, visit https://theflexfam.com/ Join Rachel's weekly newsletter: https://www.metflexlife.com/newsletter Everyone is coming a different place when choosing a diet plan, and it should be approached at an individual level no matter what. There are certain situations in which a low-carb or higher-carb diet can be beneficial, but it just depends. Rachel Gregory is a Board-Certified Nutritionist, Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Podcaster, and founder of...
Sep 02, 2022•4 min•Ep. 108
To learn more about The Flex Fam Membership, visit https://theflexfam.com/ Join Rachel's weekly newsletter: https://www.metflexlife.com/newsletter Depending on where you're coming from and how much stress you're experiencing, it might be advantageous to either implement a keto diet or start reintroducing carbs again. Rachel Gregory is a Board-Certified Nutritionist, Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Podcaster, and founder of MetFlex Life. She is also the author of the international best-sell...
Aug 31, 2022•4 min•Ep. 107
To learn more about The Flex Fam Membership, visit https://theflexfam.com/ Join Rachel's weekly newsletter: https://www.metflexlife.com/newsletter Nutrition is different for everyone. What works for someone else, might not work for you. Finding a balance between what you can adhere to and what works for you over the long-term is key. Rachel Gregory is a Board-Certified Nutritionist, Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Podcaster, and founder of MetFlex Life. She is also the author of the intern...
Aug 30, 2022•3 min•Ep. 106
To learn more about The Flex Fam Membership, visit https://theflexfam.com/ Join Rachel's weekly newsletter: https://www.metflexlife.com/newsletter Most females I work with are undereating, struggle with finding a diet that works for their performance and recovery, and fueling appropriately. Finding a coach can help give you a new perspective and make a change. Rachel Gregory is a Board-Certified Nutritionist, Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Podcaster, and founder of MetFlex Life. She is al...
Aug 29, 2022•4 min•Ep. 105
To learn more about The Flex Fam Membership, visit https://theflexfam.com/ Join Rachel's weekly newsletter: https://www.metflexlife.com/newsletter If you've been on a long-term keto diet, it's possible that you're suffering from metabolic inflexibility. There's a way to find balance between being able to tap into ketones for fuel and being able to utilize carbs for fuel when it's needed. Rachel Gregory is a Board-Certified Nutritionist, Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Podcaster, and founde...
Aug 26, 2022•5 min•Ep. 104
To learn more about The Flex Fam Membership, visit https://theflexfam.com/ Join Rachel's weekly newsletter: https://www.metflexlife.com/newsletter Emphasizing whole foods for nutrition and training can help you get the overall health, wellbeing, and body that you want. Rachel Gregory is a Board-Certified Nutritionist, Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Podcaster, and founder of MetFlex Life. She is also the author of the international best-selling book, " 21-Day Ketogenic Diet Weight Loss Cha...
Aug 24, 2022•3 min•Ep. 103
To learn more about The Flex Fam Membership, visit https://theflexfam.com/ Join Rachel's weekly newsletter: https://www.metflexlife.com/newsletter Most people either overestimate or underestimate the amount of food they're eating. Even if only for a period of time, it's important to have some sort of awareness of what you're eating on a daily basis. Rachel Gregory is a Board-Certified Nutritionist, Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Podcaster, and founder of MetFlex Life. She is also the auth...
Aug 23, 2022•4 min•Ep. 102
To learn more about The Flex Fam Membership, visit https://theflexfam.com/ Join Rachel's weekly newsletter: https://www.metflexlife.com/newsletter Learn a little bit about my journey, and how I might be able to help you achieve whatever fat loss, muscle gain, or other body recomposition goals you might have. Rachel Gregory is a Board-Certified Nutritionist, Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Podcaster, and founder of MetFlex Life. She is also the author of the international best-selling book,...
Aug 22, 2022•6 min•Ep. 101
To learn more about The Flex Fam Membership, visit https://theflexfam.com/ Join Rachel's weekly newsletter: https://www.metflexlife.com/newsletter When you don't eat certain foods for long periods of time, whether it be fats/ketones or carbs/sugars, specific digestive enzymes can go dormant, causing your body not to be able to process those foods properly. The magic of metabolic flexibility is being able to use whatever fuel sources are available at the time and being able to switch back and for...
Aug 19, 2022•4 min•Ep. 100
To learn more about The Flex Fam Membership, visit https://theflexfam.com/ Join Rachel's weekly newsletter: https://www.metflexlife.com/newsletter There are so many benefits to following a keto diet, but for me it wasn't a good fit long-term when it came to reaching the goals that I had. I often work with women who struggle with similar issues, and because of this, I'm so passionate about the topic of metabolic flexibility. Rachel Gregory is a Board-Certified Nutritionist, Strength and Condition...
Aug 17, 2022•4 min•Ep. 99
To learn more about The Flex Fam Membership, visit https://theflexfam.com/ Join Rachel's weekly newsletter: https://www.metflexlife.com/newsletter If you want to intuitively eat, it's important to choose whole foods that have either grown from the earth or had a face at some point. I prefer tracking my food because I know for a fact exactly what I'm eating without question. There are benefits to both, you just have to find what works for you. Rachel Gregory is a Board-Certified Nutritionist, Str...
Aug 16, 2022•4 min•Ep. 98
To learn more about The Flex Fam Membership, visit https://theflexfam.com/ Join Rachel's weekly newsletter: https://www.metflexlife.com/newsletter Here are some practical tips for making meals as simple as possible to help you sustain a healthy diet over time. Rachel Gregory is a Board-Certified Nutritionist, Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Podcaster, and founder of MetFlex Life. She is also the author of the international best-selling book, " 21-Day Ketogenic Diet Weight Loss Challenge. "...
Aug 15, 2022•4 min•Ep. 97
To learn more about The Flex Fam Membership, visit https://theflexfam.com/ Join Rachel's weekly newsletter: https://www.metflexlife.com/newsletter What you do on a daily basis and what your goals are should dictate what your nutrition looks like. Finding a balance of what you enjoy, what you can stick to, and what you need is key to success. Rachel Gregory is a Board-Certified Nutritionist, Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Podcaster, and founder of MetFlex Life. She is also the author of th...
Aug 12, 2022•3 min•Ep. 96
To learn more about The Flex Fam Membership, visit https://theflexfam.com/ Join Rachel's weekly newsletter: https://www.metflexlife.com/newsletter If you want to look toned, you have to build muscle. For women, this process can be challenging because the scale may temporarily go up, but by always restricting food, you're not going to achieve the physique you want. Rachel Gregory is a Board-Certified Nutritionist, Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Podcaster, and founder of MetFlex Life. She i...
Aug 10, 2022•2 min•Ep. 95
To learn more about The Flex Fam Membership, visit https://theflexfam.com/ Join Rachel's weekly newsletter: https://www.metflexlife.com/newsletter I went through my own transformation years ago and regularly bring clients through their own process and emphasize the importance of stress management, sleep quality/quantity, and recovery. We use several metrics for body recomp such as scale weight, body tape measurements, and progress pictures. Rachel Gregory is a Board-Certified Nutritionist, Stren...
Aug 09, 2022•4 min•Ep. 94
