Sharing some of my top remote work tips since I’ve worked at home for so many years now. I know quite a few of you work remote, too, so please share your top producivity tips or hacks in the comments!

Hi friends! I hope that you’re doing well and enjoying the day. I have a podcast interview this morning and we have the usual homeschool/dance/basketball fun today.

Today, I wanted to chat a little bit about working from home and brainstrom some tips with you all.

OG reader friends are familiar with this story, but I started the blog when we were living in Valdosta, GA. I had just started working as a personal trainer and leaving the retail management world, and it ended up growing into something I never could have imagined. I LOVE being able to connect with all of you, and every single day, I’m so thankful for the freedom to work and earn an income from home while being able to be here for the kids.

I know that many friends out there aslo run a business from home, or work remotely. It’s kind of become the “new normal” and I love that it’s an option. Since the pandemic, the way we think about work has completely shifted: home offices replaced cubicles, video chats replaced conference rooms, and coffee shops became the new coworking hubs. And honestly? It comes with a ton of benefits: convenience, flexibility, fewer commutes, and often a better shot at real work life balance.

But here’s the truth: remote work or working from home isn’t always easy. Without the right strategies, it can feel isolating, overwhelming, or even unproductive.

Today, I wanted to share some of my favorite remote work tips that will help you live your best work life, whether you’re at home, an office, or a coffee shop.

Remote Work Tips

I think that understanding what remote work really means is key. It’s not just working in your pajamas or answering phone calls from the couch. It’s about designing systems, routines, and habits that keep you productive, connected, and fulfilled.

These tips for working remotely are meant to help you not just “get by,” but actually succeed, grow, and enjoy your work from home setup. I also wanted to include tips for my friends that work virtually for a company, because working for yourself is a different beast. (If you’d like me to do more behind-the-scenes blog posts, I’d be happy to do that, too!)

What Does Remote Work Mean?

At its core, remote work means performing your job outside of a traditional office. That might mean setting up a home office, working from a coffee shop, or even doing your job while traveling. Unlike conventional jobs, there’s no water cooler chat, no morning commute, and no boss walking past your desk every 20 minutes.

The biggest difference? Freedom and responsibility. You have more say over your working hours, your work space, and your daily rhythm, but you also need discipline and creativity to stay focused.

Remote work isn’t just a perk anymore; it’s a completely new way of structuring both work and life.

How To Make Remote Work Suc

Sharing some of my go-to meal prep ideas for kids, especially as we’re in the back to school season. We’ve also made a mission to reduce packaged snacks, but I still stock up on pantry essentials and faves from Thrive Market. <— my link gets you 40% off your first order

Hi friends! How are you? I hope that you’re enjoying the week so far. We’re finding our new routine with the homeschool situation + Liv is taking a break from dance (I’m admittedly a little sad, but definitely don’t miss driving 30 minutes there and back twice a day). Now that we’re on the go and packing lunches again, there are a couple of things I’ve tried to do differently.

Meal prep for kids and reducing packaged snacks

– Meal prep a ton.

It’s so helpful to have a fridge full of healthy staples for snacks and meals.

Here are some of the things I’ve been making each week:

– Fruit prep. If there’s fruit, ready to go in the fridge, they will absolutely eat it instead of grabbing a bar or packaged treat. Melons are in season and so good right now, so lately I’ve been picking up a couple of different melons (the kids especially love Piel de Sapo and golden watermelon) and chopping them to store in glass containers. I also soak berries in water and vinegar for 2-5 minutes (1 part vinegar to 3 parts water), rinse, and let them dry completely. Then I put paper towels in the bottom of a glass container with a lid. They last so much longer this way! We usually do a mix of berries: strawberries, raspberries, blackberries and blueberries. I also soak grapes and plums in water + vinegar for about 15 minutes, dry, and store in an open glass bowl in the fridge. The kids will just grab handfuls of grapes throughout the day and I love that we’re all eating more fruit!

– Energy bites. I have quite a few different recipes here on the blog (like these!) but a favorite is equal parts cashews and pitted dates, cinnamon, a little salt, vanilla extract and a drizzle of maple syrup.

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Sharing some of my go-to functional labs for moms over 30.

Hi friends! How are you? What are you up to this morning? I have a couple of calls today, a workout, and a podcast interview this afternoon.

For today, let’s chat about one of my favorite topics: functional labs. (Friendly reminder that this post is not medical advice. I’m not a doctor, and these are just some of my favorite labs to run with clients. Before making any health changes, reach out to your doctor.)

What are functional labs?

Functional labs go beyond the standard blood work you typically get at your doctor’s office. While conventional labs look for disease states or out-of-range markers, functional testing is designed to assess how well your body is functioning before things go wrong. These labs can uncover underlying imbalances in hormones, minerals, gut health, detox pathways, and more; often before symptoms become more serious.

Unlike standard testing, functional labs often use non-traditional samples like saliva, urine, stool, or hair (instead of, or in addition to blood). This allows for a more detailed view of what’s happening at the cellular and metabolic level. For example, a Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) can show mineral imbalances and heavy metal toxicity, and a salivary cortisol test can map out your stress response throughout the day –  things you won’t typically see on a routine blood panel.

These tests are incredibly valuable for creating targeted protocols that support healing at the root cause, rather than just managing symptoms. They can also be completed at home, which makes them super accessible.

Functional labs for moms over 30

If you’re a woman over 30 and feel like your body isn’t responding the way it used to – your energy’s off, your sleep is inconsistent, your workouts aren’t working, and your mood feels like a rollercoaster – it’s not in your head. It might be time to look under the hood!

Functional lab testing is one of the most empowering things you can do for your health. Instead of guessing which supplements to take or diets to try, testing gives you data. It gives you clarity. It tells us where your body is out of balance, and more importantly, what we can do about it.

(It’s worth mentioning here that these tests do not look for diseases and are not used to diagnose illness. Instead, they look at deficiencies and toxicities so you can work to bring the body back to balance.)

These are the core functional tests I recommend for many of my mom friend clients over 30. These can be especially helpful if you’re in your 30s, 40s, or beyond, and want to get ahead of symptoms like:

Hormonal imbalances

Fatigue and burnout

Weight gain (despite doing “all the right things”)

Mood swings or anxiety

Trouble sleeping

Gut issues and bloating

Hair loss or skin changes

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Sharing some of my favorite products for a healthy sleep stack. As always, talk with a doctor before making any changes to your health or wellness routine. This post is not medical advice.

Hi friends! How are you? I hope that you’re having a wonderful morning. I have a podcast interview today and am looking forward to taking a yoga class with Liv later.

For today’s post, let’s chat about one of my all-time favorite topics: sleep!!

(It’s one of Mazer’s favorite topics, as well)

If there’s one thing I’ve learned on my own wellness journey, and after helping hundreds of women rebalance their bodies, it’s this: you can’t out-supplement poor sleep. Also, what you do in the morning and during the day will impact your sleep quality!

We all know how terrible it feels to toss and turn all night… and how hard it is to feel like yourself the next day. Mood swings, cravings, sluggish workouts, hormone imbalances, and even gut issues can stem from poor quality sleep. When I don’t sleep, I feel like my whole world has come crashing to the ground. Take away my sleep, you take away everything. (I think this is one of the biggest reasons why postpartum was such a struggle for me.)

Over the years, I’ve tried many approaches to improve my sleep, from meditation to blackout curtains. While those all help, I’ve found that a few key tools consistently make the biggest difference. This is my current go-to healthy sleep stack that I use as part of my nighttime routine.

As always, please check with your doctor before starting any new supplements or products, especially if you’re on medications or managing a health condition. This is simply what works for me and many of my clients. 

My Healthy Sleep Stack: What I Use for Deep, Restorative Rest

What’s in My Healthy Sleep Stack?

1. Adrenal Soothe from EquiLife

Chronic stress is one of the most common sleep disruptors, and most women over 35 are dealing with some degree of it, whether they realize it or not. Adrenal Soothe is a blend of targeted adaptogens including ashwagandha and phosphatidylserine that can help reduce nighttime cortisol levels. This can lead to deeper rest and more consistent energy during the day.

Sharing some of the strategies I’ve tried to keep in our lives after our trip.

Hi friends! How are you? How was the weekend? I hope that you had a great one! We celebrated my nana’s bday, the Pilot was home from a trip, I taught a barre class, and met up with a friend for brunch. We also got some monsoon rain, which is always a little treat.

For today’s post, I wanted to chat a bit about our trip, my perspective since we’ve been back, and some of the strategies I’ve tried to maintain. As you guys know, we LOVE to travel. I feel like it’s the most fufilling way for us to spend the money we’ve earned – on experiences – and it gives us a chance to be away from the hustle and bustle and enjoy time as a family (or as a couple). Travel always gives me perspective and helps me to remember what actually fuels my energy and joy… and what doesn’t. 

While we were in Spain, we were able to take our time and genuinely enjoy each day. I’ve really tried to keep some of the things that I loved so much about our trip (you know, besides the epic sights, culture and food…) and put them into a little list. It’s not really about “vacation mode” forever, but rather what the trip reminded me matters most.

strategies I want to keep after our trip

1. Walk as Much as Possible

We walked miles daily, not even trying, and movement felt natural and refreshing – not forced. While it’s a little more challenging here, I’m still trying to recreate this a bit at home with walks after dinner, walking during meetings, and walking Maisey when the rain has cooled things down a bit.

It’s funny because Tucson is NOT a walking-friendly city. Everything is far, it’s a million degrees, and if you’re outside walking, most people will assume your car broke down, unless you’re in a neighborhood or walking path. It’s definitely the peak of summer, so I’ve been using my lil walking pad throughout the day. In Spain, I’d EASILY hit 20k steps per day, and I have to be intentional to hit 10k here.

2. Cook From Scratch (and Choose Places That Do the Same)