I’ve been feeling the need for a reset. Between summer travel and living in local Airbnbs during a house remodel, I’ve never been more out of my routine!

So I’m doing what I call my “10-Day Reset” right now.

Not out of guilt for everything I ate that was completely outside of my healthy norm.

Not to punish my body, cut calories, or lose weight…

But simply to get back to some of the basics that I know make me feel good in my body.

It’s often not about doing more but returning to the foundational things that – by the way – cost nothing extra to implement.

Why “getting back on track” often becomes too complicated

 We often tell ourselves…
“I’ll start Monday…”
“I need to do a bunch of prep.”
“I need to buy a bunch of supplements.”
“I need to clear my social calendar.”
“I need to exercise every day.”

But life happens and inevitably something will get in the way.

And when we miss just one of those things, we tend to throw the whole plan out of the window.

But supporting your health doesn’t need to be all or nothing!

What I’m focusing on for 10 days

Nutrient Dense Whole Foods –

I’m simplifying meals, mostly cooking for myself and leaning into single-ingredient foods. Think sweet potatoes, salmon, eggs, grass-fed beef, bone broth, and a mix of colorful veggies.

Foods your great-great-grandparents would recognize.

Adequate Protein –

We’ve all heard a lot lately about the importance of protein. It supports satiety, helps maintain muscle, supports recovery, and provides amino acids needed for many processes throughout the body.

Because I’m very active and in midlife, I personally aim for around 1 gram per pound of ideal body weight. For me, that’s around 145 grams/day.

Plenty of leafy greens –

Greens provide fiber, minerals like magnesium, phytonutrients, B-vitamins, and more.

Get in a variety and eat some cooked and some raw. They all have something slightly different to offer your body.

Hydration –

It is HOT in the Midwest right now, and hydration supports energy, digestion, and regular elimination.

Depending on your needs and activity level, you may also benefit from replacing electrolytes and minerals—especially if you’re sweating a lot.

You might use a quality electrolyte or add a small pinch of sea salt to some of your water. My current obsession is Beam Minerals. I’ve personally enjoyed using their fulvic and humic mineral products over the past few months. (Use code DAILY20 for 20% off your order.)

Bone Broth –

Did you know that a cup of bone broth can contain around 8–10 grams of protein, depending on the brand or recipe?

It also provides collagen and gelatin, along with minerals and amino acids. I love it as a simple addition to meals or something to sip on its own.

Paleo – for me, right now

I’m also mostly following a paleo approach. I have decided to cut grains, but I’m keeping beans and legumes for fiber.

This is not to say that you need to do the same, it’s just an approach that I know makes me feel good.

So take what works for you – just like I am with the legumes! 😊

You don’t have to do what I’m doing

I have a couple of former clients joining me on the journey, and you know what?

They’ve picked what THEY want to work on.

You don’t need to do this whole list.

One is focusing on cutting out dairy, hitting her protein goal, and eating more veggies.

The other is focusing on eating more leafy greens, choosing more whole foods, and drinking more water.

They both noted that they feel better when they do these things – and they love the accountability of a group effort.

Sometimes trying to do the whole thing can actually sabotages your efforts! Pick something that feels like a challenge, but not overwhelming.

If you know that you barely drink water all day -> start here

If your breakfast only has 8 grams of protein -> work on upping your protein at breakfast

If you rely too much on packaged foods or eating out -> cook one whole-food meal each day

The starting point should reflect what YOU need.

Why small changes can be more powerful than the “perfect plan”

You don’t need 10 new habits to begin creating momentum.

Just 1 small change that you constantly repeat can creates value – and build confidence that you can actually stick with it.

Short-term structure can also be really valuable. But to be clear: restriction without intention, or as a way to punish yourself for going “off the rails,” isn’t the goal.

Instead, use these 10 days as a short period of time to be intentional again and notice which habits truly help you feel your best.

At the end of the 10 days, I invite you to reflect:

• What do you want to do 80% of the time but flex on for special occasions?
• What habits made you feel better?
• What was easy to maintain?
• What was difficult?
• What do you want to carry forward?
• What do you want to do 80% of the time but flex on for special occasions?

Back to basics

There will always be another new diet craze, biohack, supplement, or trend promising to be THE thing that makes you feel better.

But most of the time, your body will respond better to a simple and doable approach.

Try starting with something that’s free – giving your body the basics.

Then, maybe you try the new thing.

Or maybe you realize that what you really needed was a simpler approach and a period of tuning in.

Your body is always whispering to you…but are you listening?

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Not sure where you should start?

If you know you want to feel better but aren’t sure which changes actually make sense for you, that’s exactly the kind of conversation I love having.

During a complimentary Discovery Call, we can talk about what’s been going on, what you’ve already tried, and whether working together might be the right next step.

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This is not medical advice and not intended to treat or cure any disease or affliction. Please consult your medical professional before utilizing the techniques and tools listed above.

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