top of page
Blog / random thoughts
ALL THE POSTINGS
Explore all my random thoughts/blog posts in one place — simple tips, mindful practices, and real-life strategies to support your journey.


Bulk Food Prepping: The Secret Weapon for Staying on Track (Without Living in the Kitchen)
Feeling “off track” with nutrition more often than you’d like? Bulk food prepping might be the simplest solution you’re overlooking. Learn how prepping just a few basics each week can save time, reduce stress, and help you stay consistent with your fitness goals, without spending your life in the kitchen.

Stephanie McKibban
Jan 103 min read


I’ve Been Hip Thrusting for Years… Where Are My Glutes?!
You’ve been hip thrusting for years.
Heavy. Consistent. Unapologetic.
So why don’t your glutes look like the internet promised?
Dive into truths nobody wants to hear about glute growth including genetics, progressive overload, smart programming, and why strong glutes matter even if they don’t break the algorithm. Equal parts education, honesty, and humor for anyone who’s ever side-checked the mirror after leg day.

Stephanie McKibban
Jan 33 min read


The Mental Shift Nobody Talks About
Transitioning from lifestyle goals to the stage isn’t just physical. It’s a mental shift that can strengthen confidence while challenging it at the same time.
Let’s talk about the mental shift nobody warns you about when lifestyle clients start thinking about competing.

Stephanie McKibban
Jan 23 min read


Menopause: When Your Body Changes the Rules Without Telling You
Hot flashes, bad sleep, low energy, and a body that suddenly feels unfamiliar? Menopause can feel chaotic, but you’re not broken. Learn how nutrition and the right coaching approach can help you manage symptoms, feel better in your body, and regain control during perimenopause and beyond.

Stephanie McKibban
Jan 13 min read


Failing Forward: Why “Messing Up” Is Often the Fastest Path to Progress
Progress doesn’t come from being perfect. It comes from learning what to do when things don’t go as planned. From travel mishaps to nights out, failure often becomes the most powerful teacher. Discover why those moments may be exactly what helps you move forward faster—with the right support along the way.

Stephanie McKibban
Jan 13 min read


The Power of Patience and Slow, Sustainable Change
If extreme diets and all-or-nothing workouts have left you burned out, this is for you. Sustainable change isn’t flashy, but it works. Here’s why slower progress leads to stronger, longer-lasting results.

Stephanie McKibban
Dec 12, 20253 min read


Why Online Personalized Coaching Works When One-Size-Fits-All Doesn’t
Online personalized coaching replaces one-size-fits-all plans with strategies built for your body and your life. Learn how individualized support, flexibility, and consistency create results you can maintain.

Stephanie McKibban
Dec 1, 20254 min read


Mindful/Intuitive Eating: Building Confidence Beyond Food Tracking
Tracking is a great tool and teaches awareness, but confidence is the goal. This post explores how mindful and intuitive eating help you build trust with your body, reduce stress around food, and stay consistent, even when life gets busy and plans aren’t perfect.

Stephanie McKibban
Dec 1, 20254 min read
bottom of page
