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DAOFitLife Update – Week of July 21

Lili Kazemi July 20, 2021

This week, I am going to focus on summer snacks! Given how hot it is outside, I think sometimes we just want to have a satisfying snack rather than a whole sit-down meal in the middle of the day. RECIPES AVAILABLE HERE Customizable DAOFitlife Meal Plan and Grocery List Links Customizable DAOFitlife Meal Plan and Grocery List Template Google Sheet Downloadable DAOFitlife Meal Plan and Grocery List Template Excel Document Printable DAOFitlife Meal Plan and Grocery List Template PDF Exercise Template Links Customizable DAOFitLife Exercise Plan Google Sheet Template Downloadable DAOFitLife Exercise Plan Excel Document Printable DAOFitlife Exercise Plan PDF…

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Why cortisol can mess with you and how to stop it

Lili Kazemi July 20, 2021

Cortisol is like the evil stepsister of collagen, which I write about in my other post. More is not better and can sabotage our well-being. So let’s see how cortisol affects us, and what you can do to keep it at bay.

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Can collagen turn back the clock?

Lili Kazemi July 20, 2021

Here is my roundup and guide to everythnig you need to know about collagen – how to take it, why it can potentially make your skin and hair on fleek, and what you can do to preserve your natural supply.

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The DAO of Fitness on Vacations

Lili Kazemi July 13, 2021

How do you take your well deserved vacation and still stay on track for your fitness goals? The DAO guide follows.

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DAOFitLife Update – Week of July 14

Lili Kazemi July 13, 2021

Every week, I post a weekly roundup of new finds – recipes, shows, videos. Be sure to check out the DAOFitLife Youtube Playlist for a curated list of fitness-related videos you can watch while doing cardio.

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The DAO of getting things done

Lili Kazemi July 7, 2021

Do you wear a lot of hats at your job? Have a lot of small details you worry about constantly? Start a lot of projects, but can’t seem to finish them?

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Can you get too much protein?

Lili Kazemi July 7, 2021

If macros were Hadids, protein would be the Gigi and carbs would be the Bella. Or, if you are in a different demographic, protein would be the Marsha and carbs would be the Jan. It’s always protein, protein, protein. Carbs are just the overlooked or underappreciated middle child. Even the ugly duckling.

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Week of July 7 -DAOFitLife update

Lili Kazemi July 6, 2021

This week, I talk about what I am obsessed with, from morning collagen Matcha to fitness themed shows and good workout soundtracks. What I’m obsessed with this week Foodwise, I am obsessed with my “powerhouse” matcha collagen blend. I mix Vital Proteins Matcha Collagen Latte, 1 cup of almond milk, a pouch of Golive prebiotic/ probiotic, and 2 scoops of Green Superfoods Alkalize and Detox. This is getting too quickly to be a go-to breakfast drink this summer. It goes really well with my nut butter and toast combo, making sure I get the extra protein and veggies. The green…

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Costco and Safeway shopping lists

Lili Kazemi June 30, 2021

The finds you can find when you go to the larger grocery and wholesale stores can change your whole nutrition game. You know how in my Little Black Dress post I talk about having staples that are always around and available for a quick prep. Also, there are lots of long overdue parties – and where do YOU go to stock up on food and booze? And you definitely need a game plan, so let me give you my golden finds for both party and selfie food. This post is dedicated to the top finds at two of the most…

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Week of June 30 – DAO Meal and Exercise Plan Update

Lili Kazemi June 30, 2021

This week, I have completed my shopping list collection for now with my Safeway and Costco guide. One way I love to get NEAT in is to grocery shop in person (no delivery, not online). I love to make it a family or a friend affair. It’s a type of meditation, too, if you do it alone. Mindful shopping is actually a thing. You can zone out and zen out exploring the aisles, you don’t need your phone for any reason, and it’s your time to just.get what you need and maybe some fun new additions you didn’t plan on. …

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The DAO of Abs*

Lili Kazemi June 30, 2021

So let me ask you some questions. How many articles do you see that say, get a six-pack in 30 days? How many people do you see on the stretch mats on the gym doing a bajillion crunches, or flailing around doing some painful looking twisting exercise. Are you that person? It’s ok, your secret is safe with me. I was that person. The fitness industry gaslighting is fierce, y’all. Let’s start by debunking some of this click-bait. First of all, did you know you have a six-pack already? Those are the muscles in the rectus abdominis, but only a…

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Saboteur series VIII: Nighttime snacking

Lili Kazemi June 22, 2021

Nighttime snacking is probably the number one question I get from my fellow #fitprofessional peers- and I understand because I am in the same boat as you all. Every day is like a marathon, we are scrambling to get things done until 7 or 8, AND make dinner AND finish the laundry AND figure out what the heck is going on the next day. When we finally put those dishes in the washer and flop down on the couch to watch a bit of the tube before bed, munching on a treat while doing so sounds really appealing. So how…

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Week of June 23rd – DAOFitLife Meal and Exercise update (neck pain, pre-workouts, and salad ideas)

Lili Kazemi June 22, 2021

Every week, I post a weekly roundup of new finds – recipes, shows, videos. Be sure to check out the DAOFitLife Youtube Playlist for a curateed list of fitness-related videos you can watch while doing cardio. RECIPES AVAILABLE HERE Customizable DAOFitlife Meal Plan and Grocery List Links Customizable DAOFitlife Meal Plan and Grocery List Template Google Sheet Downloadable DAOFitlife Meal Plan and Grocery List Template Excel Document Printable DAOFitlife Meal Plan and Grocery List Template PDF Exercise Template Links Customizable DAOFitLife Exercise Plan Google Sheet Template Downloadable DAOFitLife Exercise Plan Excel Document Printable DAOFitlife Exercise Plan PDF DAOFitLife Exercise Update…

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The DAO of group fitness classes

Lili Kazemi June 22, 2021

As we come out of the COVID fog and start reintegrating back with our family, friends, and workplaces, the idea of returning to live fitness can seem extra. Now that we know there could be people spying on you in your house from your fitness devices, however, it could be a good time to consider man (or woman) over machine. Even more so, group fitness can be a great way to reintegrate with our communities. It’s intentional to go to a yoga or bootcamp class, but the spontaneous relationships we can form present an opportunity to expand our networks. The…

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What a dietitian says about the reality of sugar addiction

Lili Kazemi June 14, 2021

Have you every heard anyone compare sugar to cocaine for the brain? I have been thinking lately about how much the media, armchair doctors, and society in general is demonizing sugar.. One major contention is that it is “addictive” in the same way substances like drugs and alcohol are. Is it true? Read on to find out.

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The DAO of Fancy Water, by personality type

Lili Kazemi June 14, 2021

Have you ever had this happen to you – you go to a restaurant with a group of people, and the waiter comes around with a pitcher dripping with condensed iced tap water filling your glasses up. Then he/she asks if you would like anything else to drink, or are interested in still or sparkling water. That moment where everyone locks gazes in the ultimate awkward moment – do you stick with the tap or order the fancy water? Usually the person picking up the check decides.

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Week of June 16 – DAOFitLife Meal and Exercise plan

Lili Kazemi June 13, 2021

This week, I have some new products to introduce! Plus, the beginning of my journey into a 5-day lifting routine. RECIPES AVAILABLE HERE (UPDATED FOR WEEK OF June 16) Customizable DAOFitlife Meal Plan and Grocery List Links– Week 15 Customizable DAOFitlife Meal Plan and Grocery List Template Google Sheet Downloadable DAOFitlife Meal Plan and Grocery List Template Excel Document Printable DAOFitlife Meal Plan and Grocery List Template PDF DAOFitlife Exercise Plan – Week 15 Exercise Template Links Customizable DAOFitLife Exercise Plan Google Sheet Template Downloadable DAOFitLife Exercise Plan Excel Document Printable DAOFitlife Exercise Plan PDF Meal plan – nut butter crepes…

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The DAO of Metrics Part II: Calculating macros

Lili Kazemi June 12, 2021

In my previous post on the roadmap to intuitive eating, I explained that calorie and macro counting can also be tools in the toolbox of understainding nutrition goals. In this post, I will explain two of these core methodologies: calories in, calories out (CICO) and If it fits your macros. (IIFYM).

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The DAO guide to Intuitive Eating

Lili Kazemi June 8, 2021

When I first heard of intuitive eating, I dismissed it as some hippie-dippie excuse to indulge a lack of willpower. When I bypassed my inner judge and listened to what dietitians had to say, I have gotten more curious. The more I see, the more I think that this could be a new chapter in my fitness journey. This post will explain what is “intuitive eating” and the resources you can access to explore it on your own.

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[solidcore] explained

Lili Kazemi June 7, 2021

Commonly referred to as “Pilates on Steroids,” [solidcore] is a cult favorite you may only hear of through word of mouth. This post explains [solidcore] – what to expect, how to get the best out of class, and why it’s become a must try workout.

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