Metabolism After 30: What No One Tells You but I do

Hi, it’s vanniya again ☀️ okay this one’s kinda personal (and kinda science-y too) because… turning 30 changed my body in sneaky ways. if you’re over 30 and wondering why weight loss feels harder even when you’re eating “healt…

Why You're Not Losing Weight (Even When You Think You're Doing Everything Right)

hi friend, can I be honest with you? there was a time I was eating healthy, working out five times a week, even skipping desserts (which is basically heartbreak for me 😅)... and the scale wouldn’t budge. if you’ve been w…

Morning Habits That Burn Fat All Day (Without Extreme Workouts)

Hi friend, If you’ve ever rolled out of bed feeling like a sleepy burrito and wondering why you’re not seeing results — let me tell you something that changed my fitness game big time: Your morning habits matter more than y…

The Real Reason You’re Not Losing Weight (It’s Not Just the Food)

Hi again, friend. Let’s get real — you’ve been eating clean, hitting workouts, skipping the random snack attacks... but the scale? Still not budging. I’ve been there. More than once. 😅 Before you panic and cut carbs foreve…

Gym Girl Diaries #4: My Favorite Coffee Shop & Solo Days

Hi, friend! So today... I found myself in my favorite coffee shop again. You know the one — it’s that place where the coffee smells like heaven and the vibe is just... perfect. There’s something about it that makes me feel li…

What I Wish More Girls Knew About Losing Belly Fat (And Why I Don’t Obsess Over It)

hi, friend. Let’s talk about something we all Google at 2am — how to lose belly fat . 🙈 I used to think doing 100 sit-ups and skipping dinner would give me abs in a week. Now I just laugh and eat my dinner in peace. The tr…

Gym Girl Diaries #3: “Aren’t You a Bit Too Muscular?”

Hi, friend! So… this happened the other day while I was waiting for my protein smoothie at the gym café. A guy — friendly, I think? — looked at me and said: “Wow, you’re kinda muscular for a girl.” I blinked. Smiled. Sipp…

Gym Girl Diaries #2: Rainy Mornings & Gym Motivation

Hi, friend! This morning started with one of those cozy rainy sounds — the kind that makes you want to stay in bed forever, wrapped up in your blanket like a sleepy sushi roll.  And honestly? I almost did. I stared at my …

I'm Joining an old friend's Wedding Tonight as a Single Life

Hi, friend! First of all, what do you think of my red dress and preparation now? Tonight I'm slipping into a soft pastel dress, putting on a tiny pair of pearl earrings, and heading out to my friend's wedding. Yep — i…

My Top 5 Quick and Effective Workouts for Busy Days

Hi, friend! 🙋‍♀️ I totally get it — some days, life gets crazy, and fitting in a workout can feel like the *last* thing on your to-do list. But here’s the thing: even on the busiest of days, you can still get in a killer wor…

Things I Wish I Knew When I Started My Fitness Journey

Hi, friend! 🙋‍♀️ So, you’re thinking about starting your fitness journey, huh? Maybe you’re feeling like you don’t know where to begin or you're overwhelmed with all the conflicting advice out there. Trust me, I’ve been …