Your Scale is the Drama
How to set better goals & track progress without losing your mind
Team WAG
Sep 3, 2025
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Expert nutrition advice, tracking tutorials, member stories, and more to help you reach your goals.
I Eat Healthy, But I'm Not Seeing Results”: 7 Common Athlete Nutrition Mistakes
If you’re training hard, eating healthy, and still not seeing the performance or body composition results you want, you’re not alone. Many athletes find themselves frustrated by stalled progress despite doing “everything right.” Often, the issue isn’t effort—it’s awareness. You may be relying on healthy foods hindering progress without realizing it.
Team WAG
Jul 28, 2025
7 'Healthy' Foods That Might Be Hindering Your Progress
When you're working hard to lose weight, few things are more frustrating than doing everything right—eating clean, exercising regularly—only to see the scale stall. The problem? You might be eating healthy foods hindering progress without even realizing it. While many so-called "clean" or "healthy" foods offer great nutrition, some can quietly sabotage your fat loss goals, especially when eaten frequently or in large amounts.
Team WAG
Jul 7, 2025
10 Essential Healthy BBQ Tips to Enjoy Summer Without Derailing Your Goals
Summer is here, and with it comes the joy of sunshine, longer days, and backyard BBQs! These gatherings are fantastic for connecting with friends and family, but they can also feel like a minefield if you're working hard towards specific nutrition and fitness goals. How do you enjoy the fun without feeling like you've completely undone your progress?
Ali Macy
May 26, 2025
Reverse Dieting: How to Increase Calories Without Gaining Weight
If you’ve been stuck in a cycle of dieting to maintain a lean physique, you might be missing out on some serious gains – both in muscle and energy. Today, we're diving deep into the world of reverse dieting strategy to help you break free from restrictive eating and unlock your full potential.
Ali Macy
Apr 16, 2025
How to Measure Progress Without the Scale
The scale is only one measure of progress. There are many alternative ways to measure progress that do not involve your weight. In fact, focusing on more than one method to measure your progress can be very helpful in assessing your progress accurately. After all, the more puzzle pieces you have, the easier it is to put the whole picture together, right?
Ali Macy
Mar 3, 2025
How to Maintain Muscle Mass During the Holidays: 7 Proven Tips
You don't have to sacrifice all the progress you've made this year. With a few smart strategies, you can stay on track, preserve your gains, and even enjoy the festivities guilt-free while feeling good. As a bonus, maintaining muscle will help support your body through these days of atypical routine.
Amy Cimo
Dec 9, 2024
5 Common Holiday Nutrition Mistakes to Avoid This Season (And How to Stay on Track)
November and December are a time for celebration, family gatherings, and delicious meals, but they can also be challenging for anyone trying to stay on top of their nutrition goals. Between festive feasts, holiday parties, and endless sweet treats, it’s easy to fall into habits that can derail your progress. But staying healthy doesn't mean you have to miss out on the joy of the season.
Ali Macy
Nov 25, 2024
Name How to Stick to Your Nutrition Plan During the Holiday Season
The holidays are fast approaching! If you have goals to optimize your health, performance, and body composition over the next few months, you're likely noticing some apprehension as you consider the gym closures, festive treats, and schedule changes that characterize this time of year.
Ali Macy
Nov 13, 2024
Are You Relying on Willpower To Make Progress? Here's What You Need to Know
One of the biggest misconceptions about weight loss, exercise consistency, and habit-building is that the most successful people have the most willpower. Well, we have good news and more good news...
Ali Macy
Aug 26, 2024
Should I Eat Protein at Night? Eating & Sleeping for Recovery
We need protein for maintaining and building muscle. Let’s talk specifically about the importance of protein intake for recovery while you sleep.
Ali Macy
Aug 12, 2024
5 Quick Things to Do If You Started a New Diet This Week
Starting a new diet? It is tempting to go from zero to one hundred, change all your habits at once, and dive in headfirst to make progress ASAP. But did you know that going too hard too quickly is one of the main reasons people burn out and give up?
Ali Macy
Jul 4, 2024