If you’re new to Cooking with Christina, you need to know: I cook mainly by eyeballing I measure with my soul We’re mostly winging it (outside of cooking included) Creamy Mashed Potatoes What you’ll need: red potatoes (any will work. Red potatoes make for thick, creamy mashed potatoes, though!) a pot of water salt butter cream cheese sour cream half and … Read More
Is Your Program Scalable? Let’s Find Out.
“Scaling” is the “getting toned” of the business world. Everyone thinks they want it, but there’s more to it than what we’re sold by social-media-popular business gurus. Unlike simple growth, scaling means increasing your revenue without a corresponding increase in costs, achieving a high profit-margin. Many confuse “scaling” with “making more money.” But true scaling requires a completely different approach. … Read More
Creating Financial Stability in Your Personal Training Business
At the start of my personal training business, I remember thinking there was no way I could ever create a sustainable, repeatable income for myself. A client would cancel or reschedule a session, effectively pushing back their next payment. Shit. My car payment is due. There was always low-grade anxiety in the back of my mind when it came to … Read More
Travel Itinerary: From Chicago to Utah National Parks
Thinking about a trip to Utah’s national parks? You’re in for a treat. Our itinerary took us through the awe-inspiring landscapes of Arches, Bryce Canyon, Canyonlands, and Zion. It was a trip filled with quiet moments, stunning views, and amazing hikes. Whether you’re looking to escape into nature or just curious about what these parks have to offer, join us … Read More
Strategy + Soul: Our Business and Lifestyle Design Mission
Until circa 2020, my entire business and life were approached with nothing but strategy. Fill in the spreadsheet, run the calculations. Make the T-chart for decision making. Fill in the calendar. Squeeze in the meeting. Follow the to-do list. Nobody cares, work harder. No excuses. Make no mistake, living this way works. It worked for me. It worked for hundreds … Read More
Happy Feet: Add These 2 Moves to Your Day
This summer has been incredibly busy. Between new business deals, concerts, family time, and reorganizing our garage, my fitness routine has taken a back seat. When I don’t work out regularly, my body feels it. Not in terms of body image, but physically—my neck gets stiff, my hips feel misaligned, my lower back becomes sensitive, and my hamstrings tighten up. … Read More
Some Favorite Snacks from Target
This chocolate ice cream with peanut butter swirls. I am not an ice cream fan. I don’t crave it, it makes me thirsty, and I’m in denial about how lactose intolerant I am. But ya’ll, this ice cream is so good. It has yet to become hardened in the freezer and scoops out so smoothly each time. There’s the perfect … Read More
Designing & Curating Your Space for Rest & Rejuvination
From Target store layouts, to city planning, to restaurant design, and all the way down to what you keep on your bedside table, what’s in your environment (or not) will impact your behaviors. When it comes to curating and designing personal spaces, we often focus on the aesthetic and forget almost entirely about function. If you’re like me, then you’re … Read More
Perfectly Baked Salmon (recipe)
If you’re new to Cooking with Christina, you need to know: I cook mainly by eyeballing I measure with my soul We’re mostly winging it (outside of cooking included) Perfectly baked salmon What you’ll need: I used wild caught, boneless, skinless salmon fillets from Walmart (also Aldi) Olive Oil Butter Garlic (fresh, minced, or powder) Salt and pepper Lemon (optional) … Read More