Activate Health and Fitness

Activate Health and Fitness Health and Wellness Company
Integrative Nutrition Health Coaching
Personalized Fitness Training

🌱 Fuel, Don’t Restrict — Understanding What Your Body Actually NeedsHere’s your quick protein primer:
💪 Protein’s Purpos...
11/19/2025

🌱 Fuel, Don’t Restrict — Understanding What Your Body Actually Needs

Here’s your quick protein primer:
💪 Protein’s Purpose: Builds and repairs muscle, bone, skin, and hormones.

🥗 How Much: Aim for 30-40g per meal (a palm-sized portion).

🌿 Sources: Bison, Chicken, Turkey, Eggs, fish, beans, tofu, Greek yogurt — mix it up!

⏰ Timing: Include protein at all meals, including breakfast, and after workouts for steady energy and recovery.

✅ Practical takeaway: Build balanced plates with whole & real foods.

protein + nutrient dense carbohydrates (fruits & vegetables)+ healthy fat

Your body doesn’t want less — it wants better. Nourish it well, and it will respond with strength, clarity, and resilience. ✨

Schedule a session to create your personalized plan for optimizing protein, planning,prepping and maintaining a delicious and healthy diet without restriction😎

Cravings, Fatigue & Metabolism — Let’s Talk Blood Sugar BalanceIf you’ve ever wondered why some days you feel energized ...
11/10/2025

Cravings, Fatigue & Metabolism — Let’s Talk Blood Sugar Balance

If you’ve ever wondered why some days you feel energized and steady, and others feel like a rollercoaster of cravings, irritability, or afternoon crashes — it often comes back to blood sugar balance.

When we start the day with coffee + carbs (like toast, fruit, granola, or a latte), our blood sugar spikes quickly... and then drops just as fast.

That dip is what triggers:
• cravings 🍫
• irritability 😣
• fatigue 🥱
• “I need something sweet / I need more caffeine” moments ☕️

The solution isn’t more discipline — it’s better fuel.

✨ Here’s the science made simple:
Protein + fiber help slow digestion → stable blood sugar.
Stable blood sugar means steady energy, calm mood, and fewer cravings.
Meal timing matters: Eating balanced meals throughout the day keeps your metabolism and hormones supported.

💡 Practical Takeaway:
Start your morning with protein, not just coffee and carbs.

Try:
• Eggs + veggies + avocado
• Greek yogurt + berries + chia
• Protein smoothie with greens + nut butter
• Tofu scramble + sweet potatoes

Balanced blood sugar is the foundation of hormone balance, focus, and fat loss.
When you fuel your body the way it’s designed to be fueled, everything gets easier.

🌿Simplifying Anti-Inflammatory Eating — The Foods That Help You HealInflammation isn’t just about sore joints — it’s a s...
11/03/2025

🌿Simplifying Anti-Inflammatory Eating — The Foods That Help You Heal

Inflammation isn’t just about sore joints — it’s a signal from your body that something is off.

Chronic inflammation can impact your energy, mood, hormones, recovery, and even longevity. But the good news? Food is one of the most powerful tools you have to reduce it.💚

Let’s simplify what really matters:
Better Choices for Healing & Energy…

✅Lean Proteins: Fish, eggs, tofu, or chicken - support tissue repair and hormone balance.
✅Anti-Inflammatory Foods:
Berries, turmeric, leafy greens - protect cells and reduce oxidative stress.
✅Healthy Fats: Olive oil,
avocado, nuts — nourish the brain and joints.
✅Fiber-Rich Foods: Oats, beans, chia, cooked veggies - support digestion and gut health.
✅Hydration: Water, herbal teas, bone broth, or low-sugar electrolytes — every cell depends on it.

🌈Simple Rule: Add color, not complexity. Aim for three colors of plants on every plate.

🔥Top foods to limit for healing…

🚫Processed Meats: Bacon, sausage, deli meats - often contain nitrates/nitrites linked to cancer risk.
🚫Red Meat: Keep to

10/22/2025

Make the change TODAY💪

Message me directly or check out the link in my bio to schedule your next session!! The time is NOW👏😆💫

🌱 Fuel, Don’t Restrict — Understanding What Your Body Actually NeedsHere’s your quick protein primer:
💪 Protein’s Purpos...
10/19/2025

🌱 Fuel, Don’t Restrict — Understanding What Your Body Actually Needs

Here’s your quick protein primer:
💪 Protein’s Purpose: Builds and repairs muscle, bone, skin, and hormones.

🥗 How Much: Aim for 30-40g per meal (a palm-sized portion).

🌿 Sources: Bison, Chicken, Turkey, Eggs, fish, beans, tofu, Greek yogurt — mix it up!

⏰ Timing: Include protein at all meals, including breakfast, and after workouts for steady energy and recovery.

✅ Practical takeaway: Build balanced plates with whole & real foods.

protein + nutrient dense carbohydrates (fruits & vegetables)+ healthy fat

Your body doesn’t want less — it wants better. Nourish it well, and it will respond with strength, clarity, and resilience. ✨

Ready to take the guesswork out of your fitness journey?🤔Have you reached a plateau, are not seeing results or have chro...
10/02/2025

Ready to take the guesswork out of your fitness journey?🤔

Have you reached a plateau, are not seeing results or have chronic pains and strains you cannot overcome?

Whether you’re just getting started in a program, wanting to level up a “routine” you have been doing for way too long, or are ready for a targeted plan to finally get the results you are looking for….a personalized Fitness Assessment helps you understand exactly where you are—so we can build a plan that works for your body, your goals, and your life.

✨ What’s included:
✔️Postural & Movement Assessments
✔️ Mobility & Strength Screenings
✔️ Targeted Plan for Muscle Imbalances & Compensations 
✔️ Personalized Fitness Recommendations based on your needs and goals
✔️ Expert guidance from a certified health & fitness coach
Knowledge is power—and this is your first step toward real progress. 💪

📩 Message me to schedule your assessment!

“Learn Your Body—Not Just Your Weight.”
Ready to stop guessing and start progressing? My InBody body composition analysi...
09/14/2025

“Learn Your Body—Not Just Your Weight.”

Ready to stop guessing and start progressing? My InBody body composition analysis gives you the inside scoop on what’s really going on beneath the surface—so we can map out exactly what your body needs to reach your goals.

With InBody, you’ll get:
🔍 Muscle vs. fat breakdown
💧 Hydration & segmental muscle balance
🔥 Visceral fat & metabolic insights
📈 Progress reports to track real changes
🎯 A clear, personalized path toward your fitness & wellness goals

This isn’t just data—it’s your roadmap to more energy, strength, and confidence. Let’s cut through the noise and focus on what really moves the needle for you.

📩 DM me to schedule your scan!

🌿 What Is a Holistic Health Assessment? 🌿It’s not a checklist — it’s a pivotal conversation and first step to impactful ...
09/07/2025

🌿 What Is a Holistic Health Assessment? 🌿

It’s not a checklist — it’s a pivotal conversation and first step to impactful changes in your health.

A Holistic Health Assessment with a National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach takes a “whole system” integrated approach to your well-being, taking into account all the life areas that impact successful outcomes in your health, happiness and longevity.

We explore:
✨ Physical health
✨ Mental + emotional resilience
✨ Lifestyle patterns
✨ Social & environmental factors
✨ Your unique goals and strengths

Through thoughtful dialogue and evidence-based coaching, you’ll gain clarity on what truly motivates you — and walk away with a realistic, personalized plan for sustainable change.

This is where meaningful transformation begins 💫
Ready to take the first step?
It’s a game changer.
📩 DM me to schedule yours.

💥 BACK TO FITNESS SPECIAL 💥Kids are back in school… now it’s your turn to reset, refocus, and reclaim your energy 💪✨For ...
09/04/2025

💥 BACK TO FITNESS SPECIAL 💥
Kids are back in school… now it’s your turn to reset, refocus, and reclaim your energy 💪✨

For a limited time, I’m offering:
🎁 FREE Consultation➕20% OFF my 3-Session Jumpstart Program

This isn’t just a workout plan—it’s a full wellness reset designed for YOU.
Here’s what’s included:
✅ Holistic Health Assessment
✅ InBody Body Composition Analysis
✅ Fitness & Movement Assessment
✅ Personalized Foundational Exercise Plan
✅ 1-on-1 Health Plan Development Session

📩 DM me or email shellyblanchardlee@gmail.com to claim your spot!

FALL back into fitness!🍂🎒💪 The kids are back in school... now it’s your time. If you’ve been waiting for the perfect mom...
08/18/2025

FALL back into fitness!🍂🎒💪 The kids are back in school... now it’s your time.

If you’ve been waiting for the perfect moment to get back into a consistent fitness practice, this is it. My group fitness classes are designed to help you rebuild strength, boost energy, and feel your best—physically and mentally.

👟 All fitness levels welcome
📍 In-person & virtual options available
💬 Supportive, uplifting community
🧠 Bonus: We don’t just move—we focus on mindset + healthy habits too!

Ready to move, fuel, and thrive?
📩 DM me or check the link in my bio!!

Stuck in a plateau? Here’s how we break through—body, mind, and plate. 🧠🍽️💪My clients don’t just push harder—they pivot ...
08/11/2025

Stuck in a plateau? Here’s how we break through—body, mind, and plate. 🧠🍽️💪

My clients don’t just push harder—they pivot smarter.
Here’s how we get results when progress stalls:

1️⃣ We shake up the routine — adding strength, repetition, or mindful movement
2️⃣ We reset nutrition — sometimes it’s not less, it’s just different (hello, protein & blood sugar balance!)
3️⃣ We rewire the mindset — shifting from “why isn’t it working?” to “what is this teaching me?”

➡️ Plateaus aren’t failures. They’re invitations to evolve.

You’re not just changing your habits—you’re changing your relationship with your body, your food, and your thoughts.
That’s what lasting change looks like. 💛

Don’t let travel be your excuse—make it your reason.Whether you’re on vacation or a work trip, your goals don’t take tim...
07/31/2025

Don’t let travel be your excuse—make it your reason.
Whether you’re on vacation or a work trip, your goals don’t take time off. 🏃‍♀️💼

Crush this hotel gym treadmill workout and torch 300–500 calories in under an hour!
👇 Save this for your next trip:

🔥 Treadmill Interval Workout (55 min)
• Warm Up: 5 min walk
• Interval 1 (20 min): Run 1 min / Walk 1 min (x10)
• Walk 5 min reset
• Interval 2 (20 min): Hill Climb — Walk 1 min @ 3% / Walk 1 min @ 6–12% (x10)
• Cool Down: 5 min walk

✅ Sweat. ✅ Reset. ✅ Get back to adventure.

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 6am - 5pm
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Who Am I?

I am a coach.

I educate, motivate and empower clients.

I believe each client is the expert of their own life, and the driving force in their own health.

As a health and fitness coach, I partner with clients, helping them make individualized step by step, easily integrated changes in lifestyle, nutrition and movement to improve all aspects of their health and become ACTIVATED in living the life they desire.