Feed the Knowing
“Once you know yourself, no one can sell you back to yourself.” — Me, after week two with LifeBase
Stepping Away from the Noise
The wellness world is loud.
Every scroll, every podcast, every so-called “expert” seems to have an opinion about what people should eat, drink, or do. Most mean well. Some even make sense. But I realized something: every “should” pulled me further from my own authority.
The InBody + LifeBase data gave me something the talking heads never could—specific truth about my body.
No guessing. No hype. Just clarity.
From Generic to Personal
Here’s what changed:
I stopped thinking in slogans like “eat clean” or “get enough protein.” I started understanding what those words actually meant for me.
LifeBase gave me the data, and my Nutrition Coach helped translate it into real food and real life. Together, we connected the science to my schedule, my preferences, and my energy rhythms. We built an eating plan that doesn’t feel like a “plan” at all—it feels like trust made visible on a plate.
LifeBase showed me that my protein needs were higher than I imagined—and that when I met them, I felt sharper, calmer, more balanced. I could feel the difference between a day fueled by precision and a day fueled by guesswork.
Now, instead of following trends, I follow data. Instead of obedience, I practice awareness. And in doing so, I discovered the deeper lesson: specificity is self-respect.
Working with a Nutrition Coach didn’t just feel supportive—it made all the difference in the world. Certainly, data shows it matters. A recent review of health and wellness coaching research found that coaching fosters sustained improvements in behavior and health outcomes (Ahmann, Hope, Joyce, Lorig, & Hunter, 2023).
The Science of Self-Trust
Learning what my body needs isn’t about control—it’s about collaboration. The numbers showed me how much fuel I need for lean-muscle maintenance, hormonal balance, and mental clarity. But the true transformation came when I stopped letting those numbers be external validation and started letting them be internal communication.
This isn’t about willpower; it’s about relationship. Between me and my body. Between knowledge and intuition. Between nourishment and purpose.
What This Means for Others
It’s almost paradoxical: the more precisely I nourish myself, the more generous I became. When my energy is consistent, my presence is steadier—for the people I love. Fueling my body is not selfish. It’s a public service. It’s how I show up at my best for others—without depletion, resentment, or apology.
The Permission Slip
If I could hand every person one message from this experience, it would be this:
“Stop looking for someone else’s plan. Your data, your rhythm, your body are the roadmap.”
This isn’t rebellion—even though it is rebellious.. You don’t need to be told what to do. You need the tools to listen to yourself deeply and act on what you hear.
Next Up: Living in Alignment
Next time, I’ll share how aligning food, movement, and recovery isn’t about restriction—it’s about respect.. Because when we know what truly fuels us—we don’t chase energy. We embody it.
Citations
Brandstetter, S., Kloss, A., Cawley, J., Meyer, C., Wieland, M., & Reisch, L. A. (2015). A systematic review on empowerment for healthy nutrition in health promotion. Public Health Nutrition, 18(17), 3146–3154. https://doi.org/10.1017/S1368980015001266
Ahmann, E., Hope, B., Joyce, M., Lorig, K., & Hunter, S. (2023). Health and wellness coaching and sustained gains: A scoping review. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 20(16), 1–19. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph20168733
Further Reading
Peter Attia MD — Outlive: The Science & Art of Longevity
Gabrielle Lyon DO — Forever Strong
Stacy Sims PhD — Next Level: Your Guide to Kicking Ass, Feeling Great, and Crushing Goals Through Menopause and Beyond
InBody USA — inbodyusa.com
LifeBase Nutrition Platform — lifebasenutrition.com
