The Green Door Life

[Click here to apply for Awaken Your Nutrition by 5/31 for a FREE hormone health training with co-founder Lisa Kirby]

Mark, we had an aha moment during our weekly coaches call the other day...

How many people do you know have been trying to lose weight for years?

How many YEARS have you or someone you know been eating in a caloric deficit, restricting food in an effort to lose weight?

What does that do to someone mentally (the impact of spending so much precious brain space trying to lose weight) and physically (the impact of eating less than you're burning and experiencing the yo-yo effect of restriction followed by binge eating)?

How long should someone stay in a caloric deficit?

This is something that is not discussed enough by health and fitness professionals, so let's get into it!

If you read our newsletter from earlier this week,

understanding your TDEE can help you manage your health and physique by informing you how many calories you need to consume to maintain, lose, or gain weight.

It's the starting point for every single client we work with, even those who do not have a particular weight loss goal. 

In fact, all of our newest clients have shared that they really don't care about weight loss per se or a number on the scale...

They just want to feel better in their bodies. 

They want to increase their energy. 

They want to avoid being hangry and eating on the fly with zero intention. 

Even if you don't necessarily want to lose weight, you still need to understand the energy requirements of your body to meet these aforementioned goals.

To optimize your physical and mental health, you need to understand your body's unique fueling and resting requirements.

So, we start with TDEE:

Total Daily Energy Expenditure is the total number of calories your body needs to maintain its cur

Let's dive into a topic that often surprises many people: what a day in the life of a nutrition coach at The Green Door Life really looks like.

Spoiler alert—it’s not all gym time and intermittent fasting! Far from it.

We're actually on the computer for most of the day, often working 50-60 hours a week. But we have structured special routines - just like we help curate with our high performing clients - to integrate wellness and self-care all throughout the day in micro-doses. 

6:30 AM – Rising and Shining

The day kicks off sunrise, morning light, and a balanced breakfast within an hour of waking. Contrary to popular belief, don't start our days with tons of coffee and not eating. Instead, we enjoy a blood-sugar friendly meal with a balance of macronutrients, including plenty of protein and fiber, to fuel us for a busy day ahead.

7:30 AM – Morning Check-ins

Our first task is checking in with clients. We log onto our computers and review their food diarie

"This isn’t just about looking good – it’s about feeling unstoppable."

[This one is for the men. If you, your partner, or someone you know might be interested, read on 🔥]

There's new experience just for men at The Green Door Life that we've been quietly building behind the scenes... 

Co-founders (Shannon and Lisa) have been delivering nutrition coaching to men 1:1 for years...

But now, not only do we have two male coaches on our team, Nate Wirt and Chandley McKinnon, we have a growing collective of male members who are taking charge of their health together.

Let's be real – life is demanding, and your health often takes a backseat.

Juggling work, family, and personal goals can leave you feeling drained and frustrated. It’s time to change that.

Awaken Your Nutrition for Men is The Green Door Life’s no-nonsense, 12-week coaching program designed specifically for men who want to reclaim their health, boost their energy, and achieve peak performance in ever

We're looking for five more people to join Awaken Your Nutrition by May 31st.

You'll work closely with us for over 12 weeks to build muscle, stabilize your blood sugar, and increase your energy with a nutrition education to last a lifetime.

If you sign up by May 31st, you'll get a free BONUS training all about hormone health with co-founder, Lisa Kirby.

[If you want to be one of five to take advantage of this limited time bonus, click here to apply. We only have a few application call time slots available!]

You'll have the opportunity to experience a transformation like Kara, who thought she was already "eating healthy" and didn't have a weight loss goal...

But in just six weeks, she has reduced night sweats, lost body fat, has more energy than she did in her 2

As we continue to expand here at The Green Door Life by empowering others with discovering their unique wellness code for thriving, we are thrilled to announce exciting career opportunities to join our dynamic team. If you have a passion for health, fitness, and helping others achieve their goals, we want to hear from you! We're now hiring for the following positions:

1. Nutrition Coaches (Online)

Our Nutrition Coaches play a crucial role in supporting our clients with breaking through diet dogma, learning to balance blood sugar, increasing energy and building muscle mass for longevity. If you have a passion for helping people live healthier lives and/or want to learn how to implement this for yourself first, we invite you to apply. No prior experience required. Click here to learn more about Awaken Your Inner Coach: about our in-depth nutrition coaching program and practitioner training.

2. Strength Training and HIIT Instructors (Online)

Do you have the c

Back in 2022, I started running a couple miles every day to show up in solidarity for my client who was preparing for a triathlon. I continued this for almost an entire year until it backfired.

[Click here to watch a FREE workshop that I just re-filmed discussing WHY running can have a negative impact on hormones for some women.]

But before I share that story, let me tell you about my history with running...

Besides the 1-mile runs required during the Presidential fitness tests that we begrudgingly did in the 90's, the first time I participated in a race was my school's Turkey Trot in 8th grade. I want to say it was like 3 miles but it felt like a marathon to me.

I came in last place. As if being 12 years old wasn't hard enough, getting sympathy claps as I crossed the finish line was absolutely mortifying.

Let's just say I didn't attempt running again until I got to college 😂.

I've had strong Norwegian viking thighs since I was a kid. I could never share

have you heard of the term gray area drinking recently?

Maybe you've tried sober October or Dry January in the past, but you can't quite find a way to *actually* drink alcohol in moderation (or remove it entirely).

Join us on Wednesday, May 15 at 12:00 p.m. Pacific Time for a free workshop on this very topic.

Our Alcohol-Free Life Coach and Certified Gray Area Drinking Expert, Devon Donkin, RN, will share more about:

• What gray area drinking is
• How to identify if you fall in this category (hint: most people who drink alcohol do!)
• What you can do about it

Can't make it live? Replays will be sent via email if you RSVP: 

Who is this workshop for:

• This is for anyone who drinks and is wondering how to keep alcohol from interfering with their health and fitness goal
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You may understand that food is a nutrient: something we need in large amounts for survival.

But have you ever thought of movement as a nutrient?

Any nurse or doctor can confirm this truth as they witness countless bed-ridden patients who require their bodies to be manually moved just for blood flow.

But while most people understand the importance of movement, many get it all wrong in terms of intensity, frequency, and type.

Just like we're trying to cram in as much as possible into one day, one meal, one social event, one work meeting...

...we try to cram in a day's worth of required movement into one workout.

So, we go all out.

We think if we just do the most intense exercise possible and end up curled into a ball of sweat and tears, then maybe, just maybe, we pushed ourselves hard enough.

But this couldn't be further from the truth of what your body actually needs for health, longevity, and how to effectively manage your body composition (muscle to

our in-house functional nutritionist, Bailey Rinke, put together some of her favorite meals just for you!

This one-day meal plan focuses on what to eat if you're having any gut issues and want to reduce inflammation.

If we have an imbalance in our gut, it can cause a plethora of symptoms such as bloating, constipation, diarrhea, skin irritation (acne, rosacea, eczema), anxiety, depression, weight gain, bad breath, brain fog, food intolerances, hormone imbalances, and sugar cravings.

Our goal is to help you get to the root cause of your symptoms so you can feel your absolute best!

Click the button below to download this FREE gut-friendly meal guide:

About Bailey Rinke:

"It was through my own battle with mental health that I found my calling with nutrition. Despite gro...