Author Archives: Riley Pearce

How Sunlight Literally Shrinks Your Fat Cells

A serendipitous piece of research was released in 2018 by a group of scientists from the University of Alberta (go Canadian science!) that discovered that the sun is actually shrinking your fat cells.

That feeling you may have had in the past that you are always able to lean down, or de-puff, in the summer was not just you being super in tune with your body, but it is actually an evolutionary process that our bodies have been relying on for thousands of years. 

In this article, I want to share with you how the sun is shrinking your fat cells, how this ties back to your circadian rhythm and evolutionary biology, and finally, recommendations to tap into this process this summer.

How Do You Actually Keep Everything in Balance?

As someone currently navigating the same life pressures you are, I want to distill the noise into something actionable and realistic. I’m writing this today because I’ve recently hit a stretch where my own balance felt… off. I want to be honest about that struggle, because “perfect” isn’t the goal, sustainable is, and there’s always so much to be learned from someone else’s mistakes.

Everything You Need to Know About Arrae’s Juicy New Tone Flavour: Sour Watermelon

Come in close, ladies, you definitely want to hear about this! Arrae Tone, a supplement I have spoken about before and continue to use (and tell everyone about) to this day, has just dropped a new flavour. And she’s juicy!

Today, April 16th, 2026, Arrae is launching its latest flavour of its game-changing creatine supplement, Tone: Sour Watermelon.

The Mind-Body Connection: How Our Self-Perception Actually Powers Our Fitness

We’ve all been there: standing in front of the mirror before a workout, or scrolling through a feed of perfectly curated “fitspo,” feeling like we’re already behind before we’ve even laced up our sneakers. For years, the fitness industry told us that hating our bodies was the motivation we needed to change them.

But science is finally catching up to what many of us have felt intuitively for years: Positive self-perception isn’t just a nice-to-have; it’s the literal engine of long-term health.

Why Do You Keep Waking Up at 2 AM? And What Can You Do About It?

Ever find yourself wide awake at 2 AM? It’s not just a random fluke—it’s your hormones. Discover the science behind your sleep cycles and 5 expert-backed habits to finally sleep through the night.

A Review of My First Month Testing the Ultrahuman Ring Air

About a month ago, I wrote about testing the Ultrahuman Ring Air, and I am very excited to now be sharing my first month’s experience wearing this nifty piece of fitness tech. In this article, I am going to go into detail about my experience wearing the ring, getting into the unique circumstances of this first month, the data I’ve gotten so far, and how I have been applying the advice they share in the app. 

As I mentioned in my original post, I was gifted the Ultrahuman Ring Air for testing and review purposes, but I want to make it clear again that these opinions are my honest feelings about the ring. These smart rings are not cheap, so if you are looking into buying one of these for yourself, I want to give you as much information as possible so you can make a clear and confident decision.

Why Are My Muscles Sore After a Workout? The Ultimate Guide to DOMS and Recovery for Women

Ever feel an intense muscle soreness 2 days after a heavy workout? You are experiencing something known as DOMS, and in this article I explain exactly why that happens and what you can do about it to recover faster and with less pain.

IM8 Ingredients Deep Dive: How IM8’s Beckham Stack Supports Deep, Restorative Sleep

IM8’s daily and longevity supplements are full of high-quality ingredients, but how are those ingredients supporting the most important part of your day? In this article I highlight the key ingredients from the Beckham Stack that support a deep and restorative sleep.

IM8 Ingredients Deep Dive: Nutrients to Support Women’s Health

It’s time for another IM8 deep dive! This time we are looking how IM8 supports women’s health through their high quality ingredients.

HyperIce Review: The Gold Standard in Recovery Tech

HyperIce is a brand that designs high-tech and high-quality recovery gear. From their massage guns, to their heat and compression “pants”, if you want to level up your recovery, then HyperIce is a great investment.