Excelevate Academy with Sarah J. Reed

Excelevate Academy with Sarah J. Reed Clinical Lab based functional health coaching to feel vibrant in body and mind.

Health, fitness, and wellness coaching to help busy women

šŸ¤øā€ā™€ļø lose weight
⚔ increase energy
🧭 and accomplish more with grace and ease.

When we hear self-care, it’s easy to picture bubble baths or face masks (and hey those have their place). But the truth?...
08/22/2026

When we hear self-care, it’s easy to picture bubble baths or face masks (and hey those have their place).

But the truth? Real self-care often looks a lot more ordinary… and a lot more meaningful.

It’s making time to eat real food. Saying no when you're stretched thin. Logging off early because your body needs rest. Choosing a walk over another scroll, or being gentle with yourself when things feel heavy.

Swipe through to see what everyday self-care can look like, not just when life feels calm and easy, but when it feels like a lot.

What’s one act of self-care you’ve done today? Even the tiniest thing counts.

Let me know below! Your comment might remind someone else to care for themselves too.

I started teaching Pilates when I was 22 years old. Back then, I thought I was just a fitness instructor. Two decades la...
08/21/2026

I started teaching Pilates when I was 22 years old. Back then, I thought I was just a fitness instructor. Two decades later, I’ve noticed a few patterns:

The client who couldn't recover from workouts.

The one whose shoulders lived up around her ears. (Let’s be honest, it’s all of you, OK?)

The woman who was doing "everything right" but still felt exhausted, bloated, or stuck. (Hi, it’s me.)

Movement helped—but it’s not the whole answer.

That curiosity led me into nutrition, mindset coaching, functional health, and lab testing.

Not because I stopped believing in Pilates... but because I believed my clients deserved more complete answers.

I still teach Pilates every morning.
I still believe movement is medicine.
But I also know that how you move, eat, sleep, recover, and manage stress all work together.

If you relate to any of the women listed above, let's get to the root of your discomfort - discovery calls are always free. Use the link in bio to book yours today! šŸ¤


08/20/2026

Have you been told your annual labs are ā€œnormalā€ yet you still feel off? Yeah. Me too.

08/19/2026

Your body was designed to move, not to sit at a desk all day, crash on the couch all evening, and repeat the same routine tomorrow.

The modern lifestyle has us spending more time stationary than ever before, and over time, that lack of movement can impact everything from energy levels and mood to hormones, metabolism, and overall health.
The good news? You don't need an intense workout program to start feeling better.

Go for a walk. Stretch while dinner cooks. Dance in your kitchen. Play with your kids. Find a way to move that you actually enjoy.
Because the best form of movement is the one you'll keep doing.

And if getting started feels overwhelming, you're not alone. Every healthy habit begins with one small step.

✨ Ready to stop guessing and start supporting your body in a way that actually works? Send me a DM or book a discovery call, and let's create a plan that fits your life.

08/17/2026

Women's health is normally swept under the rug. We're told "you're just getting older".

You deserve to feel like yourself in your own skin.

We can do lab testing to figure out what's off. We can test for a number of things and the amazing thing, is they are delivered right to your door.

After that, me and you work together to make a plan based on how YOU want to go about your treatment.

If you are ready to make a change, click the link in my bio to book a discovery call.

Most people don’t think twice about magnesium. It’s one of those nutrients that quietly does its job until your body sta...
08/15/2026

Most people don’t think twice about magnesium. It’s one of those nutrients that quietly does its job until your body starts running low.

That tension in your shoulders?
The restless nights?
The racing thoughts that hit just as you're trying to fall asleep?

Magnesium might be more involved than you realize. This mineral supports everything from digestion to sleep to nervous system health.

And if you're constantly stressed, tired, or wired, this could be a missing piece.

Swipe through to learn how magnesium actually helps your body function and why it deserves more attention in your daily routine.

šŸ’¬ Have you ever noticed a difference after taking magnesium? Would love to hear in the comments.

08/14/2026

Being tired all the time shouldn't be your "normal."

For the longest time, Dawn thought waking up exhausted was just part of being a busy mom. But constantly running on empty isn't something you have to accept.

The turning point? Functional lab testing.
Instead of guessing, Sarah helped uncover what Dawn's body actually needed and created a personalized plan tailored to her unique health—not a one-size-fits-all approach.

When you understand what's happening beneath the surface, you can stop chasing symptoms and start supporting your body with confidence.

✨ You deserve answers that are personalized to you.

Ready to find out what your body has been trying to tell you? Send me a message to learn more about functional lab testing and how a personalized approach can help you feel your best.

08/14/2026

Coffee isn’t the fix. Neither is it the enemy.

We're living in a world that celebrates being busy.Push throughHave another coffeeSleep when you're deadUntil one day yo...
08/12/2026

We're living in a world that celebrates being busy.

Push through
Have another coffee
Sleep when you're dead

Until one day your body says, "I'm done."
The tricky part? Your body usually whispers before it screams.

Here are a few signs it might be asking for more rest:

šŸ’¤ You're exhausted... but can't fall asleep.
Your brain is still running even when your body is begging to stop

šŸ½ļø You're hungry all the time.
Sometimes your body is looking for energy, not another snack

😬 You're more anxious, irritable, or emotional than usual
A stressed nervous system can make everything feel harder

šŸ’Ŗ Every workout leaves you sore for days.
You don't get stronger during the workout
You get stronger while you recover

🧠 You can't focus
If you're rereading the same email three times, your brain may need a break.

✨ Here's the important part:

Rest isn't a reward for getting everything done.

Rest is one of the things that helps you get things done.

If this sounds like you, don't ignore it.
Your body is giving you information—not trying to make your life difficult.

That's exactly what I help women figure out. We stop guessing, uncover what's keeping your body stuck, and build a plan that actually works with your physiology.

If you're tired of feeling tired, my discovery calls are always free. ā¤ļø

08/11/2026

The answer is rarely because ā€œyou’re getting older.ā€ šŸ¤”

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