Early in my pregnancy (as well as before I discovered I was pregnant), I was always so inspired by super fit, pregnant mamas posting on social media their pull-ups, burpees, 10Ks, squats and deadlifts all the way through their final days of carrying their bundle of joy. I just knew that would be me! It [...]
I’ve always been very in touch with my body. It is a large reason why I’ve been able to carve out and build my physique the way I want. I understand my body, listen to it and make adjustments depending on my strengths and limitations. I also have a grand vision for it. My pregnancy [...]
I didn’t realize my first lesson in motherhood would come before my baby was born, but let the lessons begin! I’ve always been very in touch with my body. It is a large reason why I’ve been able to carve out and build my physique the way I want it. I understand my body, listen to [...]
From the start, I have always followed a very traditional lifting program. No super-sets, no drop-sets, no standing on one leg on a Bosu ball performing balancing squatting shoulder presses. While I do believe that all of those can be a part of your fitness regimen and do have their benefits, we’re talking about building [...]
I’m sure by now you’ve heard all the ways that high intensity interval training can benefit you and your training. But, do you know why that is? Are the days of steady state, long duration cardio on the StepMill over? Some experts would say so. I’ll let you decide. The hardest part about steady state cardio [...]
I don’t know about you, but there is something about a female walking around with sculpted shoulders that makes her stand out from all the rest. So, how do we build sculpted shoulders of our own? A very thorough, balanced and consistent shoulder training regimen is what it takes! The reason we have so much [...]
Let’s talk results. Are you stuck at a muscle-gaining plateau, or are you just not seeing the results you want out of your efforts in the gym and kitchen? Don’t stress! This article will help you set up a plan of attack for you to follow for months to come that will keep your body [...]
So 6 or more weeks have gone by, and you’ve been cleared by your doctor to start working out again after having a baby…sounds great, right? I was so excited to get back to my lifting routine and my workouts that I practically didjumping lunges out of the doctor’s office that day. But, every time [...]
Sir Mix-A-Lot approves of doing side bends and sit-ups – but that doesn’t mean your tummy will become flat if you do them. I’ve got news for you – the ONLY way to get a flat stomach is through a healthy diet and the CORRECT abdominal exercises. A thousand crunches will not get you there. [...]
I’ll admit it – when anyone told me they workout at home with minimal equipment, I did an internal eye roll thinking, “You can’t get a serious workout done and truly make changes to your physique that way.” Once I was cleared to workout again after having my baby, I was determined to get back [...]
