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Want to Learn How to Deadlift? Here’s Everything You Need to Know
Deadlifting can seem intimidating, but there’s really no need. It’s a great full body exercise that has tons of benefits to your overall strength and functioning of your kinetic chain. The purpose of performing the deadlift is to primarily target hip extensors, recruiting muscles of the quads, hamstrings, glutes, and back. Some people avoid deadlifts…
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How to Lose Weight Without Counting Calories
I get this question from people desperately wanting to lose weight but refusing to commit to counting calories. Unfortunately the only proven path to fat loss is through a calorie deficit. So yes, it sucks having to count calories. But you won’t have to do it for long, and maybe not at all. Are you…
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Product of a Strong Woman
My mom died 4 years ago. It has altered my life in ways I couldn’t expect, and I am finally ready to share. I am the product of a strong woman.
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Pre & Post Workout Supplements – Everything You Need to Know
There’s no doubt that supplement companies have infiltrated the fitness world. There’s a supplement for everything these days, from the outrageous claims of diet pills and detox teas, to actual useful supplements like protein and vitamins. If you take some time to figure out what supplements you actually need to be taking, you’ll save yourself…
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5 Steps to Create Your Own Workout Plan
Taking the mystery out of workout design for you! Try these simple steps to put together an effective program.
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Fitness & Sustainability – Are Our Gym Habits Hurting the Environment?
A huge realization hit me probably when I was in high school, when I realized that keeping myself healthy and keeping the earth healthy actually had quite a lot in common. The health of our bodies and the health of the environment are undeniably intertwined. Why should you care about the environment? We all need…
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How to Break Quarantine Bad Habits in 3 Steps
I think each of us has developed a bad habit at some point during lockdown. From endless screen time & lack of movement to negative thoughts and over eating, we’ve seen it all this year. And that’s nothing to be ashamed of, but I do think it’s important to recognize how our environments, levels of…
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Are abs made in the kitchen?
Everyone has heard this one. Whether it’s a trainer at your gym, your friend’s mom who always comments on your snacking, or a fitness influencer screaming it at you, you’ve heard it. So, is it true?! What kitchen appliance do I need to make abs in the kitchen??? Is it a Ninja product, a George…