WHY WOMEN SHOULD LIFT

When we break it down, weight training helps burn fat even when the body is at rest because by adding muscle, your resting metabolic rate (the amount of calories you burn daily) increases which is a good thing which means even without trying too hard you will start to...

THE EGGCEPTIONAL TRUTH BEHIND EGGS

First, egg nutrients contain protein, fat, vitamin A and choline. Eggs do have cholesterol, but it doesn’t compare to the cholesterol in your blood. According to a study by the AHA (American Heart Association), cholesterol in food is not the culprit. The major...

SIDE LUNGE, HIP FLEXION WITH A SHOULDER PRESS

Here is a fun exercise that demonstrates a compound movement that targets the glutes, quads hamstrings and adductors. To perform this exercise, hold the kettlebell by your clavicle. Lunge to one side and keep the knee behind the toe or over the ankle. As you bring the...
GREEN GIANTS

GREEN GIANTS

GREEN GIANTS   Eating as much as 1.3 servings a day of kale, spinach and collards have been proven to slow the rate of cognitive decline in the brain making it equivalent to being 11 years younger in age. The nutrients and antioxidants found in these greens, including...
MISSION ACCOMPLISHED!

MISSION ACCOMPLISHED!

MISSION ACCOMPLISHED! I did what I set out to do. I set a goal, followed through and the results proved that hard work does pay off.   As many of you know, I competed again in honor of my Dad. I put the work in as I know he would if given the opportunity. Nothing...
KEYS TO SUCCESSFUL MEAL PREPPING

KEYS TO SUCCESSFUL MEAL PREPPING

KEYS TO SUCCESSFUL MEAL PREPPING   Meal prepping is work but is well worth it because it helps keep us on track with healthy eating. It can be made easier if we have the right ingredients at home. I have lots of practice in this area as I meal prep every week and had...

FITNESS ADVICE

WHAT IS YOUR WHY?   What is it that you want to strive for or conquer? What is your “why”? When we find our “why” and set the wheels in motion to go about getting it done, we find that IT IS POSSIBLE. It’s not always easy but then again,...