Once upon a time, I was knocking out some push-ups at the gym, feeling strong AF when my coach walks over and says “bring your arms a little closer,” and then walked away. I did as instructed and holy hell, I could barely get in three solid push-ups after that! Yup, I got schooled on an exercise I considered myself …
Breaking down HIIT and Steady-State Cardio for Fat Loss Goals
Cardio (noun): An over-hyped, magical formula necessary for effective fat loss. Coveted by thousands of adoring and bored fans on treadmills and elliptical machines the world over. I get it. It’s January. New year, new you, right? You’re committed. Two hours of cardio a day? No problem! In fact, let’s sign up for a marathon. That will really keep you …
Lessons From The Barbell: My Journey From Grief to Strength
“I’m too sick to come in today. Sorry.” I hung up the phone, threw it into a corner, and cried myself back to sleep. “You’ll be okay. It’ll get better,” I’d say. But it got worst. “She didn’t make it,” my mother cried over the phone. “I knew something was wrong; I tried calling all day and she never picked up.” …
One Exercise For A Tighter, Rounder And More Powerful Butt
When Sir Mix-A-Lot declared he liked big butts, he should have dedicated a lyric or two to the hip thrust. Many people will tell you that the squat is the secret sauce to a powerful and beautiful derrière. However, research shows that hip thursts and squats combined will elicit the highest levels of gluteal activation needed for a stronger booty. …
In Defense Of The Feminine Body
Growing up, I associated femininity with sexuality. A feminine woman, I learned, was desirable, sexy, slim, and could captivate anyone in the room by her sheer presence and hotness. I was 12 years old, flat chested, awkward and a far cry from feminine, or at least, my interpretation of it. I figured I’d grow into this feminine body somehow, but I …
How To Have A Sane, Shame-free and Guilt-free Thanksgiving Holiday
Here’s what we’re NOT going to discuss here: How to eat healthy over Thanksgiving and not gain weight. Even though Thanksgiving is only one day, the eating portion lasts nearly a week in some households. And I for one, do not expect you to skip the pumpkin pie in the name of fitness. I want you to look good naked but …
Week 4 Schedule #BlissFitHabits
Welcome to week four, fitness junkies! This last week feels a little bittersweet. I’m so proud of all of you who have jumped into this challenge with an open mind, tackled your fears and embraced the mindset and physical challenges. I am motivated by you, inspired by you and most of all, really, really grateful for you all. THANK YOU. …
Week 3 Schedule: #BlissFitHabits for fitness and mindset
We’re down to week 3 in our #BlissFitHabits challenge and I’m so proud of how far we’ve come! Now is a great time to check in with ourselves and our progress. Have you held yourself accountable and completed your workouts on schedule or have you procrastinated or made excuses as to why you can’t complete the workout on a given day or …
Week 2 schedule: #BlissFitHabits
Man, oh man! Week one had me fired up! Even on days when a workout felt like a chore, just knowing that we’re on this journey together was enough to get me back on track. I hope it was the same for you, too! If you haven’t tuned into the Instagram check-ins, here a few of mine from this week. …
Week 1 Schedule: Bliss Fit Habits
Want to get blissed out over the next 4 weeks? Heck yes you do! The #BlissFitHabits challenge starts TODAY. (If you’re just tuning in and want to know more about this free transformation series, go HERE) Here’s what to expect during week 1: – 2 workouts designed by me and a weekly schedule (more details below) – 7 daily mindset practices – …