Training for pure strength has been a passion of mine for years. That’s why I was drawn to powerlifting in the first place. It’s a test of absolute strength in some of my favorite lifts (I’m still trying to make friends with the bench press) and the training itself is so different from what I’ve experienced in other sports. But …
3 Friendly Exercises For Strong, Boulder Shoulders
When it comes to lifting related injuries, the shoulders take the cake for most common and most annoying. You learn very quickly how important shoulder stability is to your overall fitness and health when the ability to press overhead, bench press, do push-ups or just lift your arm laterally goes out the window. Unfortunately, I see a lot of …
This Is How Your Workouts Ruin Your Life
When it comes to walking my talk, lifting heavy things is my weapon of choice. Working out is relaxing, fun, therapeutic and just a part of my lifestyle. However, this isn’t always the case. Depending on what “life season” I am in, working out regularly isn’t always the fun, easy, breezy, beautiful walk in the park one imagines it’d be. Yup, not …
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 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 – …
Four DIY Conditioning Workouts for Fat Loss
Last week, we got together for the Fall Equinox Strength Camp – a celebratory outdoor workout to welcome in the fall. In other words, it was an excuse to take our workout outside and meet some of the members of the LLF community. Afterwards, we discussed how to replicate a similar workout at home since the one we had just …