New year, new you? Personally I have always thought that saying is bs, we do this weird thing where when every new year unfolds itself in all its glory we think we somehow that we are going to be born again. In some sense that is true, maybe over the holidays you overindulged like I did but it’s all in moderation like anything else right? …
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Most people think of children playing when they hear “jump rope” but using a speed rope is anything but playing around. Did you ever jump rope as a kid? Speedroping is the same technique. Whether or not you just started working out or are an athelte looking to increase your agility and performance, speed ropes are virtually great for everyone. Jump rope training has been …
Continue readingHave a busy schedule, but still want to stay fit? Are you always on the go? No problem! From push-ups and dips to stretching, there are plenty of moves you can do anytime, anywhere. Bodyweight exercises are just as effective as those performed at gym machines. The key is to be consistent and use proper form. Here are the top five best exercises to stay …
Continue readingWorking out is hard enough, but working out in the morning is completely out of the question for many. Not only will it cut into their sleep time, but trying to fit in a workout when their mornings are already chaotic enough can be an all out drag. But despite the challenges, working out in the AM is actually better than waiting until after work …
Continue readingSummer is almost officially here and you’re having a freak out because you haven’t started on your summer bod yet. No fear, you technically have until June 21st. I want to help you from having an oh sh*t moment in the target dressing room while bathing suit shopping. Staying motivated is so much more than the actual physical work, the clean eating, sweat, tears, and …
Continue readingIt’s more than half-way through January, you’ve committed to your fitness goals thus far, paid all your bills (hypothetically) and have a little extra cash to spare. So go ahead and treat yo-self, I did an experiment so you wouldn’t have to compromise between eating and looking fly.. You’re welcome! I love a good pair of lulu’s, but even on sale it can be hard …
Continue readingEvery new year we all generally strive to better ourselves, physically, spiritually, financially and relationally. Setting goals can become overwhelming and you can easily lose focus of them if you don’t take the actions needed to achieve them. Write them down, make a list of 50 goals in all areas of your life that you want to achieve. DO NOT make them all realistic! What …
Continue readingWe all know the average adult should be getting 7-9 restful hours of sleep every night. But why do we neglect it so much? Sleep is just as important to your body as eating healthy and breathing, yet we all struggle to catch some zzz’s. (Insert bags under my eyes here.) When you’re deprived of sleep your brain can’t function optimally, effecting your cognitive abilities …
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