It has been such a fantastic weekend, thank you so much to the Quaker team and PR group for this fantastic opportunity! Here is just a sampling of all the great products that they have given us: My suitcase is literally stuffed with oatmeal, so if my plane is delayed I know that at least I will NOT be hungry. Speaking of hungry, I have to share a funny story. I never … [Read more...] about Weekend wrap-up
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Strengthen your core with CoreCoach
Raise your hand if you have back pain? I sure do. As I get older, it seems to get worse and worse. Most of the time, back pain is a direct result of a weak core. How often do you work your core, aside from traditional crunches? Instead of crunches, we need to focus on activating, and strengthening your transverse abdominal muscle (TVA) for a stronger and more stable core. If … [Read more...] about Strengthen your core with CoreCoach
Have you planked today?
Are you planking? I hope so! Planks are a powerhouse exercise that works all of your core muscles. They can be done anywhere at anytime. Still in your PJ’s? Good news–planks don’t require special clothing!Out in your backyard with the kids? Drop down and do planks!At a summer barbecue with friends? Wow them with your planking skills!Do them gang. No excuses! Here is an … [Read more...] about Have you planked today?
Everything You Need to Know About Starting the Keto Diet
Everything You Need to Know About Starting the Keto Diet It seems like every year there’s a new diet fad sweeping the nation. Right now, that diet fad seems to be the ketogenic diet, or keto diet. The way this diet works is by telling you to reduce the amount of carbs you eat and increasing the fat you eat. While this seems counterintuitive to everything you’ve ever heard … [Read more...] about Everything You Need to Know About Starting the Keto Diet
Work Out Wednesday: up against the wall!
It’s the middle of the week and you are feeling stressed and blah? Well, what better way to pep yourself up than with a quick and powerful exercise! Let’s do some WALL SQUATS! No excuses gang, this one is really convenient! Go find a solid wall in your house or job (or at the mall, if necessary!) and pretend there is a chair up against that wall. Now sit down in your … [Read more...] about Work Out Wednesday: up against the wall!
Lainie is “One Fit Mommy”
About a year ago I came across Ashley Horner’s site and was immediately inspired. I bought a few of her training programs and loved the intense, crazy workouts that pushed me beyond my comfort zone. I joined her Facebook group and “met” a bunch of awesome women who are the definition of strong. (We like to call ourselves “Ashletes”!) I’m going to feature many of them over … [Read more...] about Lainie is “One Fit Mommy”
Tina is One Fit Mommy!
Today’s fit mommy is Tina, who blogs over at Faith Fitness Fun. Tina is a busy mom of two who blogs about the 3 basic components of true health. Please read on for more about Tina and why she is definitely “One Fit Mommy”! Q: Have you always been fit? What inspired you to live a fit lifestyle? I have always been athletic. I cheered and did gymnastics for 14 years and … [Read more...] about Tina is One Fit Mommy!
One Fit Mommy: Carla (aka MizFit)
Meeting other fit moms always inspires me. I love to hear about how others fit in the time and what has (and has not) worked for them. Therefore I am starting a new series called “One Fit Mommy”, where I will introduce you to other fit mommies around the globe. Today’s “One Fit Mommy” is Carla, which many of us know as MizFit. She is a former personal trainer, now a writer … [Read more...] about One Fit Mommy: Carla (aka MizFit)
Creating my own Crossfit style workouts
I’ve always wanted to belong to a Crossfit “box” but unfortunately there are none in my area. So each day I try to create my own WOD and usually it involves a child or two. (or 4!) My workout is usually done at the park and looks something like this: While at the park, I try and do as many burpees, frog jumps, walking lunges, squats, bench jumps, pushups and laps around … [Read more...] about Creating my own Crossfit style workouts
Try this to make burpees more challenging
There was a time in my life that I detested burpees. I really hated them. Now, I get so excited when I find a new way to make burpees more challenging! Here is a variation with battle ropes, that is guaranteed to make you sweat! Try it out and let me know what you think! 1 slam/1 burpee2 slams/1 burpee3 slams/1 burpee4 slams/1 burpee5 slams/1 burpeeand then repeat all the … [Read more...] about Try this to make burpees more challenging