Finding Motivation to Work Out Regularly: A Busy Parent’s Guide
Life often presents us with a hectic schedule filled with work demands, family responsibilities, and a never-ending to-do list. Finding motivation to work out regularly can be challenging, especially when you’ve never made exercise a part of your life. If you’re a 35-50-year-old parent with a stressful job, this blog post is tailored to your […]
Mastering the Art of Food Prep: 10 Tips for Easy Meal Preparation
Are you tired of scrambling to put together last-minute meals or constantly resorting to takeout because you lack the time or energy to cook? If so, you’re not alone. Food preparation, or “food prep” for short, can be a game-changer when it comes to making healthy eating more manageable, saving time, and reducing stress. Let’s […]
Don’t go alone
Three good cyclists will always beat one cyclist to the top of the hill. Going up that hill alone is harder. The whole way you have the wind in your face pushing you back. You have no time to rest. The only thing you can rely on is your legs and they’re starting to burn. […]
Crush Your Plateaus: Embrace the Journey to Progress!
Stuck in a workout rut, feeling frustrated with stagnant progress? Don’t let plateaus hold you back! Overcoming workout plateaus is a testament to your strength and determination. Discover the strategies to break free from stagnation and reignite the fire within! Step 1: Assess Your Routine Take a closer look at your current workout routine. Are […]
Strong leaves weather the storm
Recently there was a big weather storm at our house. We either were awakened in the middle of the night from heavy winds, woke up to trees down near our home, or some people even lost power for several hours. But the next morning when I went outside my house and saw all of the […]
Consistency increases longevity
I still remember my first CrossFit workout. It was January 2010. I was 29 years old and I had just completed a marathon race two weeks before. But here I was on the floor of No Excuses CrossFit with my heart pounding and gasping for air. I had so many questions running through my mind. […]
The power of personal training
In the world of fitness, achieving your health and wellness goals can sometimes feel like a daunting task. Whether you’re looking to lose weight, build muscle, improve your overall fitness, or work on specific athletic endeavors, personal training can be the key to your success. Personal trainers are more than just fitness guides; they are […]
Step Into Cardio with Confidence
Ready to step up your fitness game and explore the world of cardio workouts? Whether you’re a complete newbie or restarting your fitness journey, cardio is your key to unlocking a healthier, stronger you! Discover the magic of beginner-friendly cardio workouts and take your first steps towards a fitter and happier lifestyle! Step 1: Start […]
The core of the problem
A few weeks ago we posted a blog singing the praises of the loaded carry. Welp, there’s a pretty core benefit that we neglected to mention, which is building core strength WITHOUT needing to do flexion based core work. Why is this important? Everyone and their mom knows that core strength is vital, BUT the common wisdom […]
What’s your operating capacity?
One of the things I enjoy about personal training is making a connection with the client. We often do this in between sets of their workout as we chat. You get to know the person better — likes, dislikes, routine, family life, etc. That’s how a personal training client and I started talking about operating […]