Tag Archives: Fitness

How to Make Exercise a Habit

Let’s face it – we all know that regular exercise is good for us. Despite this being widely accepted and understood, many of us are still not exercising on a regular basis. Coming from someone who has spent their life staying active through sports and training in the gym, even I have gone through periodsContinue reading “How to Make Exercise a Habit”

My 5 Favourite Exercises for Defined Glutes (no glute bridges or Bulgarian split squats required!)

This article contains affiliate links. The author shares their journey of building strong glutes. They emphasize the importance of glute strength for women and provide 5 favorite exercises: kickstand deadlifts, banded side steps, cable pull-throughs, straight-leg kickbacks, and step tap-ups. Each exercise is described in detail for effective glute development and overall strength.

Best New Sports Bras for Women: Amazon, Halara, and GymShark

When choosing a sports bra for summer, it’s important to find one that offers support, comfort, and style. Amazon and GymShark offer a variety of options, from high impact to breathable materials, catering to different preferences. Halara also provides low to medium support options with stylish designs for various activities.

Choosing the Right Rep Range for Your Fitness Goals

When choosing a workout rep range, consider your fitness goals. 1-6 reps build strength and power, requiring intense effort. 7-12 reps focus on muscle growth and toning. 13+ reps are for endurance, useful for repetitive tasks. Understanding these ranges helps tailor workouts for desired results, optimizing fitness progress and performance.

Why is Rest Important in Your Workout Program?

Studying fitness and health emphasized the crucial role of rest in training programs. Different goals require different rest periods to allow muscle recovery and achieve optimal results, enhancing performance and strength.

This Fake Brie Larson Workout Program Almost Had Me Fooled

After seeing Brie Larson at the SAG-AFTRA awards earlier this year where she was looking in tip-top shape in a beautiful pink gown, I felt re-inspired to try a structured program at the gym. For months I had just been going in following my old routine very loosely (squat, bench, back, deadlift), but I knewContinue reading “This Fake Brie Larson Workout Program Almost Had Me Fooled”

The Hip Thrust: How to Correct Your Form so Your Lower Back Doesn’t Hurt

The hip thrust is super popular and great for the booty, but can cause back pain if done wrong. Here’s a step-by-step guide to perfect your form and avoid injury. Happy lifting!

My Current Workout Routine – Spring 2024

My current workout routine is focused on strengthening my whole body, while supporting better hip, knee and shoulder health. I noticed over the winter that each of these joints were more susceptible to injury and have spent most of the new year with my right knee taped. I also find I don’t feel as strongContinue reading “My Current Workout Routine – Spring 2024”

Natural Sources of Protein to Help You Hit Your Protein Goals (without Supplements)

I always recommend natural sources of macros before turning to supplements (if you can). In this article, I cover the natural sources of protein in both the animal protein category, and plant-based sources of protein to help you build a meal plan with enough protein to support your workouts, and enough nutrients to support your healthy lifestyle.