Get Your Mind Right Get Your Mind Right! is one of my favorite mantras. So many people attempt to make changes in their lives without setting their minds to changing. In order for you to hit your fat loss goals you must get your mind right. In my experience as a fitness professional the ... read more >
My coach Roxie Beckles competed in a show this past weekend. She did not get the result she had hoped for and she handled herself with class and dignity because she knew that she brought her best to the competition. She worked her hardest and that was the main point. She could not control who ... read more >
Part 3: The importance of Soft Tissue Work Fiercelyfit Trainer: First we need to address your tissue quality. Your connective tissue is what surrounds your muscles. We want to make sure that your tissues are elastic and minimize the knots and adhesions that form in the tissues. Sue Ellen: Well how do we do that? ... read more >
I've worked in gyms for nearly 10 years and I have noticed something interesting. People who are focused on losing weight do not stick with their program, but people who are there because they like the way they feel and also have found workouts that they enjoy are much more likely to stick with it. ... read more >
Do you know that I have never worn a bathing suit in public as an adult woman? I just bought my first bikini this year and that was because I wanted to use them for my progress photos. So of course the first time I decide to wear a bikini in public it has to ... read more >
I am walking with an extra serving of "Giving it to the People" these days. Most would assume it comes from dropping nearly 10 pounds and seeing my body change. But that's not it Most would assume my extra amount of confidence these days all stems from the physical changes, but that has ... read more >
Part 2: Injury and the Recreational Runner It has been said that 70-80% of runners get injured. When we think about running injuries, how many of those injuries are cardiovascular in nature? Very few. Most of the injuries we hear about are are to the joints and muscles. Why does this happen? ... read more >
I will not be competing in July as I previously planned. Instead my coach has moved me to an August 5 show. This will give me the time to bring my best package to the stage. I think a good coach will be honest with you and let you know if you're ready or not. ... read more >
Part 1: I should run because I want to lose weight Let’s meet Sue Ellen Hewing from Dallas, TX. (obviously) Sue Ellen is a 35 year old woman who has a desk job and sits all day. Sue Ellen has found that she can no longer wear her pants anymore because she has ... read more >
This past weekend was a rough one On Friday I felt like I just got hit by a truck and this continued until Morning. I also had my first posing lesson and I sucked pretty bad. I didn't fall down which was a major victory, but I know I have a long way ... read more >
