2020 was my first year without a gym in 20 years. While I do miss the gym because of the atmosphere and the variety of equipment, I have learned to do the best I can with my home workout equipment. I've written about how much I enjoy the workouts on the Peloton app, YouTube yoga ... read more >
I recently came across an article in the Washington Post regarding Millennials and why they are experiencing so much hip pain. Before I even read the article, I knew what the answer was: Bad Hip Mobility, Lack of attention to fundamental mechanics, poor flexibility, and too much impact with too little strength. The most popular ... read more >
I recently spent two days commuting back and forth about 50 miles. This commute took an hour and a half each way and by the time I got home I was tired. I did not feel like going to the gym or doing any type of exercise. I probably looked like good ole Glenn Close ... read more >
I recently took a morning Power Yoga class and it felt amazing. It was challenging and I was sore for a few days afterward. This reminded me of the importance of mixing up my exercise routine. It is so easy to get stuck in a rut and do the same thing over and over again. ... read more >
One of my pet peeves in group cycling are the people who don't want to put any resistance on the bike and either cruise for the hour or go at top speed but don't realize that this is the equivalent of lifting 1 pound weights for an hour. Now sure if you're severely out of ... read more >
Three Years ago I was the leanest I had ever been in my adult life. I was working out 6-7 days a week with intense workouts and on a restricted meal plan. Of course it wasn't sustainable and it affected my metabolism and psyche, but one of the biggest lessons learned during that ordeal was ... read more >
When I first meet with clients they are often surprised that the session does not involve a trainer that is giving them a workout that leaves them seeing stars and feeling like they got hit by a truck. That's amateur hour Throughout my career I have had the privilege of training at different facilities. At ... read more >
Some Coaches are afraid to talk about periods because it's uncomfortable to talk about in public, but not this one! Here I am to be LOUD and PROUD about Surfing the Crimson wave (as the great Cher Horowitz once said) Please look it up. Frankly our hormone levels in regards to nutrition and training is ... read more >
1. Get Your Mind Right Oksana Chusovitina, Uzebekistan, Gymnastics The 41 Year Old Gymnast shows why Mindset Matters Most From ESPN.com: At this time, I don't need much physical training," she said. "I do a lot of mental training. I have muscle memory that my body has developed over the years. I typically put in ... read more >
This summer I am sick of the gym. I find myself unmotivated to go to the gym and slog through a workout. Summer provides a perfect opportunity to take a break from the gym and go do other activities. As a matter of fact, many of the athletes I follow as well as smart fitness ... read more >