Good news readers! My comments are back to the Wordpress comments so hopefully commenting will be much easier again. I want it to be easy for you all to say hi! :) And now for an *almost* wordless weekend post! We decided somewhat last minute … [Read more...]
Machine-less Cardio
It's been crazy busy around here with things picking up at our gym, our wedding anniversary, our first weekend away in awhile and CJ's baptism/birthday. As you can imagine some things have had to take a back seat over the last few months. For … [Read more...]
Return of the Track Workouts
Well that weekend went by way too fast. Anyone else feel the same way? I mentioned that I have a hard time relaxing, but I did my best this weekend. I got to spend two full days with my husband and son (and my parents too). Connor absolutely love … [Read more...]
Partner Kettlebell Swing Workout
I mentioned that we squeezed in a quick kettlebell workout during our family weekend away in New Hampshire this past weekend. Side Note Last time we were up in New Hampshire for Christmas/New Years vacation I actually had a kettlebell swing … [Read more...]
Done Already?
I've been a little MIA this week for all good reasons. Work's been busy and we've got a lot going on in the Skill of Strength world. Connor hasnt' been sleeping well this week and I decided to snuggle him this morning instead of training at home. … [Read more...]
Squats, Pull Ups and Swings
Thanks to the wonderful program design by my husband, every workout that I'm doing right now (excluding flush/recovery days) consists of three main exercises: squats pull ups and/or chin ups swings or snatches I can't say these are the … [Read more...]
Kettlebells Are Better Than Running
I used consider myself a runner. In fact, I still enjoy a good run now and then. Especially if it's included as part of a track workout or sprinting up a mountain in New Hampshire with my husband. I even enjoy a good 'ole jog every once in awhile, … [Read more...]
Fitting in Workouts with a Newborn
I have to say, taking care of my little man is a lot more work than I ever would have imagined. After 2.5 weeks of being home with him, I'm finally starting to feel like I'll be able to eventually get in some type of a routine and accomplish a few … [Read more...]
Sweaty Momma-To-Be
Amazingly, I had a great workout this past Sunday. I have mentioned before that during pregnancy, and especially towards the end of my third trimester, I have had some days where I feel a lot more energetic than others. Last week most of my workouts … [Read more...]
Video: Kettlebell Snatches
During Third Trimester Pregnancy
I'm currently 33.5 weeks pregnant and we filmed this video yesterday. I definitely need some work on my kettlebell snatch form, but wanted to show that snatches are possible (and awesome in my opinion) during late pregnancy. I actually have a lot … [Read more...]