I've gotten back to a more normal routine (at least more normal for my pregnancy) this week. My injuries are feeling better and I've actually been sleeping well which has been a treat. Knock on wood! Today's pregnancy fun was made up of raging … [Read more...]
Birthing Class Review
My husband and I spent the majority of the day Sunday in a birthing class. Overall, I would say that it was a great experience. I didn't learn anything earth shattering, but it was good to get a few questions answered, see the hospital and learn some … [Read more...]
Your Relationship with Food: Are Your Genes to Blame?
The other day I saw an article on Women's Health called Why We Love Food. It's an interesting read if you have a chance to check it out, but it basically covers where our food preferences, behaviors and overall relationship with food comes … [Read more...]
Working Out with Injuries
I started to get discouraged after last week's pregnancy setbacks, especially the groin pain and the dislocated shoulder. I did take a day off from working out after I dislocated my shoulder, but I knew that I needed to figure out some workouts I … [Read more...]
Third Trimester Pregnancy Training Video – Upper Body Push and Pull
Here's a video from this past weekend. I wanted to demonstrate an upper body push and pull combination. These are great exercises to do back-to-back to work opposing muscles. Both are great exercises whether you are pregnant or not! First exercise … [Read more...]
What I’m Loving About Pregnancy
After writing a post about everything I'm missing during pregnancy last week, I figured I should follow it up with some of my favorite things about pregnancy. I certainly don't want anyone to feel discouraged since being pregnant is a gift, an … [Read more...]
Baby Bump or Sweat Catcher?
Apparently the baby bump can also double as a sweat catcher! I had a great workout this morning that included kettlebell swings (two-handed and one-handed) as well as kettlebell snatches and some intervals on the Arc Trainer. I had to laugh … [Read more...]
5 Reasons to Lift Heavier Weights
I actually started this blog a few days ago and then today I came across the article I mention below and felt compelled to finish my post. So many females are afraid of lifting heavy weights for fear of getting too big or bulking up. They just … [Read more...]
Precision Nutrition Certification
Another certification complete! :) We all know that exercise alone does not lead to weight loss and/or good health. That said, I knew I needed to learn more about nutrition in order to really help my clients get the results they're looking for. … [Read more...]
Total Body Workout – 10 Exercises in 30 Minutes
If you just have 30 minutes to workout...give this quickie a try. It's short, but tough. This is a workout I would do if I was not pregnant as well...I would just use heavier weights. :) I used 40/20 intervals (40 seconds of work for each exercise … [Read more...]