Obviously as a trainer and workout enthusiast, my wallet is no stranger to athletic wear brands. In fact, we have had to have some “come to Jesus” talks about being a bit to trigger-happy with workout gear. And chances are…
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The classic battle of which workout regimen reigns supreme has been going on as long as people have exercised. At this point, we’ve all seen the women who credit their new sculpted bodies to their daily “hot girl walks” just…
We’ve all been there—staring down at the fitness tracker strapped around our wrist, wondering what in the world is “HRV Stress”? Does your heart get stressed out like you do when facing an impending deadline or navigating through the morning…
If you’ve been working toward your health and fitness goals for a while but feel like you haven’t made any progress, or you are just getting started on your fitness journey, this article is for you. With an abundance of…
It’s no secret that the booty craze is in full force. As a personal trainer, this is one of the top requests I get from my female clients—how to build a booty. If 2023 is the year you want to…
Testosterone is a male hormone that is naturally occurring in women as well but in much smaller amounts. Men may experience reduced body fat and increased muscle mass as a result of testosterone therapy. But is the same true for…
Peloton is one of the most popular exercise tools that allows you to take studio fitness classes in the comfort of your own home. As a personal trainer, I get a lot of questions about Peloton, if it’s worth adding…
The supplement world is a scary one—filled with false advertising claims and minimal to no vetting or testing. The FDA does not regulate supplements the same way it does prescription drugs. So, supplement companies can—and do—make all sorts of wild…
90% of the clients that train with me have the goal of getting defined abs, and I get a lot of questions specifically about “V lines.” Or more specifically, the chiseled part of your lower abs that resembles the shape…
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