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I took a week off of strength training - here is what happened
Last week, I pressed pause on my usual strength training routine. No heavy lifts. No circuits. No max reps. Instead, I turned my focus to mobility, and intentional recovery — things that often get pushed to the back burner when you’re grinding hard in the gym or outdoors. And here’s what happened:
Are liquid calories hurting your progress?
If you’re training consistently, but not seeing the fat loss or energy improvements you expected…liquid calories might be the hidden culprit.
WHY YOU FALL OFF TRACK EVERY WEEKEND - AND HOW TO BREAk THE CYCLE
Let’s be real: You’re solid Monday through Thursday. The meals are dialed in. You hit your workouts. You feel like you’re in control. But then Friday hits. And somehow… it all unravels. A “I’ll get back on track Monday” mindset that keeps repeating. Here’s the truth…
Try these ten deep core exercises
A workout is about more than just breaking a sweat—so much of what makes fitness special is how it helps you train for real life and support your body in everyday activities. Here are ten core exercises to add in to your routine.
I Tried Creatine for 30 days: Here are my thoughts
As a busy mom and entrepreneur, I have struggled with fatigue and recovering from my strength and conditioning workouts–So, I tried creatine for 30 days and here’s what happened!