Your core is the powerhouse, which helps with daily functional movements. Many people only recognize abdominal muscles as body’s core. Core muscles are more than just the six-pack ab-muscles. The front and back muscles of the body's midsection are called…
If you haven’t tried side planks, you are missing out. Side plank is a unilateral core drill. The unilateral nature of this drill makes it excellent for identifying and correcting muscle imbalance and weakness. Research has found that people with…
Thanksgiving is here! I love this holiday and the values it teaches. It teaches family traditions, the value of giving, gratitude, and sharing food. However, Thanksgiving also means being around food, a lot of meal prep, the stress of hosting,…
I have been in search of an alternative to chicken salad for a long time. One day I had extra grilled salmon and cucumbers on hand. So, I went into my pantry, grabbed a few ingredients, and prepared my first…
Shopping for a holiday gifts for the athlete in your life doesn't have to be hard. If you've got an athlete or fitness enthusiast in your life, then you know that they dedicate hours to training and recovering. Having the…
Gratitude means being grateful and expressing thanks, and recognizing others in your life. Practicing gratitude has enormous benefits for positive mental health. But the benefits go beyond mindfulness and mental health. Research shows that individuals who regularly practice gratitude have…
Marathon season is here. That means our clients and some of us, coaches, are training for a long-distance race. Marathon training involves more than just putting one foot in front of the other. Nutrition during the training is as essential…
Success Strategies for Achieving Fitness Goals Many of us strive each day to achieve fitness goals. Many of us struggle with the obstacles that we face each day as well. We believe in instant gratification, and when we don't get…
When you open the vault of back exercises, there are many options available to you. Bent over row is the star of the vault. Bent over row is a complete back-builder: upper back, lower back, lats, traps, spinal erectors. Pulling…
I love PS season. Yes! PS is pumpkin spice. The chilly fall mornings make me crave everything pumpkin. What better way to start your day than with pumpkin pancakes? These healthy GF and dairy free pumpkin pancakes have a fluffy texture,…