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Progress isn’t always linear. We think progress is a steady and gradually incline, but sometimes there are twists, turns, highs, and lows. Looking at these images, we can see how achieving our goals isn’t one steady straight line, but rather, it ebbs and flows. Life happens, and we may have some set backs and may … Read more
When it comes to working out, most of us either gravitate more towards cardio or more towards strength training, but in this post I talk about how important it is to do both! Let’s go over the differences between each. Cardio is an activity that increases your heart rate and involves repetitive movement for a … Read more
Q1 is officially over, and it has been a whirlwind! March was a great balance of work and play. As I continue to grow and learn how to run my business, I also engaged in more leisurely activities and hung out with the people I care about. As a trainer, I am focused on training, … Read more
Spring break is here, and summer break will be here soon too, which means vacation time! Vacations are great for resting and recharging. It’s also a great way to stay active. Here are some ways to get movement in while you’re away: I hope you found this week’s post to be helpful! For more tips, … Read more
It might sound weird, but we need to take care of our feet! We walk and move on our feet everyday, yet it’s probably the least cared for. Each foot has 33 joints, 26 bones, and more than a hundred muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Considering we have a total of 206 bones in our body, … Read more
My, how time flies! February is a short month, but this year we had an extra day with the leap year. I never understood how that worked, but it’s alright. February was filled with friendship, love, and fun! The beginning of the month, my high school best friends came down to visit and had a … Read more
I’ve heard it time and time again – “I don’t have time to work out.” “I was too busy today so I’ll work out tomorrow.” We don’t realize how much time we have in a day or even a week so I’ll break it down for you! We have 24 hours in a day. A … Read more
When we think of fitness, we mostly think of movement. We think of lifting, running, taking a fitness class, the list goes on and on. Fitness is more than just working out. It also includes nutrition and regeneration. When I first started training at Equinox in 2017, their philosophy about fitness changed my perspective. They … Read more
Hello 2024! This year has already been off to an eventful start. I knew this year was going to be good, and last month was proof of that! We rung in the new year at home with hot pot, which was so delicious and comforting in this cold weather! Last month, I spent a lot … Read more
Saunas and ice baths have gained a lot of popularity. From athletes to celebrities, we see people using saunas and ice baths all over the internet. Is it worth the hype? There is still ongoing research on their benefits, but I wanted to list the potential benefits of each! Also please consult a doctor before … Read more