What’s the difference between being vegan and vegetarian? A vegan is a person who does not consume or use any animal products. This means not consuming any type of meat, in addition to eggs, diary, and other animal-derived substances. The term ethical vegan also applies to a vegan diet but…
Pilates has become synonymous with lean, sculpted bodies. But did you know that it’s also an excellent way to produce core power to excel in performance during other activities? Pilates may look simple from afar, but I can assure you, it’s a serious core workout. The method challenges your…
Mental preparation is the key to a successful workout. That’s right. Just mindfully and with intention, visualizing a workout before you begin exercising has been found to yield actual physical benefits and can even make you stronger. The fact is that mental imagery of motor movement tends to use the…
I am a 47-year-old wife and mother of two beautiful children (ages 18 and 15). I was in the best shape of my life when I turned 46, working out 5-6x a week on my Total Gym combined with free weights/dumbbells. Unfortunately, in January 2017, I was diagnosed with Stage…
Sunday Funday is here! That’s right, today is my active recovery day. As much as I love working out on my Total Gym six days a week, I look forward to spending quality time outside with my daughter Emma. Emma is 11 years old and very active. She is in…
How often have you heard that skipping breakfast is the worst mistake you can make? What about all the media reports and so-called health experts that claim that missing breakfast is a huge contributor to weight gain and obesity? Nothing can be further from the truth! It is actually healthier…
I love getting the famous saying of where do Plant-Based eating people get their protein? Well, if someone has asked that they've never heard of beans! I love snacking on roasted chickpeas for a protein punch. Not only are they delicious and easy to travel with, but they…
Have you ever viewed the concept of jump roping and wondered what the true benefits of doing so are? In my world as a fitness professional, it seems that most adults who think about jump roping consider it an activity for children and/or boxers. However, did you know that jump…
Tea tree also commonly known as melaleuca, is a well-known essential oil known for its health promoting benefits. It’s been used for hundreds of years for its powerful antiseptic properties and ability to treat wounds. Tea tree is mainly derived from the Australian native plant Melaleuca alternifolia. Tea tree…
Regular gym goers and fitness enthusiasts are often looking for ways to tone their bodies as quickly as possible while simultaneously getting leaner and stronger so that when their bodies are on display, they can show it with confidence. Everyone is unique and has different body types so one fitness…