Strength training is by far the most effective way to supercharge your weight loss and maximize the returns of those many hours spent on your fitness program. I loved your enthusiastic response to my post last week where I share why I believe every woman should incorporate strength training in her workout routine and am excited about the number of you who are ready to commit to strength … [Read more...]
5 Reasons Women Should Strength Train
"Nice guns lady!" Living in LA where we enjoy hot weather most of the year I get comments like this quite frequently, and always from men. Truth be told there was time I wasn't so sure I liked the attention on my biceps. I felt a little embarrassed and longed for more slender arms. I felt a little too manly and I did not like that one bit. Those days are long gone though and that type of … [Read more...]
Fitness Friday – Mastering the Push-Up in 5 Easy Steps
"I wish I could do push ups!" is something I hear all too frequently from women I meet. Many of the women I work with dream of mastering the push but they are convinced they do not have the strength. This could not be further from the truth! Push ups are a weight bearing exercise that is wonderful for strength training, and I encourage all women to get comfortable with them. Yes it's … [Read more...]