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NASM Weight Loss Specialist Exam + Study tips
A couple of months ago, in my first attempt to beef up my personal training knowledge and certifications, I took the NASM personal training exam. I had been studying for it on and off for quite a while, and in the end, was so glad I took my time with the course. I learned a…
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Egg-free protein-packed breakfasts
Hi friends! Good morning <3 I’m happy you enjoyed the Shockwave post -I can’t wait to try it out again- and keep your giveaway entries coming! I’ll announce the winner on Friday with the start of a new weekend giveaway. I’ll give you a hint: it’s very powerful and you can blend things in it…
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My cleaning chart + around the house tips
Hi friends 🙂 Happy Monday! Thank you so much Livi’s “get well” wishes. Thankfully she’s been on the ups (knock on wood), so hopefully it continues to stay that way. Recently, I got a request for a post about home organization, and since it’s fun to switch things up around here, I thought I’d roll…
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That post about juicing
Today was a pretty wonderful and normal Tuesday. It’s hard to believe it’s Livi’s last day of being one! We spent it hanging out at home in our jammies, enjoying a walk around Coscto with nana -eating all the samples- and some mini cupcakes. I have to show you guys a pic of last night’s…
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Fitness trends for 2014
I read something online a few weeks ago that kind of made me stop in my neon-clad booty-popping tracks: “Zumba is going to be like the mom jeans of the fitness world.” As you guys know, I’m a HUGE Zumba fan, so needless to say, the quote stung a little. Things tend to be more…
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What’s in the way of your goals?
Hi friends! How’s your day going? It’s been a great one over here. I started off the day with a GPP workout in the garage. It looks easy when you first glance at it, until you realize that you have to do 15 burpees in between every strength set. And then you do that all…
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How I {foam} roll + a video
This post is dedicated to the foam roller. You help me prevent running injuries, and while small in stature, you’re also able to make grown men cry. (I’ve seen it and it’s pretty hilarious.) I adore you and loathe you so much at the same time 😉 One of the things I’m most commonly asked…
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Fall fitness faves
(try saying that five times fast!) Before we get this party started, I have to tell you about two things. 1) Trader Joe’s has K-cups!!!! 2) We’re getting a spin bike today. I’m a little too excited about the second one, as I’ve wanted a spin bike for about 5 years now. I was given…
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Taming the snack monster
Hi friends 🙂 How’s your day going? Lately I’ve been doing something fun that I haven’t done in a while: training a client on a distance basis. Recently, I got an email asking for some guidance, and decided to go for it since this particular individual knows how to lift weights and is already comfortable…
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When your spouse or significant other isn’t into fitness
Hi friends! How’s your day going so far? The Halloween bug is slowly taking over our house and I’m so excited to get up some holiday decor. I spent last night drinking a glass of wine and painting pumpkins: (I have awesome plans for the last pumpkin.. just need to replen my puffy paint supply)…
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Fueling for fitness classes + training
Hi friends! Hope you’re enjoying the morning. I started mine off with a short run in our brand-spanking-new brisk weather. It’s amazing what a little cool breeze can do for an outdoor workout! I’m determined to savor it as long as possible. I did 3 miles and then came home for a short stretch… it…
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Nighttime workouts
Hello! Happy humpday 🙂 Hope you’re having a wonderful morning! I’m so excited that so many of you have already tried the zucchini pizza. Glad you’re enjoying it as much as we did! 🙂 Lately I’ve received quite a few questions about nighttime workouts, especially after posting the Monsoon Sweat Workout. To be real, I…
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