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Don’t Waste Your Time Waist Training

As I scroll through my Facebook and Instagram feeds I cannot help but notice the influx of young woman flaunting their tiny waistlines.  Some of these physiques seem oddly perfect and yet clearly unattainable.  Were these women born with genetic gifts from … Continue reading

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Celebrating Mom Every Day

For those that know me well I can be found at any given gym in the metro area for a few hours at a clip whether it be training my amazing clients or training myself hardcore for my next competition, … Continue reading

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Easy At-Home Workouts for Busy Women

Whether you’re rushing to the bus stop to make your 8:00am meeting while juggling your handbag, laptop and latte or you’re home changing diapers while cleaning, cooking and doing laundry, chances are you’re living a very busy lifestyle.  Who knew women … Continue reading

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The Power of Personal Training

Pass by your local gym just about any time of day and you are bound to see many members visiting the facility.  The fitness craze in America has hit an all-time high and gym memberships are on the rise.  Now, … Continue reading

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Green Coffee Bean Extract- Myth or Magic Pill?

Last year the Almighty Dr. Oz aired a segment on the latest miracle supplement to hit the shelves: Green Coffee Bean Extract. A study published in the journal on Diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome and Obesity stated that subjects who consumed the … Continue reading

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Fight Fat with Fat

Believe it or not, fat is our best source of fuel and is absolutely crucial to the healthy functioning of our bodies. Dietary fat plays a major role in helping us achieve our weight loss goals. Specifically, fat maximizes our … Continue reading

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Nutritious & Delicious Irish Soda Bread

St. Patrick’s Day celebrations just wouldn’t be the same without enjoying a traditional Irish Soda Bread. Each year, my mother and I bake our secret family recipe passed down by my Great Aunt Marie. Yet, in an effort to stay … Continue reading

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Banish Cellulite Now

For thin and overweight women alike, cellulite can be a real issue causing dimpled skin on the stomach, legs, booty and arms. Cellulite is basically an uneven distribution of fat within the connective tissues. Many factors affect a person’s predisposition … Continue reading

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Keen on Quinoa

March is National Nutrition Month so I’d like to turn the spotlight on one of the world’s most powerful foods. If you haven’t heard of this super food yet get ready to indulge in a perfect plant protein loaded with … Continue reading

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Feeling Sore? Blame DOMS!

Personally, I love the feeling of muscle soreness I experience the day after a heavy training session. It lets me know that I targeted those muscles precisely and challenged them to grow. When we engage in an exercise with increased … Continue reading

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