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October 2, 2017
A funny thing happens when I am socializing and meeting new people.…
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September 19, 2017
Cardio workouts are a very valuable part of a well-rounded exercise…
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September 5, 2017
If you’ve been following along with me with summer you’ve…
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August 21, 2017
I am THRILLED to see the words “lift heavy” in the media…
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August 14, 2017
Last week I shared all the juicy details on exactly how I lost…
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August 7, 2017
You’ve probably noticed some changes in my body over the past…
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July 24, 2017
It’s a pretty darn unhealthy habit and it’s born into us:…
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July 11, 2017
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You’ve been told to “keep your back flat” an You’ve been told to “keep your back flat” and here is why that’s bad advice 💫 . Here are two of my favorite strength moves where you’ve been told to keep a “flat back” . In truth, your back is not designed to be flat - you’ve got two big curvatures, and two smaller ones. . Keeping a “flat back” on moves like these is the fast track to a back injury or muscle strain (🙋🏼‍♀️I speak from experience). . You actually DON’T want a flat back. . I’d love for the fitness industry to stop using this phrase. What’s more accurate is to “Brace your spine, and hold a neutral arch.” . After 30 years of coaching humans I know there are 2 kinds of people... ☝🏻Those who tend to OVER arch their lower back ✌🏻Those who tend to UNDER arch their lower back 🙋🏼‍♀️ . In order to check your tech on this, it’s important to use a mirror or shoot video of yourself from the side so you can learn more about how YOUR body moves. . You want SOME curvature in your lower and mid back. . How to do it? - Start with soft, slightly bent knees. This unlocks your pelvis and let’s your spine fall into place. - Brace your core muscles as if preparing to get punched in the tummy. Your abdomen should contract inward, towards your spine. - Practice rotating your pelvis anteriorly (arched back) and posteriorly (flattened lower back) to find neutral - Contract your Glutes at the end of hip movements. This helps with Glute firing and stretches the hip flexors. . In these videos I’m showing 2 of my favorite moves, 3 different ways: Romanian Deadlift and Bent Over Rows with dumbbells, barbell and kettlebell. . Fun fact: In my 30’s I pulled my back doing RDL working out with a trainer friend because he kept pushing me to “keep a flat back” Even now I still need a bit more lower back and upper back arch 💪🏻 . Body transformation is a process and journey, not a 6 week event. It’s ok if you haven’t mastered this yet ❤️ . Curious: Do you incorporate these two moves in your workouts?
I thought I was eating “healthy” and yet, I al I thought I was eating “healthy” and yet, I always felt terrible, was always constipated (tmi?🤣) and felt bloated and fat all the time. . There was a time my then-husband sat me down and said, “WOMAN, would you stop saying “I’m fat” all the time?” 😂😂😂 . That day I realized things had to change. In my head I knew that I wasn’t “fat” but because my diet wasn’t right, I was bloated and retaining water - and that made me feel congested and fluffy. . I never felt well, never looked lean, and always had digestive issues. . If you struggle with the same, I get it! . After many years of strategy, and trial and error, I now eat VERY differently (swipe to see today compared to what I used eat)... (and don’t miss the last one if you need a smile today) . Listen, there is a solution. It may not be a straight forward path, but there IS a reason you don’t feel well, or see the results of your efforts in the gym. . And it usually starts with food. . It’s important to have a foundation of strength training and strategic cardio - but - if your nutrition isn’t right, you won’t thrive. . If you suspect your diet is to blame, it probably is. And sometimes it’s not as simple as eating “whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats” as you’ve been told. . Can you relate? I’m curious how many other women share my struggles too. . Let me know in the comments below (hey, that rhymes 🤣)
Body and Happiness 🌙 For SO long I believed tha Body and Happiness 🌙 For SO long I believed that I’d be happy once I achieved the body goals I had in my mind’s eye. . In truth, I actually DO believe that the achievement of goals IS part of a path to satisfaction in life. . And I’m certainly happier when my body is healthy, strong, pain-free, and energized. . But...it’s also possible to BE HAPPY NOW...with the body that you have, in its perfection, while you’re on the path to making it better - whatever YOUR definition of better is. . You can want “better” AND honor, cherish, love, and adore the body you currently have. . Once I got that straight everything changed. . Today I encourage you to truly celebrate all of your wins, all of your progress, all the things you dig about yourself. . Then, objectively identify one aspect of your health or body that you’d like to be better. . And go after it. Because you can have both: happiness and self acceptance now, and the health and body you want tomorrow. . You deserve it all, my friend. And it IS possible. . ❤️❤️❤️
Shoulders The National Institutes of Health repo Shoulders The National Institutes of Health reports that shoulder pain affects 18-26% of adults at any point in time. 🌟 If you’ve suffered from shoulder issues or injuries this post is for you! 🌙 Neck discomfort or pain? The problem may actually be your shoulder girdle instead of your neck. When my clients complain of “holding stress in the neck” I know that some good shoulder strengthening will do the trick! 💫 The key to success with these exercises is... 1. START LIGHT! The muscles around the shoulders are actually very small, and often weak. Start with a very light band or a 2 or 3 pound DB. 2. SET the joint! In the first video I demonstrate how to retract and depress the shoulder joint before beginning the move. 🌙 “Shoulders back and down” is one of the most important positioning cues for nearly every strength exercise. 🌟 I’m curious for my mental Rolodex: have you suffered from shoulder issues now or in the past? Let me know below!
What does lifting “heavy” mean, exactly? . In What does lifting “heavy” mean, exactly? . In order to STRENGTH train correctly, it’s super important that you truly overload your muscles, consistently and progressively. . ☝🏻OVERLOAD | This means that you’re performing strength exercises at an effort level that truly challenges the current ability of your muscles and strength. 🌟 In order to become strong you literally have to force your muscles to work harder than they’re currently able to. And this is why rep range is so relevant. . How many reps should you use? Get your hands on a well-designed program that tells you. 🌙 There’s a lot of confusion on rep ranges these days. In my experience, my women get the best results through myofibrillar hypertrophy which is the result of heavier loads at lower reps ranges. . ✌🏻CONSISTENT | Pick a program and stick to it for 3-4 months, being religiously consistent in your workouts each week. Consistent number of workouts, consistent days of the week, consistent workout flow. Consistent allllll around 😬 . 💪🏻PROGRESSIVE | Every workout you should look for opportunities to increase the weight load during SOME exercises. . Strength is a bit mysterious. Some days you’ll feel super strong and some days you’ll feel sluggish. It’s normal. . “How much weight should I use?” is the most common question I get (other than, “Is that your natural hair color?” 😂) Your weight loads are dependent on your current ability. 50 pounds might be hard for me, but easy for you. It’s ALL about YOUR body and your current ability. . 1. Technique trumps EVERYTHING. I review this in more detail in my book Lift To Get Lean. 2. Follow the rep ranges in your programming that’s right for your goals. 3. The last 2 reps will tell you if you have the right weight load. Choose a weight load where the last two reps are truly hard, and cause a breakdown in your otherwise excellent technique. . YES, you can become stronger. NO, it doesn’t mean you’ll get bigger. YES, it’s hard work. NO, it doesn’t matter what your age is! . I always share great tips during my free Saturday workouts. Join us for a strength-based workout. It’s free, but you do have to sign up. Link in bio.
4 Transformational Moves for Legs, Chest, and Shou 4 Transformational Moves for Legs, Chest, and Shoulders 💫 If you know me, you know I love a split squat or two. And upright rows? When done correctly, they’ll completely transform your deltoid cap. 🌟 if you’re looking to develop strong and toned arms, I have found the targeting the deltoids is a shortcut. 🌟 this is an excerpt from my full length, follow along workout that I did for the #shapesquad workouts with @shape 🌙 Check out their IGTV tab for the full workout.
If I were stranded on a desert island and could on If I were stranded on a desert island and could only eat one food for the rest of my life it would be donuts. FOR SURE. . Happy National Donut Day! (did you know it’s a thing?) #nationaldonutday If I had to choose only one, I think it would be glazed. . Seems like the perfect day to introduce myself and WELCOME you to my community. Shout out to my friends @shape for today’s repost and HELLO if you’re new around here ❤️❤️❤️ . In all transparency, I don’t eat donuts very often because they make me feel terrible. But when I do indulge, I enjoy it 100% and feel ZERO guilt or regret. . Due to an autoimmune disorder, I have to be super careful with what I eat, and have a pretty restricted diet. Toxic mold nearly took me out and triggered Lyme disease I didn’t even know I had. . Despite it all, strength training has been my saving grace. I’m super passionate about helping women use strength training and strategic nutrition to transform their body...and their life. . Despite being in the fitness industry for nearly 30 years, it took me until the age of 40 to get into truly great shape. And it was a game changer. . Because of that, I refuse to believe that your age is a limitation in reaching your best body ever. You can be strong, fit, and empowered at every and ANY age! . Random facts about me: 🤷‍♀️I eat standing up nearly all the time 🌸As a kid I was super artistic. I took art and dance classes, sang in choir, and played the piano, viola, and trumpet. 🤣I’m obsessed with 90 Day Fiancé 🤩I spent 10 weeks on the campaign trail during the Iowa caucus in 2008. I met Barack Obama (before he became our President) on the tarmac. He and Hillary had huge planes, while I was on a much smaller one with now President Joe Biden! It was crazy. History being made and I was there. . Pet Peeves: Off- brand Q Tips Cheap toilet paper . Anyway...welcome dear friend. I’d love to learn about you. What is something about yourself that you LOVE? Comment below ❤️
Last week I was able to fly from rural Pennsylvani Last week I was able to fly from rural Pennsylvania to Los Angeles to surprise one of my best friends. . She just bought her first home and it’s a big deal as a she’s a single woman. I wanted to be a part of it, celebrate, and support her. . I found a wonderful Uber driver who was willing to take me 3 hours outside of LA for a reasonable price so that I could surprise her at the new house. We both cried. . Another driver brought me back to LA today. As we arrived, I realized I forgot my computer in Orange County - an HOUR away. . As I was frantically trying to figure out how I was going to get my computer, the driver said: “I’ll got get it for you. You can trust me.” . He dropped me off at my friend’s incredible home in Venice Beach and drove all the way back to Orange County to retrieve my computer for me. . I felt so much gratitude for him - and for the ability to pay him well for the service. . And here I am, safe and comfy, with my computer, a guest in the home of a generous friend. . This isn’t a rambling story about my day. . This is PROFOUND appreciation and gratitude for this incredible country that I live in. . That a single woman is able to buy her own home. That another single woman could travel around safely. That TWO wonderful Uber drivers took care of me. That I have a lovely place to stay. . All of this would not be possible without the men and women who have served this country. Who died so that we could live our lives in the ways we choose. . I don’t take any part of my life for granted. I recognize how privileged I am - in ALL ways. . My father is a veteran. His brother died in service. They sacrificed so that I could enjoy this life. . I know our country has problems. I know we have a ways to go. . And still...I can’t imagine living anywhere else. I love this country. And feel honored to be here. . #memorialday
Just because you haven’t succeeded yet, doesn’ Just because you haven’t succeeded yet, doesn’t mean you won’t. . I remember struggling so hard to feel well, energized, strong and lean. . I worked SO hard, and yet rarely looked much different. It seemed like nothing worked for my body. . While it took me too many years to reach my goals, it shouldn’t have taken so long. . I literally tried everything yet nothing worked. . Same??? . I so get it. . You work hard. You show up. You do all the things. . And yet, nothing seems to change. You don’t feel the results are there. . You start to believe that your body is different. Or broken somehow. . I promise you, it’s not. . Here are some things I learned along the way that really helped me transform my body... . ❤️ Fitness level reflects workouts, but aesthetics is more related to nutrition 🧡 Your body will change over time, but your age really isn’t as much of a limitation as you may think it is 💛 Some women do add muscle more easily than others, and, the more muscle the better! Don’t miss out on the metabolism-boosting benefits of lean muscle mass 💚 Cardio should be the icing on your strength training cake. Cardio is important, but strength training will transform you. Build all of your other weekly activities on a foundation of 3 to 4 strength workouts per week 💙 If low carb isn’t working for you, it isn’t working for you. I drop body fat faster when my daily carbohydrates are above 50%. Genetic testing shows that most women will see better results above 45% carbs 💜 Consistency. Consistency. Consistency. Your weekend habits really do impact your results even if you’re a saint during the week. . What do you want to know about achieving a smaller, tighter, leaner body? Let me know in the comments below. . And if you’re struggling with any of this, please know you’re not alone. Send me a DM if you want to talk about some solutions.
This goes out to my ladies who believe that it “ This goes out to my ladies who believe that it “just gets harder” as you get older ❤️ . I hear you, and I see you. I honor your struggle, because it’s REAL. And... . I promise you can work with the beautiful body you’ve been given, and make it better than ever. . It’s true that your body changes as you age. Some of it is hormones, and some of it is lifestyle. It’s true- you change. . And I’ve personally watched hundreds of my clients... 🌸 Become stronger 🌼 Get leaner 🌻 Feel better 🌹 Look fierce and sexy as hell . What has helped me personally in the past is this: . Is it POSSIBLE for me to be a little better than I am today? . Am I ABLE to become more fit? . Is it WITHIN THE REALM of possibility for me to take action towards the woman I want to be? . And the answer is always yes YES YESSSSSSS! . Move towards what you want and I promise you’ll see that - regardless of age - you are already fabulous AND you CAN become better than ever. . From my heart to yours ❤️❤️❤️
When you're on top of your training, nutrition, an When you're on top of your training, nutrition, and recovery, 9 out of 10 workouts should feel great.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ And when that one lousy workout shows up, just know that to some degree it's normal!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ It's time to start troubleshooting when you frequently experience fatigue or sluggishness during workouts.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ And if this is you, welcome to my club. This was me for years until I figured out the specific habits that lead to consistently awesome workouts.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ These days I look forward to, and am supercharged for pretty much every workout.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The truth is, once you master the different habits, your training sessions will pretty much always feel great - and it's the best feeling in the world.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I'm here to help you use strength training and nutrition to radically transform your body (and your life). Once you get the right habits in place, your body excels.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Often the hardest piece to the puzzle is nutrition. And this is exactly why I created the Learn to Eat Challenge. This FREE 5 day immersion course will help you better understand what your body needs in order to perform at its best.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The brand new Learn to Eat Challenge starts on Monday, May 17th and I'd love to have you join us. This is for you if you want to reduce hunger and cravings, improve energy, and fuel your body for peak performance. Link in bio to join us. It's free.
The ULTIMATE Test of Your Hip Thrust Tech... . If The ULTIMATE Test of Your Hip Thrust Tech... . If you feel like you haven’t yet mastered your technique on this move, this post is for you 🙌🏻 . While it seems like such a simple move, the hip thrust is a bit more complicated than you’d think. . There are nuances to your technique, but the ultimate goal is to hit an end position where you feel pretty much all of the load focused on your glutes. . The end position is everything 👍🏻 . And this test is the perfect way to determine if you’re hitting that optimal end position. . The dumbbell will tell you when your tech is off or 💯💯💯 . It’s helpful to have an elevated surface that’s at the right height relative to your body. . I am about 5’5 (and 1/2, thank you I’ll take it) and this bench is 16” from the floor. . I’d love to see you master this move as it really is super beneficial for so many things, beyond simply creating a great looking backside 🍑 . Talk to me. Is this helpful?
To my good friends at @shape magazine... . In my 2 To my good friends at @shape magazine... . In my 20’s I was lost and confused. In my 30’s I was married (and still lost and confused 😆) . At 40 I reached my best shape ever. . At 44 I published my first book. . At 49 my life is just starting. . Ladies...AGE MEANS NOTHING. . Can we please stop talking about it and start focusing on... . Contribution Health Self love Service Global consciousness. . It’s ok to be single. It’s ok to be married. It’s ok to have beautiful children, and it’s ok to have dogs instead. . I’d also love to start seeing more fit women over 40 in the media. It’s time to set some new standards. . Thank you. Good night.
Reciting my daily affirmations from the bath... . Reciting my daily affirmations from the bath... . Happy Friday, friend ❤️ . What attitudes are you owning this weekend? 🎉🌈✨💯
If you haven't met...it's time you do 🥳 . The T If you haven't met...it's time you do 🥳 . The Turmeric Sweet Potato Latte might be my greatest creation to date. Although, many women in my community might argue my Protein Perfect Breakfast Cake takes the cake 😆 . I'm loving this nourishing, soul-warming cup of heaven right now because... . 1. The macronutrients are perfectly balanced to stabilize blood sugar, keeping hunger and cravings at bay 2. It's got the ever-popular dose of collagen for lovely hair, skin, and strong nails 3. It's a vegetable. Kinda. . Swipe for the recipe. I'll be waiting for your DM telling me how it's changed your life ✌🏻 . My approach to nutrition is a proven method for reducing hunger, crushing cravings, improving energy, and stabilizing blood sugar (so you can burn more fat during your next workout). . If you'd like to learn more, the totally free Learn to Eat 5 Day Challenge IS HAPPENING!!!! . And I'm BEYOND excited to teach you allllllll the good stuff. Link in bio to join me (and over 1000 other women!). Starts May 17th 🎉✨💪🏻
Loving this today! You too? Mmmmm, k.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I was born on December 13th, making me a Sagittarius if you follow western astrology. But every time I read my horoscope, I was like, "Ummmmm, kinda...but not really."⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ About 10 years ago when I was going through a rough phase I was introduce to Asterian astrology, where I learned that I'm actually a Parca, which is one of the three versions of Scorpio. And I was like, "THIS IS SO MEEEEEEE!" My rising is Libra, which too I was like, "Ohhhhhh, that's why I tend to be relationship needy!"⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ If you didn't already figure it out, I'm an Enneagram 3 through and through. It's a blessing, and a curse. Thankfully I've got strong 1 tendencies as well.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I'm an ENFJ "The Teacher" (of course) according to Myers Briggs, with a "Very Good Match" to ENFP "The Champion" - not surprised here either.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ My natural attachment style historically was anxious-avoidant. I can remember times as a little one when-on the outside-I'd be like, "What I'm fine I'm good by myself all cool here nothing going on, nope" when inside I was like, "Whaaaaaaa I'm freaking out!!!!" 🤣🤣🤣 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ As you can see, this post certainly applies for me. I believe it's why I'm a coach. I've always been obsessed with understanding those around me. I find people fascinating and I LOVE learning to understand you more.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Seemed a great opportunity to introduce myself to new followers. I'm honored you're here, and hope to have the opportunity to get to know you more. So let's begin....⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ What Enneagram are you?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ What kind of astrology do you follow and what's your sign?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Religion? (I'm super spiritual, and was raised Presbyterian. But, I made up a story that my ancestors were Jewish because it speaks to me so much 😂 My mom was like, "Honey, we're not Jewish")⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Dying to know....tell me about you ❤️
While there is still so much work to do, I persona While there is still so much work to do, I personally find some hope in this quote.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ While we are still divided, I personally believe we are moving towards change.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ While we are still imbalanced, I personally believe that it's possible for us to become better...more united.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ And progress matters.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Black Lives Matter.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ We all matter.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #MLK would have turned 92 last week...and I wonder what our world would be like with him still in it.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ From my heart to yours...
Radical Self Acceptance⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Radical Self Acceptance⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Can you love, honor, and worship your body at the very moment when you’re compelled to criticize it?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ It’s easy to love your body when you feel good about it. The real test is if you can LOVE it just as much when you’re not happy with it, and ALSO remain steadfast in your journey to creating optimal health and the fitness level you desire (and deserve).⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ And let’s talk about that for a minute. @jamessmithpt shared an incredible rant on the body positivity movement. And that at times, it gets twisted into celebrating obesity as an expression of self acceptance.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Here’s the thing...how about celebrating and loving yourself and your body 100%...⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ...AND love it enough to stay committed to the hard work that produces an exceptional physique - NOT from society’s standards, but from an objective (and medical) assessment of strength, fitness, cardiovascular health, agility, mobility, and body composition.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Because really and truly, there are few things more important than a supremely healthy and fit body. Not because it looks good...but because it allows you to...⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 1. Live longer⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 2. Feel better⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 3. Avoid injury⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 4. Reduce the risk of heart disease and cancer (which remain the #1 and #2 causes of death)⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 5. Live life fully and play with your grandkids⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Love your body. Love it when it’s “good” and love it EVEN MORE when it’s not where you want it to be. It’s your vehicle in this lifetime. The interesting thing is, you’ll reach your goals faster by loving yourself there. Not by abusing yourself into progress.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ From my heart to yours...
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