TL;DR ✪ Quick list of things to avoid when starting out on a new fitness journey.
Read moreA Few Of My Favorite Things: Workout Recovery Tools
TL;DR ★ Switching things up and doing a series this month regarding “A Few of My Favorite Things” when it comes to health & wellness. This week we’re looking at workout recovery tools that are essential to my exercise recovery & routine.
Read moreEfficiency, Enjoyment, & Challenge in an Exercise Regimen
TL;DR ✪ First and foremost, the most important component of any exercise regimen is exercise that you are capable of and will do. After that, you’ll want to select exercises that align with your goals. Be as aligned to the current principles of exercise as possible.
Read moreReviewing My Experience with Electric Muscle Stimulation Training
TL;DR ✪ Although EMS isn’t a new concept, I think this modality of training will potentially grow in popularity as a fad. You “feel” like you’re getting more of a workout because you’re more sore and you feel more activation. However, in alignment with the conclusions drawn from research findings, I don’t think electromyostimulation training is superior to training without e-stim technology.
Read moreThe Termination Plan
Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
TL;DR ✪ How I’m prioritizing my wellness on a budget during tough times. The alternative, not taking care of ourselves, never serves us and can set us farther back. I recently got the flu and it was my body forcing me to slow down and really prioritize taking care of me. We don’t need to run ourselves ragged to get to the point where our body forces us to slow down. We can – and are always allowed to – take care of ourselves. No matter how wild life gets.
Remember: if you don’t make time for your wellness you will be forced to make time for your illness.
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