Quinoa and Winter Squash Salad

This recipe is another great way to enjoy protein-filled quinoa. Winter squash combined with celery, onion and parsley makes a healthy and comforting side dish. Servings: 10 Here’s what you need: 2 yellow onions, diced 4 celery stalks, diced 4 carrots, diced 2 cups diced squash, butternut or any other fall or winter squash 1 … Continued

Easy Teriyaki Salmon

Salmon is filled with healthy omega 3 essential fatty acids, protein, and vitamin B12. This recipe is quick and tastes amazing. Serve it with a side of brown rice and steamed veggies. Servings: 4 Here’s what you need: 1 Tablespoon sesame oil 1/4 cup lemon juice 1/4 cup soy sauce 1 teaspoon ground mustard 1 … Continued

Crunches and Back Pain

I often hear this from clients: I have a lot of back pain. I’m nervous to exercise and if I do, I’m not making much progress. What should I do? I have a ‘go to’ answer and even a ‘go to’ expert, Exercises for Injury Guru, Rick Kaselj. Here we are in Kelowna a few … Continued

Tone Your Abs with Back Safe Exercise

Everyone wants a flat and toned tummy right? Probably one of the most coveted body part for women is the abdomen. Everyone would like to be beach ready, even in the winter. My Canadian friend, Rick Kaselj gives has the best ab exercises to prevent back pain. This is a great core routine to strengthen … Continued

6 Pack Abs – Back Safe Exercises

Everyone wants a six pack right? Probably the most coveted body part for men is the abdomen, and the same goes for women. Everyone would like to be beach ready – like these fellas in the picture here 😉 My Canadian friend, Rick Kaselj gives all the Challenge Workouts readers the best ab exercises to … Continued

How to Do a One Arm Pull Up

Want to learn how to do a one arm pull up? It’s actually a similar progression to what you’ll do if you’re just learning how to do an unassisted pull up. First up, make sure you’re AT THE PULL UP BAR. I know this sounds silly, but don’t go to the assisted pull up machine, … Continued

Pilates Burpee Jump Rope Thanksgiving Challenge

As you may or may not know, it’s Canadian Thanksgiving this weekend. My Cali pal, Sylvia Favela is visiting and it’s been a great time to reflect on my many blessings. I really couldn’t ask for a better life: I live in a free country, I’m healthy, my ‘work’ never seems like work because I … Continued

Pilates Burpee Jump Rope Challenge

Tradition. Holidays are all about it right? My Cali pal and Pilates expert, Sylvia Favela headed north to hang out with me for the second Thanksgiving in a row. We aren’t typical girls that get our nails done, have a spa day or go shopping. We tend to torture each other in the gym, do … Continued

Q n A Oct 11, 2013

Question: How do you recommend finding a way to deep breath when you’re try to keep your stomach tight?  I’ve always found that difficult.  Let’s say you’re doing renegade rows and keeping your form tight (abs tight) – then how do you keep deep breathing at the same time?  I often find I struggle with … Continued

Healthy Chocolate Shake

What is better than a creamy chocolate shake? A creamy chocolate shake without the guilt! You won’t miss the fat and refined sugar as you slurp up this tasty treat. Servings: 2 Here’s what you need: 2 bananas, frozen 1/2 cup nonfat milk 2 scoops chocolate whey protein 2 Tablespoons raw almond butter dash of … Continued