Need a challenge? Want a benchmark for your upper body pushing strength? Cool thing is, this challenge will test your core strength and endurance too. Your relative strength compared to body weight is important. I took a page out of Men’s Health and found this challenge. Yes I know, I’m a woman, what am I … Continued
Are you average? To me, that’s a little bit of an insult…Who wants to be average? I thought you’d be interested in knowing some ‘average’ facts to see where you stack up. (Apologies to my non-American readers, it’s easiest to find stats for the good ole US of A). Is 5 ft. 4 in tall, … Continued
This week it’s my turn to host the fashion flash, I’m associated with a bunch of wonderful bloggers and I wanted to share their links with you… Pain affects more Americans than diabetes, heart disease and cancer combined. Staness Jonekos, co-author of “The Menopause Makeover,” shares a drug-free option to chronic pain. No-Nonsense Beauty tries … Continued
Women approaching or in their 40’s have to work against nature to maintain their figure. Our current lifestyle and Mother Nature has stacked the odds against us sailing smoothly through the fourth decade of our life without some extra baggage, literally. I’m talking about gobs of fat hanging off our waists like a muffin top-not … Continued
As many of you know, I have contacts all over the world. These are fitness pro’s that have a niche that they specialize in. When ever I go to conferences, one of the biggest take aways for me is to corner a few of my friends and ‘pro’s’ so that I can bring you great … Continued
It’s not your fault….seriously. There is SO much misinformation out there, no wonder you’re confused as to what to do and how to reach your fitness and fat loss goals. With that in mind, here are 10 common myths de-mystified: Myth #1 –You need a gym membership to have effective workouts. Have you noticed that … Continued
I know that your ‘bum’ may have you bummed out. What’s a girl to do? Here is my good friend and fitness model Natalia Muntean discussing your booty! It seems that some people are having issue with the sound on this video. I wanted to provide a re-cap of our conversation. I’ll have more from … Continued
It’s Fashion Flash Monday and I have some cool stuff for you: Catherine of Obsessed with Shoes knows her footwear and this week she spotlights the trend to bright colors with to-die-for pumps from Charlotte Olympia. Black Cat Plus in celebration of Earth Day 2011 profiles several well known designers including Diane Kennedy, Neon Buddha and Pure & Co … Continued
You’ve seen Dustin Maher on the blog before. He’s got to be the most clean cut, sweetheart you’d ever want to meet. In fact, if you have a daughter, get her in line cuz Dustin is the man you want her to marry. His mission is to help one million mom’s by 2015 and he’s … Continued
My good friend, expert and fellow Canuck, Rob King and I have to go to South Cali to meet. He’s from Newfoundland, a 4.5 hour time difference and too many miles to count away. I look forward to seeing him every time we get together at conferences. He’s typically Canadian – sweet, humble, super fun … Continued