When you move your body you’re not worried about things like… taxes making dinner work who’s driving whom to where Or any number of life’s mundane decisions you need to make… Physical activity gives your mind a break so you can think more clearly when it’s time to make decisions. What are YOU doing to … Continued
Need a protein cheat sheet? Food labels can be tricky. *If you need some support with your nutrition, let’s talk here: https://tinyurl.com/talktoshawna Look at the cheese in the video. It seems like 7g of protein is a good option for a small cube. You also get 10g of fat in that small cube of cheese. … Continued
What choices are you making on the daily? It’s the small decisions you make EVERY DAY that count that most. Easy decisions lead to a hard life. And hard decisions tend to lead to an easy life. Take a look at nutrition for example… If you’re making the ‘easy’ decision to have: processed foods excessive … Continued
Can’t decide? You may have ‘decision fatigue’. You have so many decisions to make each day, you run out of energy to make great choices regarding your health… Simplify your nutrition by planning ahead: 1. Stock your fridge with easy go to protein options like rotisserie chicken, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese. 2. Cook extra at … Continued
Hate parts of your body? Don’t worry, we all have parts of our body we hate. Instead of focusing on aesthetic- how you look – goals. Consider focusing on performance- what you can do – goals. You’ll likely see measurable progress more easily & have more fun! Let me help! Let’s talk: https://tinyurl.com/talktoshawna
I didn’t think about my weight once during this workout. Because what I can do with my body is way more important than the weight of my body. Eat & move every day so you can do fun things. And the most mundane things like going to the bathroom unassisted as you age… At the … Continued
No exercise, pill, powder or potion will rid you of your menopause belly. But there are 3 ‘tried & true’ moves that will work. 1. Achieve a calorie deficit 2. Intake adequate protein – this will help you maintain (& possibly build) precious muscle & help with appetite control 3. Incorporate strength training – building … Continued
I asked myself why, at 59, would I take up mountain biking? I don’t like speed. I’ve never cycled much before. Then I asked myself ‘why wouldn’t I?’ I mean, ‘What do I have to lose?’ Is there something you want to do but you’re afraid? My advice is to ‘do it scared’. I’m certainly … Continued
Want to start resistance training but actually don’t know where to start? The KEY is proper technique tho, so if you’re unsure, get some guidance on form before adding load. If you’re a beginner (or returning to fitness), bodyweight exercises are all you need. Then, if you’re ready for a little more, use some DB’s … Continued
You can’t be brave if you’re not afraid… And it’s okay to be afraid as long as you don’t let the fear stop you. You become courageous by leaning into the things that scare you most. Have you done anything scary lately? Honestly, heights aren’t scary for me, but put me on a mountain bike … Continued