Stop Exercising for Weight Loss

Exercise has so many benefits beyond weight loss! Yes, you can burn calories exercising, but weight loss can best be addressed thru nutrition. I exercise because: I love to move It feels good It can be a challenge It can be competitive It can be a distraction It can be social It’s a fun past … Continued

Should You Workout on Holidays?

Should you workout on holidays? Yes & No! Do what feels right for you! We happen to enjoy staying active on holidays, but we spend just as much time chillin … Wherever you are, if you’re looking for a quick full body workout, ‘Cindy’ is a ‘fun’ one: AMRAP 20 minutes 5 pull ups (or … Continued

Try Something New…

Changing up a training variable is a fun challenge. Who knew walking on grass would be so hard? If you’re doing the ‘same old’ where your workouts are concerned, I dare you to try something new… What will you change up? Train with me & my team here: https://tinyurl.com/SKWorkouts  

Cardio or Weights for Weight Loss?

Cardio or weights for weight loss? NEITHER! Your workout isn’t for calorie burning, it’s for fun & function. Okay, there’s a calorie burning aspect to it, but there are so many other benefits like: Improved heart health. Improved body composition. Improved muscle/bone strength. Improved mental health. Your body will benefit from BOTH cardio & resistance … Continued

Guide to Avoid Mindless Snacking

Snacks do NOT have to be your downfall! Here are some tips to help you snack right: 1. Snacking is OK – your body may need fuel no matter the time 2. Plan your snack 3. Include protein 4. Use a plate 5. Is it hunger or habit? 6. Hungry? Increase your intake at meal … Continued

Got 20 Minutes? Let’s GO

Got 20 minutes? Here’s a fun full body AMRAP workout to do solo or with a friend (lotsa modifications available so anyone can do this): 15 unanchored sit ups 12 BB or DB thrusters or air squats 9 T2B or knees to chest or leg raises 6 burpees or full body extensions 3 Devil’s press … Continued

What to Do When You Fail…

It’s only failure when you quit trying. Whatever it is that’s challenging you, don’t give up. You got this! Whatever it is, remember that we ALL fall down. It’s those that get back up sooner that experience long term success. Happy to help, let’s talk: https://tinyurl.com/talktoshawna

Biggest HIIT Mistake

You need to work hard & then rest hard if you want to reap the benefits of high intensity interval training. If you don’t need a rest, you aren’t going hard enough & you’re likely doing steady state cardio. Both types of exercise are effective! A bonus of HIIT is an elevated metabolic rate (which … Continued

3 Ways to Eat More Protein

Protein is the magic bullet of weight loss if there ever was one. Trouble is, it can be a challenge to eat enough of it. Here are three ways to increase your daily intake. As a ballpark, aim for 1g of protein per desired pound of bodyweight. Anything less is basically to prevent malnutrition, not … Continued

Wanna Workout With Me?

Your workouts are only good if you’re doing them! If you need accountability & the watchful eye of a coach, try working out with my team & me. I do weekly check ins to keep you accountable to your goals. We can modify/intensify exercises to suit your needs. All workouts are recorded so you have … Continued