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
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
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
Guest post by Forest Vance 500 Rep Kettlebell Challenge by Forest Vance, author, Kettlebell Challenge Workouts 2.0 I’m kind of a modest guy, and I don’t really like to talk up my accomplishments. But, since Shawna has invited me to do a guest blog post and video for … Continued
It may not be you, but maybe someone you love has just found out that a baby is in the works. Why should you continue with any exercise? The benefits of fitness during pregnancy include:
Can you do a pull up? How about one from an obscure spot? You can learn to do pull ups any where if you follow a few simple tips. First, make sure you’re TRYING to do pull ups from a bar (I know that sounds simple enough, but oddly, many people shy away from the … Continued
Are you a scared-y cat with heights? This past weekend was a test of sorts to see about just that. I had the good fortune to take an amazing group of ladies from my Calgary NW Fit Body Boot Camp to a challenge course called Nex Level Challenge in Bowden, Alberta. As you can clearly … Continued
Let’s not waste each others time okay? Most people will say that their number one objection to working out is time constraints. Given that, what’s the best protocol for getting results in the least amount of time? Take a look at the solution HERE. Are there health benefits do exercising for hours a day? Well, exercising … Continued
I know that you hear the word ‘burpee’ and visions of junior high may turn your stomach…burpees may have been a ‘four letter word’ at one time (or at least invoke four letter words). The truth is, it’s time to get back to ‘old school’ training – tried and true methods of getting and staying … Continued
Lots of you know me as the ‘pull up queen’ since I like to do pull ups. (It seems I’ll do pull ups anywhere…) But you know how I love burpees too….hmmm, it’s a toss up as to which exercise I like the best. How about putting the two exercises together? Talk about the ultimate … Continued