I had the good fortune to be interviewed by Mike Koenigs for ‘The Mike Koenigs Show’, take a look: Mike: Tell me what got you started and why you do what you do? Me: We have a real problem.The National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey data found that: 68.1% of women ages 40-59 were classified … Continued
I’m often asked: How Can I Stay on My Game While Traveling? Travel can definitely throw you off your game, but it doesn’t need to derail you! Here are a few tips to help you stay the course: #1 Pack Your Attitude Travel is not a reason to fall off the wagon. With a small … Continued
There’s something exciting about a fresh start…You get to forgive yourself and forget the mistakes of the past. Wouldn’t you just LOVE to finally reach your health goals? Let me make a prediction for YOUR success in 2017…Just imagine how you’ll feel when: • You easily slip into all your favorite … Continued
Kathy asked this question: Just started your program a few weeks ago, have been inactive for over three years due to a tumor in my head, the steroids I was on and complications. Had surgery a little over a year ago to remove tumor and lost sight in left eye. So my body isn’t as … Continued
Penny asked: I have read your emails with great interest but also trepidation as I am not just over 40, I am actually over 70. As a result, I have found many of your exercises would not only be very difficult for me, they might be downright dangerous for my physical condition. Thus I have … Continued
If you have questions – then we’re here to help answer them! Margaret asked: “I’m just getting started on your basic program and am working with a trainer, Tom. I love your program and all the support. I’m 61 and pretty fit but dealing with the creeping fat of “muffin tops”. I have a few questions: … Continued
Heidi asked: “I have a question. I’m vegan, no sugar, low carb and gluten free. I’m not much over weight – maybe 5 pounds. I’m 59 and mainly in good shape. Your Female Fat Loss over 40 workout videos really helped me get here. Thanks so much! What I’d really like from you is more … Continued
Question: Any advice on working out…strength training ..after a hysterectomy? Answer: As for returning to training after surgery such as a hysterectomy, I’ve been there/done that. Start off slowly. Work on core strength with planking type things. Here’s a blog post to get you started on building core strength. You want to reduce stress on the … Continued
Question: I really struggle with reverse lunges my knees don’t like them & front lunges are struggle, what other exercise could I do besides squats? Thanks. Kim Answer: Great question. You need to strengthen the musculature around the knee to support the joint. If squats and lunges irritate, many feel they have no other options … Continued
Thanks to all of you that send me questions. Feel free to pose a question in the comment section of the blog, post on my facebook page, or email me directly at Shawna.kaminski@gmail.com Question: This is about the nutrition plan blueprint in your program. Can I just follow the food blueprint or do I … Continued