It’s Friday of the long Thanksgiving weekend here in Canada. I’m super thankful that my Cali BFF, The Pilates Chick, Sylvia Favela is here to celebrate it with me. I’m excited to take her to the mountains and show her the sites around Calgary and Banff. But guess what we’re both doing before we go … Continued
Shawna: My question is about weight lifting… I used to hit the gym every single day about 2 1/2 hrs and I got so slim and fit… Then I had my second child only did exercise 3 times a week for about 1 hr. Now my arms are thicker than they used to be. Are … Continued
I’ve said it before, and probably offended many of you, but I’m not a big yoga fan.I know it’s good for me and all, but it’s just not something I enjoy. Call me crazy. My pal, Sylvia is making me a fan of pilates though. Are you annoyed and frustrated with those last few pounds … Continued
Shawna, Can an obese woman do intermittent fasting? Julia Dear Julia, An obese person CAN do intermittent fasting, but it’s not my best choice for a nutrition plan for the obese. I’d rather see you eating 5-6 meals of highly nutritious foods daily. The best plan is the one that you can do though. You … Continued
I’ve been MIA while I’ve been unpacking and getting my house in order. It’s been super fun to set up my condo, much more fun that packing my house up (ug). With my pack, I did a lot of purging. I think I gave away one box for every two that I packed. It was … Continued
Dear Shawna Should I work out if I’m not well? I hate to miss my workouts, but I wonder if a workout is healthy when I’m not…please advise, Sara *********************************************************************************************************************************************** Dear Sara, The answer is really ‘Yes’ and ‘No’. This is my rule of thumb: If your symptoms appear above the neck (sneezing, sore throat, … Continued
Hi Shawna I am an apple shaped woman. The narrowest point of my waist is now 78 cm. My goal is 72 cm and I’m ready to work hard and eat right! I am almost pleased with my thighs. I don’t want them slimmer. Would it be possible to develop the muscles of the thighs … Continued
I get SO many emails from my clients and friends and I love hearing from you. Putting questions right in the comment section of this blog is the BEST way to get the QUICKEST answer. Another great way to reach me is on my Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/FemaleFatLossOver40 I know that many people have similar … Continued
Last time I was in Vegas, I rubbed elbows with the best in the fitness and fat loss biz. I filmed this interview with ‘Workout Finisher’ Mike Whitfield (who’s lost 100+ lbs) and fat loss expert John Romaniello. I found it an interesting interview that I thought I’d share with you partly because it sort … Continued
Intermittent fasting pretty much goes against all that I’ve shared on my blog to date. I know what research says and what works for me. BUT, I am open to new research and other ideas. Last time I was in Vegas for the meeting of the minds of the best in the fitness biz, I … Continued