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
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