Go Workout Mom

The body consists of thousands of cells constantly in motion. Remember biology class and the discussion of cells? Are your eyes already glossing over? Well, the cells of muscles are going through all the chemical experiences lost to high school memories and I do not want to bore you with all the [...]

Bodybuilders distort most women’s idea of strength training. The specialized training, intense schedules, extremely regimented diet and steroid use results in masculine muscle development.The ability to reach the level of muscular performance necessary to look like a bodybuilder is similar to the runner training to win a marathon. A woman’s body [...]

Our great, great grandmothers naturally applied their muscles to their chores and daily necessities which benefited their body. Today, we use our muscles to varying degrees, but most of our lives are sedentary unless we commit to an exercise program.
Strength Training – Balance of the Force

Strength is the ability of a muscle or group of [...]

Your great-great grandmother strength trained daily. Her household responsibilities included carrying wood into the home to keep the fires warm, gathering water from the spring or well in buckets, milking cows, and possibly moving feed to tend to the animals. In the home, cooking was demanding from kneading dough, moving cast iron pots [...]

Working out is fundamentally about putting stress on the body. Muscles develop by the stress applied to them. Mental stress from outside forces does not enhance your workout. In the home, gym or on the road, steps and actions that address your safety are essential.

Consult a Physician before making major changes [...]

Back in October, I came up with the idea to compose a book focused on mom’s first year journey in fitness similar to your baby’s first year scrapbook/memory book with pictures, milestones and thoughts of the wonderful changes. In one of my more creative moments, I thought, “Wow, wouldn’t it be neat for Mom’s [...]