I’m considered a cycle pus$y! Right into it we go- -I am signing up for this year’s AIDS Life Cycle ride. It’s in June. It’s from San Francisco to Los Angeles. Its 545 miles in 7 days. I know , read it again! I decided to do it not because of the cause although a great one, but because well …..I can. Do I have a bike or any equipment? No. Do I have any riding experience on the road? … [Read more...]
I H-A-T-E LIARS!
I H-A-T-E LIARS! LIARS! You know the type, all clean, shiny, bright, and promising, they bring hope, reel you in and gain your trust and then BAM! Ya’ got smacked in the head and after you wake up you find out you’ve been duped. Makes one feel like a fool, huh? In fitness trust is critical, would you agree? With all the information out there it’s no wonder people are misguided … [Read more...]
What the hell is taco arm?
What the hell is taco arm? What’s a taco arm? Picture a taco shell, it folds, yes? Now see the folds in these arms. We also have bingo-arm. It’s the back of your arm all the girls point to when they say they want to “get rid of this thing right here,” that when bingo is called out with the triumphant raising of the arm in the air, it jiggles. (BINGO….flap flap flap) Two things (among a myriad … [Read more...]
“….but I just can’t seem to make it happen”
“….but I just can’t seem to make it happen.” You're kidding me, right? Clicking here for my Training Specials for 2012, you can make anything happen. But first let’s see what you do make happen: Taking kids from here to there. Important Shopping with money you don’t necessarily have. … [Read more...]
It’s gonna hurt, get over it
It's gonna hurt, get over it. I have the privilege of being a Les Mills instructor, right? Les Mills is the name of the company owning the Body Pump weightlifting format (among other amazing formats), and earning this title, learning the understanding and epitomizing the technique, integrity, precision, essence and real culture of Les Mills well.....hurts. . Once we have registered for … [Read more...]
Train Through the Holidays at 30% OFF
Get Fit Now Before the New Year at 30% OFF! (This offer is for new clients only) 30% off training? I understand the economy and also approach life as a wealth of health, using fitness as a tool to be who we really want and are meant to be. November December January 30% off training to get you through the holiday months, and the BEST news is, … [Read more...]
I’m stuck at this weight and it seems like I’ve been here forever..ugh
I'm stuck at this weight and it seems like I've been here forever..ugh! I hear ya, and the myriads of people, women in particular, who share this with me. In fact, this very phrase I quoted from an email sent to me just yesterday. So what of it? I'm going to work to be concise with this one, focusing on the group of people I hear this from the most, women from about … [Read more...]
The inner thigh rub and the bacon belly echo
I’m not one to mince words so let’s address the items of concern I hear about often: the inner thigh rub and the bacon belly echo. :) . They’re there, have been since your mid-30’s (or sooner depending on your upbringing and lifestyle you’ve chosen), and you’re just sick and tired of being sick and tired of them. . Right? . Yeah. . Definitions- - . Inner thigh rub: happens when there’s … [Read more...]
Lose fat first then tone up or vice versa?
Lose fat first then tone up or vice versa? It’s the age-old question I get from the masses, and my answer is coming in a sec but first, some education… BODY TYPE. You’ve just GOT TO understand that your body type means everything when you engage in any training program; it will save a lot of head/heart ache up front, provide understanding in the middle, and an embracing of exactly what … [Read more...]
No matter what happens, I do not want to be scared anymore
What is the thing about fear? It can be as crippling as one allows it to seem, right? Allows it to S-E-E-M. One of my biggest fears was running- -operative word- -“was.” Now, after training and running my first half marathon, (in 2010), I am no longer afraid to run. No, it’s not my favorite thing to do and frankly, it’s not necessary for weight loss (no it’s not), and the … [Read more...]
