Bicep Curls - Use compound (multi-joint movements that work several muscles at once). Try Pullups instead. Feel like you can't do them or you suck at them? Read why you suck at pullups.Stairmaster for 60+ minutes - Not only is this boring, … [Read more...]
Excuses Schmuses
Today is a big day! Skill of Strength sent out it's first official newsletter.Read it here orSign up to receive future newsletters!In other news...Love love love this post from Fitness and Spice today! Read 'Just Because' and think of some of your … [Read more...]
Stairway to Heaven
There is a woman at my gym who does the same workout every single day…or at least every time that I have been there.She gets on one type of stair stepper for a long time (maybe 30 min) and then she gets on another type of stair stepper for a long … [Read more...]
Manic Monday
I feel happy today. It really is a Manic Monday for me...in a good way.I gave my notice last week and I am starting a new job 2 weeks from today. I am excited about the opportunity in front of me and happy that I've had the chance to work with so … [Read more...]
Say Thank You
Do you say thank you? It seems so obvious that something we learn so early and hear so often as children is also a habit that we should keep into adulthood. I've run into a few people lately who apparently didn't get the memo. Bummer for them. I've … [Read more...]
Ask Questions. Be Inspired.
Your teachers and your parents always told you not to be afraid to ask questions! Guess what? As adults that is STILL true. Take advantage of those around you who know what you WANT to know.I love learning and asking questions. You never know whens … [Read more...]
Are you willing to adjust your sails?
“You can’t control the wind, but you can adjust your sails.”My dad saw this quote on the wall in the men's room this past weekend at a great outside restaurant Town Docks in Meredith, NH. (Delicious food and drinks and a super fun/casual … [Read more...]
Muffin Top Monday
Hands down, the most common question I get from women is "How do I get rid of my muffin top?"Ladies, I have some bad news. All the crunches and sit-ups in the world are not going to rid you of the dreaded muffin top. In fact, if you sit at a desk … [Read more...]
Interval Momma
Since this past weekend was mother's day, I'll just tell you a bit about my mom…we'll call her Interval Momma. :) We used to go on family vacations and my dad, my sister and I would all want to go running before we started the day. My mom … [Read more...]
Weekend motivation
A few quick things... 1. Do you need some motivation to work out today or this weekend? Check out this interesting photo I found of two body scans. One is a women who is 120 pounds and the other is a women at 250 pounds. I know it certainly made … [Read more...]
