Women's Health Archives - Page 15 of 20 Sistas of Strength Fitness and Nutrition Blog

Third Trimester Pregnancy Training – Part 1

Fitness, kettlebells, Pregnancy, Pregnancy Workouts, strength training, Women's Health, Workouts 2 Comments

I've gotten back to a more normal routine (at least more normal for my pregnancy) this week. My injuries are feeling better and I've actually been sleeping well which has been a treat. Knock on wood! Today's pregnancy fun was made up of raging … [Read more...]

Birthing Class Review

Motherhood, Pregnancy, Women's Health 8 Comments

My husband and I spent the majority of the day Sunday in a birthing class. Overall, I would say that it was a great experience. I didn't learn anything earth shattering, but it was good to get a few questions answered, see the hospital and learn some … [Read more...]

Your Relationship with Food: Are Your Genes to Blame?

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The other day I saw an article on Women's Health called Why We Love Food. It's an interesting read if you have a chance to check it out, but it basically covers where our food preferences, behaviors and overall relationship with food comes … [Read more...]

Working Out with Injuries

Fitness, kettlebells, Pregnancy, Pregnancy Workouts, Women's Health, Workouts 4 Comments

I started to get discouraged after last week's pregnancy setbacks, especially the groin pain and the dislocated shoulder. I did take a day off from working out after I dislocated my shoulder, but I knew that I needed to figure out some workouts I … [Read more...]

Pregnancy Set Backs

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Last week was not my favorite week of pregnancy…at least physically. I realize that I really have nothing to complain about because I’m not having serious complications and I’m not on bedrest. But…all in all last week was honestly a bit … [Read more...]

The Fat Burning Zone

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I get a lot of emails with questions about health and fitness (and I love getting them...so keep 'em coming!). I got one a little while ago and I have been meaning to post on it. Here's the email I received: I had a debate with a friend and … [Read more...]

Third Trimester Pregnancy Training Video – Upper Body Push and Pull

Fitness, Motherhood, Pregnancy, Pregnancy Workouts, strength training, Women's Health, Workouts 1 Comment

Here's a video from this past weekend. I wanted to demonstrate an upper body push and pull combination. These are great exercises to do back-to-back to work opposing muscles. Both are great exercises whether you are pregnant or not! First exercise … [Read more...]

What I’m Loving About Pregnancy

Motherhood, Pregnancy, Women's Health 3 Comments

After writing a post about everything I'm missing during pregnancy last week, I figured I should follow it up with some of my favorite things about pregnancy. I certainly don't want anyone to feel discouraged since being pregnant is a gift, an … [Read more...]

Happy Women’s Day!

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Did you know today is International Women's Day? I didn't until I was sent an IM from a co-worker wishing me a Happy Women's Day! What a great day...we should all really celebrate. :) You'd think with our money-hungry society this would be another … [Read more...]

Baby Bump or Sweat Catcher?

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Apparently the baby bump can also double as a sweat catcher! I had a great workout this morning that included kettlebell swings (two-handed and one-handed) as well as kettlebell snatches and some intervals on the Arc Trainer. I had to laugh … [Read more...]

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