This Easy Paleo Recipe for Smothered Chicken with Celery Root Mash & Arugula is my idea of comfort food. The arugula provides a fresh, peppery note that complements the nuttiness of the celery root mash and the savory flavors of pan-seared chicken breast. Celery root is a great side dish if you’re looking for a low carb alternative to grains like rice.
Read MoreA lot of women try to shortcut the process with procedures like the Brazilian butt lift, which has more than doubled in popularity since 2012. Unfortunately, the Brazilian butt lift has the highest risk of death of any cosmetic surgery. In addition, many women I’ve met are unhappy with the results, which don’t look as natural or as dramatic as they were hoping.The good news is that, like I said, my personal training gym in Carlsbad focuses on your glutes. It can give you even better results than a Brazilian butt lift. Here’s why.
Chicken afritada is a classic Filipino recipe, the kind of thing you’d see served all over the Philippines. My healthy version of this Filipino recipe is made with chicken (sometimes you’ll see it made with beef or pork), and you can control the amount of carbs by leaving out or reducing the amount of potatoes in the afritada. Traditionally, chicken afritada would be served over rice, but you can vary this as well to hit your macro goals for the day. It’s even healthier and just as delicious eaten straight up without the extra carbs.
Read MoreThanks to the spring weather, this San Diego personal trainer has been staying fit by spending more time outdoors. I love lifting weights in my Carlsbad gym, but there are so many perks to working out in nature, especially when you live somewhere as beautiful as San Diego.
Read MoreFoam rollers are a great option, mainly because of the cost. However, I prefer the HyperIce Hypervolt over standard foam rollers, and so do the clients who have tried it. The nice thing about the massage gun is that you can target individual knots in your muscles. It also makes it more convenient to make myofascial release a part of your routine because you can use the gun while watching TV or even in the car. You don’t have to sit on the ground.
Read MoreAs a mama of 5, it’s no surprise that one of my specialties is pregnancy. A lot of women come to me after they have finished having babies because they want to lose weight and strengthen their pelvic floor muscles. However, you don’t need to wait until then to start personal training. There are a lot of benefits to having a fit pregnancy!
Read MoreThe free 30-minute assessment is an opportunity for me to see where you are currently at, so I can tailor my personal training program to 1) fit your stated goals, and 2) strengthen muscle imbalances that you may not be aware of but that I notice during your session.
Read MoreSome women think they are strong because they have been working out consistently for years. However, they can barely hold a plank because their abdominal muscles are so weak, and a simple exercise involving their shoulders is challenging even with the easiest resistance band.
Read MoreHow long it takes you to reach your goals depends on what you’re trying to achieve. This post will walk you through what to expect for weight loss, strength training, and developing cardiovascular health.
Read MoreIn my 20 years of personal training, if there’s one thing I’ve learned it’s that the glutes and core are the basis of every other movement. If you have strong glutes and abs, other exercises will be easier, safer, and more effective.
Read MoreFirst of all, your personal trainer should have certifications through one of the major personal training programs like the American Council on Exercise (ACE) or National Association of Sports Medicine (NASM). This ensures that your trainer has received a basic education in personal training. My certification is through ACE.
Read MoreIf you’re new to personal training, you might be wondering what exactly a personal trainer does and why you need one. Briefly, a personal trainer is trained to help you reach your goals efficiently and minimize the risk of injury while doing it.
Read MoreGlutes control so much of our movement. Strengthening them will give you better posture, reduce the risk of injury, and increase your performance when you perform activities like running. I recommend incorporating glute exercises into your strength training routine several times per week. Pick a few of the exercises below and shoot for 3 or 4 sets of up to 20 reps.
Read MoreMost people shoot for three sets of each activity, but you can actually vary the number depending on how your body feels during training. Paying attention to your muscles is key, especially when determining whether to add a fourth set or move on after three.
Read MoreThe “right” number of reps can vary greatly depending on your goals. The way a bodybuilder trains is going to be different from that of an endurance athlete. It’s important to determine your goals before you start strength training, so you can follow an appropriate plan and get the results you are after.
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