A training journal lets you see at a glance where you started and how far you’ve come with your training. It also helps you determine where you’re going and how you’re going to get there. Jotting goals down on paper and telling others about them can help you bring the goals you long to achieve to fruition. That’s true of any type of aim or ambition. You can apply goal tracking to any career or personal goal, not just fitness aspirations. One … [Read more...]
I Battled an Eating Disorder Throughout College – Here’s What I Would Tell Myself Now
Warning: some things discussed in this personal essay may be triggering to those with a history of disordered eating. I was 16 years old the day my relationship with food began to change. I remember tucking my bagel into a napkin and telling my mom I would eat it on the way to school, then rolling down the window of my Acura RSX and tossing my breakfast out the window. I remember writing down how much I had to eat that day and setting a goal to … [Read more...]
New from K-Swiss: A Perfect Gear Bag for CrossFitters!
Yes, one of the perks of being a blogger is the “swag” and today is one sweet piece of equipment! I’ve never worked with nor tried any K-Swiss products so I was thrilled to get the opportunity to try out the Locker Fit Gear Bag. We don’t have lockers at our gym, but, we have cubicles, and this fit perfectly in it! This particular workout bag is fairly small, yet, fit everything I needed! As you can see, I take two pairs of shoes to … [Read more...]
The Best and Worst Hydration Beverages
What’s your go-to hydration beverage? For workouts moderate in length, under 90 minutes, water is a suitable beverage to sip. If you exercise longer, you can benefit from a drink that contains electrolytes since you lose electrolytes when you sweat. The more you sweat, the more critical it is to replace the sodium, potassium, and chloride you lose through sweat. But all liquid refreshment isn’t created equal when it comes to keeping your body … [Read more...]
Bad News: Your Late-Night Cardio Sessions Could Be Sabotaging Your Sleep
Exercise and sleep go hand in hand: the more you exercise, the better you'll sleep, and the more well-rested you feel, the better you'll perform during your workouts. But if you're in the habit of working out late at night, you could be doing more harm than good. "If [your workout] is really close to bedtime, the rise in body temperature and wakefulness-promoting neurotransmitters can be problematic, particularly if you tend to be a night owl," … [Read more...]
5 casual everyday mom uniforms
Hi friends! How’s the day going? I hope you’re having a wonderful morning. Last night, I went to a super fun event at Creative Tribe with some girlfriends. We got to learn about tarot cards – don’t worry, I won’t be switching my online business lol- and embroidered a tarot card tote bag. Creative Tribe has so many unique crafting events, and it’s BYOB,, so you can sip wine out of a Yeti cup. Not a bad way to spend the evening. For today’s … [Read more...]
Perfect Gift for Moms: MPG Activewear & a Giveaway Post
MPG is returning to Fit Mom’s Blog today and I’m happy to report that you will all have a chance to win a piece of workout gear! I’ve had the amazing pleasure of working with MPG for the second time! They’d like you to know about their hot new spring line and sent me a couple of pieces to try out. MPG sent me the Vivid top and Leap running skirt for purposes of review and they did not disappoint. These products are of high quality, fit … [Read more...]
6 Ways to Boost the Potential Health Benefits of Coffee
Is coffee your go-to morning pick-me-up? You’re in good company! There’s a reason there are more than 30,000 Starbucks coffee stores worldwide. Some people sip coffee for its taste while others enjoy the alertness, they get from the caffeine in their morning cup of Joe. But others drink their hot or cold brew for the potential health benefits of coffee. What are the health benefits of sipping a cup of coffee? Preliminary studies show that sipping … [Read more...]
When I’m Having a Bad Day, I Do This 10-Minute Yoga Video For Self-Care
No one's perfect. Even if you preach self-love, are a breeding ground for confidence, and believe in your foreseeable and unforeseeable future, there will still be times in your life when you falter (we've heard public figures like Iskra Lawrence and Vanessa Hudgens admit this openly). I, for one, know that I'll have days where I'm frustrated with myself or, often, hard on myself for things I can't change. To help with that, I've incorporated … [Read more...]
A Dill Pickle Obsession
Things have been so so so crazy around here for the last couple of weeks. I have constantly been making mental notes about things I plan to write about on my blog, and then I just haven't found (or, I guess I should say, "made") the time to write a post. And now that I'm sitting down to write a post, my memory has lost 90% of those things, haha. I guess I'll just try to update and write a few things that have been going on lately. Today is the … [Read more...]
Terry Bicycle Skorts: Get them while they are HOT!
Terry Bicycle Company is one of the premier bicycle companies out there for women. It is owned by a woman. Terry designs bicycles, saddles, and clothing all for women. Her saddles are the best and you can get them for all levels of riding- from recreational rider to racer. She also sponsors a pro-women’s race team. You can always spot them because their outfits are bubblegum pink. Terry is having their end of season savings sale and it is TIME … [Read more...]
A Plant-Based Protein That Builds Muscle Better Than Dairy?
The emphasis these days is on eating more plants. Unlike meat and dairy, plants are an excellent source of fiber and contain phytonutrients with anti-inflammatory properties. The best plant-based foods are colorful, non-starchy ones, like the abundance of fruits and vegetables you find each time you visit a farmer’s market. In fact, you’ll get more health benefits if you “eat the rainbow” by choosing plants from each color–green, red, orange, … [Read more...]
After Battling Binge Eating, Taran Transformed Her Life and Lost 82 Pounds
"I can wear my wedding rings without them squeezing my finger," and "I don't use food as a reward anymore," are just two of the numerous nonscale victories Taran Haut, 28, has experienced from eating healthier and working out for the past year and a half. Keep reading to learn about the details of Taran's history with binge eating and how she was able to lose over 80 pounds! Related: After Years of Binge-Eating, Amanda Walked More, Ate More … [Read more...]
Winner of the Mama Mia BOOB TUBE
Congratulations to number #51! You are the winner of the BOOB TUBE! Thanks to all of you wonderful mothers for entering the contest, you all deserve the Bootcamp for Boobs. Winners get chosen by a Random Interval Generator. Here is the winner’s comment: “If anyone needs some Boob Tube its me. I am nursing triplets and the girls are not pointing north anymore I wish I had known about these great product while I was pregnant!!” … [Read more...]
When You Exercise Matters for Weight Loss but Not in the Way You Think
What time of day do you exercise? Some people lace up their exercise shoes before the sun rises. Others launch into a workout around lunchtime or after work. There are advantages and disadvantages to each approach. Early morning exercisers have the benefit of getting their workout out of the way and can savor the satisfaction of checking the daily workout off their to-do list. Plus, morning workouts provide an energy burst we sometimes need first … [Read more...]
We Asked an Expert If Jumping Rope Burns Belly Fat – Here’s What They Said
Exercise and diet can help you get rid of belly fat and body fat, in general, but you may be wondering what the best exercise to get rid of belly fat is. If you're trying to get rid of belly fat, you make think that more intense and explosive moments will burn more fat, and you aren't necessarily wrong. Jumping rope, for example, is more dynamic and will elevate your heart rate but jumping rope won't directly get rid of belly fat. Related: … [Read more...]
6 Surprising Facts about Heart Disease and Women
Although most women fear breast cancer more than cardiovascular disease, the risk of a woman dying of cardiovascular disease is far higher. As with men, cardiovascular disease is still the number one cause of death in women. According to Harvard Health, a woman has a 1 in 31 risk of dying of breast cancer but 1 in 3 odds of dying of heart disease! Therefore, we need to focus on cardiovascular risk, just as we do on lowering our risk of breast … [Read more...]
This Move Is Way Harder Than a Pull-Up – but 1 Trainer Has the Perfect Modification
I go from thinking muscle-ups sound cool - the kind of move you do when Beyoncé comes on at the gym and you've got fire in your eyes - to just plain intimidating. Here's how it works: you start from a hanging position on a bar like you would at the beginning of a chin-up or leg lifts. To build momentum, start swinging. Pull yourself upward, past a normal chin-up, so your chest is over the bar and your arms are bent at a 90-degree angle (similar … [Read more...]
Sheet Pan Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Cilantro Sauce
Every day should be Taco Tuesday! And it can be with this super easy and delicious Sheet Pan Shrimp Tacos Recipe with Real California cilantro crema. The best part is the cilantro crema – and you only need a handful of ingredients to throw it together. Sheet Pan Shrimp Tacos with Cilantro Crema Sauce Shrimp Taco Ingredients: 1 lb. shrimp [peeled, deveined, tail off] 2 Tb. olive oil 1 Tb. lime juice 1 Tb. minced garlic 1 tsp. chili powder & … [Read more...]
Alison Brie’s "New Fave" Glute Exercise Looks Intense As Hell, But She Kills It
Don't mess with Alison Brie when she steps into the gym - her moves are intense AF. The 36-year-old actress trains hard for her role as a wrestler on Netflix's Glow, and she's consistently impressing us with her serious strength. On Saturday, Alison once again showed off her skills with a move she'd never tried before, and it quickly became a "new fav." Alison trains with Jason Walsh of the Rise Movement, who also trains celebrities like Brie … [Read more...]
These 15 Low-Carb Dinners Are Perfect For Those Nights When You Have No Time to Cook
If you're on a low-carb diet, fast, flavorful dinner recipes are essential - and that's exactly what you'll find on this list. These meals run the gamut from lettuce wraps to soups to one-dish wonders, but they all have two things in common: they're ready in 30 minutes or less, and they'll help keep you safely within your daily budget for carbs. All 15 of these dishes are packed with veggies, protein, and delicious sauces and spice blends to … [Read more...]
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