Fitness Tips

My Favorite 5-Minute Workout

When it comes to challenging workouts, I need accountability to be efficient and to push myself out of my comfort zone. Yep, it is true... even personal trainers need support and encouragement. My first form of accountability is my workout partner, Sarah. The next best thing to Sarah is the timer on my phone! Favorite At-Home or Gym Workout  One of…
February 10, 2020
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How I Lost Weight After Twins

Growing up, I was overweight and self-conscious about my body. My brother often teased me, as brothers do. His favorite nickname for me was “Ms. Piggy.” I remember drowning my worries and fears in ice cream and jelly donuts that my grandparents often provided on the weekends. It wasn’t until middle school, that I felt the most uncomfortable about my…
January 17, 2020
Self-CareWeight Loss

Warning: Motivation inside—One Mom’s Self-Care Story

This blog post is longer than I normally write, but I’m sharing intimate details that I know you will relate to. So please take a deep breath, grab some water and spend a few minutes connecting with this story. A client of mine, who I’ll call Jane to protect her privacy, is a kind-hearted, dedicated, lovable, successful, 40-year-old mama of…
December 29, 2019
Nutrition

Unlock The Secret Weight-Loss Weapon Here

When it comes to fitness and weight loss, it’s true that there’s no magic pill, easy fix or effortless way to get the body you want.  But here’s the good news — I’m happy to tell you that there IS one simple change you can make in your daily life that is almost guaranteed to help you drop pounds.  Here…
December 24, 2019
Fitness TipsPostnatal

New Momma Wrist Pain

New moms experience all different types of aches and pains as they care for their little ones. While often unexpected- pain in the wrist, hand and thumb-are very common for new moms. Pain or ache in the wrist and hand come from repetitive lifting of the newborn, holding the head while nursing, carrying the car seat, and repetitive twisting of…
December 8, 2019
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My 5 Favorite Ab Exercises That Are NOT Crunches

Crunches🚫. If you ever participated in one of AMC's classes, you know that I don't like the "crunch". Most people don't do them correctly. And by incorrectly, I mean ab muscles usually get pushed outward (instead of being drawn in by engaging deepest abdominal muscles), the neck is flexed forward with chin cranked into chest (rather than head aligned with spine).…
November 18, 2019
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Diastasis Recti: What You Need To Know

Every 6 weeks or so I have the privilege of meeting a group of new moms inside AMC's Postnatal Recovery class. These new—1st, 2nd, 3rd time— moms come to class with a list of questions about their postpartum bodies. The most common question I get asked is about an abdominal wall separation, also known as diastasis recti. This blog is…
October 22, 2019
Self-CareWeight Loss

1 Proven Way To Get In Shape: A Mama’s Success Story

A client of mine who I’ll call Anna (she prefers that I don’t use her real name) is a successful, loving, dedicated mom. As a mother to both a toddler and a newborn, Anna was struggling. She was working full-time, caring for a clingy, attention-seeking 2-year-old and meeting the non-stop demands of an infant. She felt like she was constantly…
October 2, 2019
Self-Care

3 Ways to Make Fitness & Nutrition Habits Stick

I’ll resume healthy eating and working out after my vacation… once the baby is born… after my child’s birthday week… tomorrow… Monday. Does this sound familiar? With everything going on in your life right now, it might seem inevitable that you’ll miss workouts, make unhealthy food choices and – ultimately – fail in your goal to becoming a healthier, happier…
October 1, 2019
Fitness TipsPostnatal

4 Tips to Jumpstart Your Workout Routine

Helping mamas establish their personal workout routines is one of my favorite things about being a fitness coach. I get it. Moms’ schedules are busy. We are pulled in 1001 directions—and let's face it, we don't tend to put ourselves on the top of our priority list. Our fitness (and nutrition) habits tend to be affected most.   So what’s a…
September 26, 2019
Self-Care

7 Simple Self-Care Tips for Moms

As a mom, you probably never put yourself first. But practicing self-care sets a good example for your family and better equips you for the demands of daily life. When you’re happier and healthier, your family will be too. Here are 7 simple self-care tips that will have a big impact on your health without adding to your busy schedule.…
September 4, 2019
Mom Moments

25 Random Facts About Me

As a trainer, it’s a job perk that I get to spend quality time with so many like-minded mamas! I've had the opportunity to learn about their fitness journeys and the pleasure to get to know many on a personal level—making some dear friends over the years. So I thought I'd share a little bit more about myself. Here are…
August 7, 2019
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5 Tips to Get Fit with Good Stroller Form

A stroller walk, or a run is an excellent workout for moms — and important to execute with good form. Poor stroller form can lead to more aches and pains and cause you to fatigue more quickly. At Active Moms' Club we coach moms to stand tall and walk like they have a mini-skirt on. Why? Because walking with a…
July 12, 2019
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4 Proven Perks to Keep You Moving

We all know that regular exercise boosts the health of people young and old. But what types are most effective? And what are the real benefits? In November of last year, the Physical Activity Guidelines Advisory Committee released their recommendations on how exercise should be incorporated into the daily lives of Americans. Below are a few key takeaways that I…
July 10, 2019