I am by no means a skincare expert, but our skin is our largest organ and it must be cared for as well! My skin gets beat up daily, whether I am sweating it out at the gym, going for a long run in the sun or just daily toxins and exposure. That being said, many often ask about my skincare routine so I decided to compile a list of some of my best skincare tips for active individuals and at the gym! My top tip for better skin: drink water! I can't even imagine what my skin woul

One of the great things about eating healthy is it helps to support your immune system. And no doubt, in this day and age, we need all the help we can get with staying healthy and happy. If you have been sick, or are trying to avoid being sick, you cans try adding these foods to help boost your immune system. Ginger. A strong antioxidant, ginger also has antimicrobial and has anti-inflammatory properties. It can help to stimulate circulation, which means more oxygen to body t

What you do post workout can help aid in your workout recovery, reduce injury, aid in your progress and you may notice results faster as well. These steps will help you to form good habits for now and the future. Cool down. It’s easy to run straight from your workout off to the next thing on your planner. Resist the temptation and take a few minutes to cool down and breathe. A proper cool down lowers your heart rate and reduces the stress on your body! Foam roll and stretch.

As a personal trainer, I have pretty much heard all of the excuses when it comes to your workout. Now, I know there are times when you feel low on energy, or your schedule is overly packed, but sometimes these occasional workout excuses can lead to bad habits and cause you to miss the benefits of a healthy lifestyle. Common excuses: I don't have the time, I'm too tired, I'm too busy, it's too hard, I can't afford it, I don't like to exercise. How can we beat these common excu

When you're putting in time and effort for your fitness, you want to make every effort count! There are simple adjustments you can make to your training to maximize your workouts! Be aware of your posture. Your posture is extremely important! The muscles and bones in your body (your musculoskeletal system) all work together when you move. Good posture is important for reducing the strain placed on joints and ligaments. A problem with your body’s alignment can cause muscles to