Have you tried so many times to start working out again, but when things get tough or one thing goes wrong, you give up? Here are some strategies to help make things stick the next time around!
Category: Lifestyle
Is it Better to Lift Barefoot or Wear Conventional/Lifting Shoes
In the lifting community, Converses have been used for years due to their minimal support and minimal heel drop. It has become popular to lift barefoot as well. This blog explores the research behind barefoot and shoed lifting.
How to Transition to Running in Minimalist Shoes
So you’ve decided you want to transition to running in a barefoot shoe, but are not sure how…Let’s start by taking a look at what the research says.
Running In Minimalist Shoes vs. Conventional shoes – Which is Better?
What shoes are best when running, if any shoes at all?
What Style Shoe is best for you?
I often get asked about why I workout barefoot and choose to wear Vivobarefoot shoes over other types of shoes. I wanted to dive into the research and explain some of the benefits and risks of running, walking, and lifting while barefoot.
How to stay motivated
I get this question all. the. time. How do you stay motivated? How do you have that huge motivation/consistency? Or really any variation of that question. So how do I do it? Well, let me tell you my top tips for staying motivated 1. Motivation isn’t always there - habit, routine, and lifestyle play a … Continue reading How to stay motivated
Is work-life balance actually a thing?
Strategies to help you with work life balance. We will discuss fluctuations in busy/non-busy times, thinking of your time as a limited resource and allocating it appropriately, categorizing things into urgent &/or important to prioritize tasks, and setting boundaries.
Activewear Comparison: Lululemon, P’tula, Gymshark, and More
The quest for workout clothing is real…I want something comfortable, that will stay up but move with me, provide support up top, and make me feel good. Historically, I would spend $20 max on leggings. But I’m realizing the quality of those isn’t great, the fit isn’t the best, and they don’t last as long as I would like. I’ve been contemplating spending a bit more on athletic wear to see if it is worth it for quality…so here goes my thoughts on the topic. I chose to compare Lululemon, P'tula Active, Born Primitive, Gymshark, and Nux.
It’s okay to be genuinely you…if you’re lucky enough to know what that is of course
Typical 20-something struggle of trying to figure out who you are with and without societal influence
5 Tips for Working Out with an Injury
Five tips from a physical therapist to help you stay on track with your goals while injured.