REDesign your fitness.

Personal Trainer, Athletic Trainer, PhD Candidate.

 

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I've been getting a lot of questions about whether smoothies are better than juices. Here is my short and sweet answer: Smoothie Juice because fiber! (Yay fiber! #💩) . . . My snack of choice is always a delicious smoothie, especially in these warm summer months. My fav smoothie recipe tastes like PB&J and is filled with good-for-you fancy ingredients. . . 1tbsp Almond butter 10 Cashews Filtered water Handful Frozen strawberries Handful Spinach 1/2 tbsp vanilla 1/2 tbsp Maca 1 tbsp Chia seeds 1/2 tbsp Hemp seeds 1 tsp Spirulina Ice . . . I add all the fancy stuff because it adds protein and vitamins. I know there are tons of potions and powders that are making their way into smoothies everywhere, but I have yet to try any of the popular ones like reishi - anyone have any advice or reviews?
Nothing makes me feel more fulfilled than creating. For the longest time I avoided investing in my creative strengths for fear that my science wouldn't be taken as seriously. Now, after finding that I can include both in my daily life, I feel such a sense of purpose and satisfaction. Don't suppress what is inside you- skills, gifts, personality traits, identity... If you've got it, flaunt it! . . Speaking of creativity - I am so excited to be collaborating with my beautiful friend @kelleyfarlow of @rubyandsaint this weekend to create some beautiful images.
While I don't go as often as I used to (thanks, @flywheelsports 🙊) I am grateful to all the badasses who teach at @soulcycle and for the completely different type of energy that comes with the class. In the words of my favorite punny babe, @ashleybatz, "Soulcycle is like cheap therapy... or expensive,sweaty church" 😂
You know those days when you just feel "off"? It's been interesting (and awesome!) to notice that as my lifestyle becomes healthier, I am affected by fewer and fewer of those days. . . Today, unfortunately, is definitely one of those days. As I spend more time cooking healthy, simple meals at home, I am more able to notice when foods affect me and more sensitive to poor quality and processed foods. Eating at traditional restaurants usually results in me feeling foggy, tired, swollen and "off". Im thinking this is because they are using oils and lower quality ingredients that my body is no longer used to digesting. . . If you often feel foggy, grumpy, lethargic, and unmotivated - even if you live a healthy lifestyle- maybe take a closer look at your diet. There could be a sneaky little food intolerance or allergy that is really affecting your overall health. We should feel vibrant and energized after a meal, not tired and groggy. . . For me, it's back to clean ingredients and tons of water until I feel more like myself. #treatyoself
Walking on sunshine ✨ (Disclaimer: not actual sunshine, just some spilled paint on 10th street)
A few years ago I made the decision to divert from the narrow trajectory towards becoming a university professor. I was nervous that I might not be as respected or as powerful without the name of a University attached to my reputation. HA! . . I am so grateful I had the courage and support to follow my heart and my gut. I am still finishing my PhD, but when I graduate, I want to spread health knowledge and information in a much less traditional way. I am so passionate about training and LOVE running my business. . . The lesson here is - don't be scared. If you know in your bones that the path you are on isn't meant for you, take the path less traveled. Chances are it will be scary and intense but (as they say) the juice is worth the squeeze. There is no better feeling than pursuing a career that is based on your gifts, skills, and passions. . . If you have any questions about any of this or you can relate - let's chat ✨
A little repost from one of my favorite @instagram x @mileycyrus posts in lieu of #prideweek. Here in SF, pride week is celebrated out loud by nearly every business, but remember there are places where identifying with or supporting LGBTQ is still frowned upon. Take this week (and all of the weeks) to gently and lovingly inspire acceptance, love, and equality - for all. #empathy #sfpride
I n t e n s i t y . I know that I can get into a workout rut- sticking to the same routine week in and week out because it feels familiar. I start to plateau and become frustrated. Are you working out consistently and not feeling changes? I totally get it- so annoying, right? There are three factors that you can manipulate in any workout in order to continue to feel stronger (and the acronym.. get this... is FIT) . . 1. Frequency: how often you train. Head to the gym, track, or studio a few extra times per week to get some more movement in your schedule. . . 2. Intensity: pump up the intensity of your workouts to continue to challenge your body. The harder it has to work, the more it will adapt to those harder demands and the stronger it will become. . . 3. Time: how long are your workouts? Add a few extra reps or miles, decrease your rest time, and start to really challenge your endurance capacity. . . I use these principles with my clients to ensure they continue to become stronger and faster. Try implementing one, two, or three of these in your fitness regimen this week and see how you feel! Remember- if it doesn't challenge you, it doesn't change you 👊🏼