In 2007, Italian police arrested Salvatore Lo Piccolo. This dude was an actual boss from the real life Sicilian Mafia. As they explored his house, they stumbled across what they believed to be their official “10 commandments” of their crew. In other words, “If you want to be a good mobster, follow these 10 easy steps!”…
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So you’re interested in eating only plants, eh? Well, you’ve come to the right place to learn all about it. I’ve seen many people over the years have success with a Plant-Based Diet. Truth be told though, I’ve seen many people also struggle with it too. (After all, donuts are “plant-based” and pizza just got…
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Sharing my review of Oliveda’s new makeup Skin Tint (a lightweight foundation that’s great for your skin!) Hi friends, how’s the day going? I hope you’re having a wonderful one. I’m onboarding new 1:1 clients – my new program launches later this month and a couple of friends have already signed up! – and am…
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I’ve been trying to do a few things differently in 2025. Specifically, moving towards moments or things that make me uncomfortable. (I don’t mean “times when I am in physical danger,” of course.) But rather, I’m going to run toward the things that my brain tells me, “This is uncomfortable, I don’t like this, avoid…
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Sharing some of my top tips on how to stay fit as a busy parent. Hi friends! How’s the morning going? I hope you’re having a lovely day so far. I’m teaching a barre class this morning and cranking out some work stuff the rest of the day. I started teaching at a different studio…
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Today you learn one of the most underrated exercises of all time: the dip. It’s something we remind our coaching clients not to overlook, and I’m excited to share the exercise with you today. Here’s what we’ll cover so you can learn the bodyweight dip: What is the dip exercise? What muscles does the dip…
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Hi friends! How are you? I hope that you had a wonderful week! It’s been a great one over here because the Pilot is RETIRED! It was an incredible weekend packed with family and friend fun. When the professional pics arrive, I’ll post a full recap! Just waiting for the last finishing touches 🙂 I’m…
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Elliptical machines have come a long way, with major developments in specs and technology. Their ergonomic design maximizes the quality and intensity of your workout, incorporating both upper and lower body muscles. This provides you with a full-body workout to enhance your cardio fitness while maintaining the structural integrity of your joints. We consider that an all-around win. If you…
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A power rack allows you to safely perform weightlifting exercises like barbell squats and bench presses, without a spotter, in your home gym. Add-on accessories like pull-up bars, dip stations, and resistance bands can help you get the most out of your power rack, giving you the tools for a versatile full-body workout. Whether you have limited space or are looking…
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Now that I’ve been using and loving EquiLife products for the past few years, I thought I’d share some of my top picks! Hi friends! How are you? I hope you’re having a wonderful week. Today started bright and early with an F45 class, I enjoyed brunch with friends, and am writing this post in…
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