Sharing tips on how to balance weight lifting and cardio. Hi friends! How’s the week going so far? We’ve had a good one over here. Lots of exciting house updates are happening — it’s been fun to see some fresh changes around here. Today, let’s talk about fitness-y things and how to combine strength training…
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Although they compete in different divisions, Samson Dauda and Michael Daboul share the same goal: to build a championship-level physique in time for the 2023 Mr. Olympia contest. With the former coming off a sixth-place debut in the Men’s Open division of last year’s contest and the latter looking to improve upon a 10th-place finish at the Classic…
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The World Natural Bodybuilding Federation (WNBF) held one of its most recognizable contests of the year, the Pro Universe, on Sept. 23, 2023. The Pro Universe is held in high esteem by many fans of the sport, largely because the winner walks away carrying the title of “Mr. Universe” — a championship synonymous with classic bodybuilding dating back…
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If you’re an avid weightlifter, you’ve probably got some protein bars stashed in your gym bag, car, or desk drawer. It’s no secret that protein bars offer a super efficient way to up your protein intake to maximize muscle gains. With so many on the market claiming to be top-notch, it’s difficult to know which are the best…
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Sharing my favorite finds from Trader Joe’s!  Hellooooo! How are ya? I hope you’re enjoying the day so far. I have a couple of meetings this morning and looking forward to a massage later today. I hope you have a lovely day ahead! For today’s post, I wanted to share my favorite Trader Joe’s finds!…
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Chances are, there’s been a time in your gym experience where you’ve considered working as a personal trainer because you love fitness. That is a fantastic starting point because, who doesn’t want to make a career out of wearing gym clothes and spending hours breathing a mix of creatine dust and other people’s sweat?  On a more serious…
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Although the 2023 Mr. Olympia contest will boast plenty of star power, one of the biggest names in the sport will not be making an appearance at the biggest bodybuilding show of the year. Mamdouh “Big Ramy” Elssbiay has decided to forgo an opportunity to win his third Men’s Open championship by officially taking himself out of the…
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Did you know that approximately 50 percent of Americans consume less than the Estimated Average Requirement for magnesium? (1) Occasionally called the invisible deficiency, this mineral is definitely one we don’t want to ignore. Magnesium is involved in hundreds of bodily functions, including keeping your heartbeat steady and supporting your immune system. So, if you want to make…
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Sharing a full review of the HigherDOSE red light neck enhancer and if I think it’s worth adding it to your wellness routine. Check it out here and use FITNESSISTA15 for 15% off.  Hi friends! How are you? I hope you had a wonderful weekend! I missed this past week’s Friday Faves post – Friday…
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Let’s face it: The treadmill (unfairly) gets a bad rap. Merely mentioning it as a cardio option can quickly cause your training partner’s enthusiasm to evaporate. After all, many people associate treadmill workouts with unflattering terms like boring, monotonous, and uninspiring. Yet even if your previous treadmill experiences failed to elicit motivation or effective results, it’s not too…
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