Everyone wants a flat and toned tummy right? Probably one of the most coveted body part for women is the abdomen. Everyone would like to be beach ready, even in the winter. My Canadian friend, Rick Kaselj gives has the best ab exercises to prevent back pain. This is a great core routine to strengthen […]

As you may or may not know, it’s Canadian Thanksgiving this weekend. My Cali pal, Sylvia Favela is visiting and it’s been a great time to reflect on my many blessings. I really couldn’t ask for a better life: I live in a free country, I’m healthy, my ‘work’ never seems like work because I […]

What is better than a creamy chocolate shake? A creamy chocolate shake without the guilt! You won’t miss the fat and refined sugar as you slurp up this tasty treat. Servings: 2 Here’s what you need: 2 bananas, frozen 1/2 cup nonfat milk 2 scoops chocolate whey protein 2 Tablespoons raw almond butter dash of […]

Do you ever feel like this:   Not really motivated? No hope of feeling your best? Need to buy bigger clothes? Instead of feeling defeated, take a look how how these women are winning. I love getting your emails, especially when you share your success with me. You can read more success stories here,  here and […]

It may not be you, but maybe someone you love has just found out that a baby is in the works. Why should you continue with any exercise? The benefits of fitness during pregnancy include:

Your diet should be filled with vegetables, with asparagus at the top of the list. This asparagus recipe is easy to make and tastes great. Serve it with a piece of white fish, chicken breast or other lean meat for a healthy meal. Servings: 4 Here’s what you need: 1 bunch asparagus 2 teaspoons olive […]

Green beans are low in calories and packed with vitamins and healthy fiber. This dish comes together quickly and the flavors are deliciously tangy. Servings: 2 Here’s what you need: 8oz fresh green beans 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 Tablespoon dijon mustard 2 teaspoons brown rice vinegar 3 Tablespoons diced yellow onion dash of salt […]

Burpees are the new black and everyone can benefit.   I know you’re thinking I must have rocks in my head, but I’m serious about this. Everyone hated me in my fitness boot camp when we started doing burpees, but now we do burpees +  What I mean by that is we throw in all […]

I know, I know, you’re looking at me like I have three heads when I say ‘pain free burpees’.  But all the COOL people are doing burpees and you’re gonna want to join us…right? I’ve made my fitness boot camp clients into burpee converts. They aren’t going door to door giving away burpees just yet, […]

Not all PB$J sandwiches were created nutritionally equal. It all depends on the quality of the ingredients that you use. If you use white bread, corn syrup-filled peanut butter and refined sugar-filled jelly, the result would be a sandwich that will skyrocket your blood sugar, promotes fat storage and leaves you feeling hungry a short […]