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Hello Heather. Congratulations on losing 25 lbs. Some would say that is the harder part of the fitness journey. The gym can be intimidating but it doesn't have to be. What I would recommend is to start with bodyweight compound exercises. Compound Exercises-exercises that engage two or more different joints to fully…
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If you are dealing with lower back pain, a physical therapist would be a good idea. If you have time and are willing to learn about your lower back, then check out The Back Mechanics by Dr. Stuart McGill. The Big 3 Core Exercises that he recommends for the majority of people to do. 1. The modified crunch (to be clear this…
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Good work bro. In the beginning, I would recommend, going for easy runs. Leave your ego at home and focus on a nice and slow aerobic pace. This pace will feel slow but it will build your endurance the best. If you are running with a friend, then you should be able to have a conversation with him. If you are running by…
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Hello! Congratulations on being a mom of 5 kids. You have a busy lifestyle and it's wonderful to hear that you are taking steps on taking care of yourself. As parents we want to be there for our kids but we can't forget to make sure to take of ourselves so that we can be there for them. Where to begin? Your number one…
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How much protein should I try to get per day? That is a great question. That of course will depend on each individual and how active they are. I am going to use your weight as an example. Minimum protein intake for sedentary, generally healthy adults is .8 g of protein per kg of body mass. Which translates to about 55 g of…
