Mother + Personal Trainer + Environmentalist
The kettlebell is one of the most diverse pieces of equipment in the gym. Not only does it come in different weights that can be manipulated for all over body exercises, but its unique design calls your muscles to stabilize unlike anything else. This ball of iron helps your body to develop strength, endurance, and… Continue reading Back by KB: 4/29/19 Workout of the Week
Two weeks ago we spent a lovely weekend in Washington, D.C. Matt and I both agreed that the city life is not for us: too many people in your space, too fast paced, people that don't even look up from their cell phones, cars honking at everything, bad attitudes, and OMG the traffic! The weekend… Continue reading We Escaped “Something In The Water” Festival: Our Family Camping Trip to Pettigrew State Park
Yessss!!! This workout is the perfect mix of heavy lifting and sweating. I have been craving a workout that would kick my ass, and if that's you too, this is your workout! Enjoy! Exercises: Wide Squats: Start standing with feet much wider than hip width apart and a bar across your upper back. Toes can point… Continue reading Squat Til You Drop: 4/22/19 Workout of the Week
"Oh no, that is my favorite Cadillac!" My dad exclaimed. He had so generously given us a vehicle to use over the last few years. It was a 2004 Cadillac Deville with some 212,000 miles on it. He has two other Cadillac Devilles sitting at his house in Michigan that he had loaned to my… Continue reading My Dad Got a Cadillac for Easter: Our Easter Weekend Vlog
With summer approaching, I have been craving workouts that not just shape, but help burn some calories!!! I am loving circuits for that reason. The combination of multiple reps and cardio bursts really satisfies my need. I hope you enjoy this booty builder, too. Exercises: Dynamax Ball Slams: The traditional ball slam is a great one… Continue reading Ball + Bridge Booty Circuit: 4/15/19 Workout of the Week
I love my husband, but going away for just a day to the nation's capitol during the final week of the National Cherry Blossom Festival just seems hectic. Traffic to get there, finding parking spots, getting the house together, packing for me and the kids, making arrangements for the cats and dog...it just sounds like… Continue reading 24 Hours in Washington, D.C. with Toddlers: Our Getaway Vlog
I've been craving a sweaty circuit that is challenging! That is why I love the Bosu Ball! "Bosu" stand for Both Sides Up because it can be used both ways. Both sides challenge our body's ability to stabilize, recruiting muscles from the entire body even during traditional "targeted" movements. I incorporate the Bosu here with… Continue reading Bosu Body: 4/8/19 Workout of the Week
Deadlifts are a favorite of mine because they target so many different body parts (back, legs, abs) and have so many variations. This week I put together a Deadlift and ab workout, trying out a couple different variations of the exercise. Grab a bar and a kettlebell and get to work! Exercises: Traditional Deadlift: Set… Continue reading Deadlifts: 4/1/19 Workout of the Week
Amber Launstein 