Training by Robyn

10/25/2026

Happy Sunday! 👣💪

I've been SO excited to share this week's blog because it's a topic I've become pretty passionate about...

Barefoot shoes for strength training. Are they actually worth the hype?

If you've trained with me recently, you've probably noticed I've made the switch to barefoot shoes for almost all of my workouts, including my squats. And honestly? I don't see myself going back anytime soon.

But just because I love them doesn't mean they're automatically the best choice for everyone.

In this week's blog, I'm breaking down:

✔️ What barefoot shoes actually do (and don't do) for your feet

✔️ The potential benefits and drawbacks for strength training

✔️ What the research says about lifting barefoot

✔️ How to make the transition without doing too much, too soon

✔️ My personal favourite barefoot training shoes

I'm a big believer in understanding WHY we do something rather than blindly following another fitness trend. Whether you're already part of the barefoot shoe club or think we're all a little crazy, I think you'll find this one interesting. 😂

I'm curious, have you tried barefoot shoes for training, or are you sticking with your regular sneakers? 👇

Are barefoot shoes actually better for strength training? Learn the pros and cons of minimalist shoes, what the research says about squatting and deadlifting barefoot, how to transition safely, and why I finally stopped wearing weightlifting shoes.

10/25/2026

Some of your old prayers now look like ordinary life. Pause long enough to recognize them. Keep going.

10/21/2026

“I’m too tight to do yoga.”

If I had a dollar for every time I heard this from someone who lifts weights… 😂

Here’s the thing: You don’t need to be flexible to start yoga. And being strong doesn’t automatically mean you move well in every direction.

As someone who spent years strength training before getting into yoga, I used to think of it as mostly stretching. Turns out, there’s a lot more to it.

We’re talking balance, coordination, body awareness, stability, and learning to control movements outside the ones we typically practise in the gym.

And no, feeling tight doesn’t necessarily mean your muscles are too short or that you need to stretch more.

I still believe strength training should be a foundation for most people. But I also think we’re missing out when we treat yoga and lifting like they belong in completely different worlds.

My latest blog breaks down why the two complement each other, what mobility actually means, and why you don’t need to touch your toes to benefit from yoga.

🔗 Read the full blog at the link in my bio!

💬 For my fellow lifters: What’s stopping you from giving yoga a try? Or have you already started incorporating it into your routine?

10/18/2026

Happy Sunday!

Think You Need To Loosen Up Before Trying Yoga? Think Again!

This is One Of The Reasons I First Got Into Yoga, A Different Modality For Stretching

Now I Realize There's So Many More Benefits Than Just Becoming More Flexible...

Click Below To Learn More:

Think you're too tight for yoga? Learn why strength athletes can benefit from yoga, what “tight” muscles actually mean, and how to use yoga for mobility, movement, and recovery without giving up strength training.

10/14/2026

Somewhere along the way, I think a lot of people started confusing being careful with their bodies with avoiding anything that challenges them. 👀

And they’re really not the same thing.

There’s a pretty big difference between pushing yourself and being reckless in the gym.

Take my client here performing a box squat. We’re still challenging her strength with a loaded barbell, but we’re also being intentional about how we’re doing it.

One thing I wish more people understood is that you don’t have to choose between training hard and training intelligently.

A few things worth remembering:

✔️ Good technique doesn’t mean perfect technique. Your movement doesn’t have to look identical to someone else’s to be effective.

✔️ Challenging weights aren’t automatically dangerous. What’s heavy is relative to your current strength, experience and abilities.

✔️ Modifications aren’t a step backwards. Changing an exercise to better suit your needs can actually help you progress.

✔️ Progressive overload doesn’t mean adding weight every workout. Improving your control, range of motion and overall performance counts too.

✔️ Being cautious shouldn’t mean being afraid to progress. Your body is adaptable, but you have to give it a reason to adapt.

And sometimes that means getting a little uncomfortable.

I’m not suggesting everyone needs to throw a barbell on their back tomorrow. But I do think more people could benefit from giving themselves a little more credit for what they’re capable of.

The goal isn’t to avoid challenging your body. It’s to learn how to challenge it appropriately.

You can respect your limits without assuming they’re permanent.

10/11/2026

Your hips just carried you through an entire run. The least you can do is give them 10 minutes of attention afterward. 😂

One of my favourite poses to include after a run is Lizard Pose! 🦎

It’s a great way to work on hip mobility while giving your hip flexors and inner thighs some much-needed attention. And the best part? You can adjust the position to meet your body where it’s at. No need to force yourself into the deepest stretch possible.

✅ Open up your hips after running
✅ Work on flexibility and mobility
✅ Slow down and give your body a chance to recover

My 10-Minute Post-Run Yoga Flow is now up on YouTube! Whether you’ve just finished a quick jog or a longer run, this is a great way to finish your workout.

Save this for your next run, and head to the link in my bio to follow along with the full flow! 🤍

10/08/2026

Apparently I have a new yoga assistant, and she takes her job very seriously. 🐶😂

Josie pretty much stole the show in my newest 10 minute post walk yoga flow, but we did manage to get some stretching in!

This one is perfect after a long walk, especially if your hips, calves and hamstrings could use a little extra attention. Nothing complicated, just 10 minutes of movement to finish off your walk.

The full flow is up on my YouTube channel, Yoga with Robyn! 🤍

Save this one for after your next walk (and let me know if you think Josie deserves a permanent spot on the channel).