I am Holistic Strength

04/15/2024

We need to eat a high protein intake because we use protein for many reasons and purposes. In order for your organs to remain healthy and muscle quality (tissue in your body), for muscle growth and recovery, to keep blood sugar low (energy), to keep our metabolism working efficiently ( burn more calories).

If you carb up, your eating for a specific purpose...To make energy, but if you don’t actually use that much energy, you store it as fat in your body to use later.

You need to eat your protein to support structures and purposes in your body. Eat your protein and make it HIGH, like ACTUALLY high. A good place to start is 1g of protein per ideal/current body weight.

Eat with a purpose and help your body re-composition to a healthier body with more energy and muscle!

04/02/2024

This year holds a special significance for me as I celebrate my 30th birthday alongside the anniversary of Holistic Strength. Reflecting on this journey, I can't help but feel immense gratitude for the path I've been able to carve for myself, day by day.

Holistic Strength stands as one of my greatest achievements, a culmination of my diverse experiences and passions. Combining my expertise in education, health, fitness, prenatal and postpartum training, functional fitness, competitive weightlifting, and injury rehabilitation, I sought to create a space where I could authentically express myself and share my accumulated knowledge.

I craved a safe haven where I could empower women and foster a sense of community centered around self-confidence and personal growth. Every day, I'm fortunate to pursue my passion and connect with remarkable individuals on this journey.

As I look ahead, I'm filled with excitement for the future of Holistic Strength. My mission remains steadfast: to empower women (and anyone willing to join me) to nurture their bodies, cultivate confidence in their strength journey, refine body mechanics, and pursue their goals with determination. Beyond mere physical appearance or weight loss, my focus lies on training for longevity, BALANCE and holistic health. Whether it's balancing hormones, boosting energy levels, or simply being able to play with your kids without fear of injury. To TRAIN WITH PURPOSE, AND LIVE WITH STRENGTH.💪🏽

The past decade has been transformative for me, revealing new facets of myself and teaching invaluable lessons in balance, self-love, setting boundaries, effective communication, and nurturing relationships.

I extend heartfelt thanks to all who have supported me along this journey, placing their trust in me and embracing the vision of Holistic Strength. Truly, I am the fortunate one.

03/09/2024

Every time you show up for yourself, you're investing in your own well-being. Your dedication, sweat, and determination fuel your progress, regardless of the outcome. Remember that every workout contributes to your journey – a journey of growth, strength, and self-care. So, celebrate every effort, for it's a step towards a healthier, stronger you. 💪🏽🏃‍♀️We don’t have amazing workouts everyday but showing up counts and those efforts add up!

03/01/2024

02/29/2024

It's time to make a choice, set a plan, and take action. Your future self is waiting. 📆 💫

02/27/2024

Exercise in the morning before your brain figures out what you’re doing.

Here's the secret to morning workouts: Trick your brain into action before it hits the snooze button!

02/23/2024

The truth is we have control over our journey. We have a lot of choices, we may not see it in the movement, but the way we feel and look is a RESULT of our daily choices.

I know that instant gratification sounds nice, but our bodies and health DO NOT work that way. We need to work over time, compounding good habits that allow us to see results. We heal from inside out. We must work on what happens inside FIRST, and create daily habits that add up over time.

Harness this power to create a life that aligns with your dreams, your passions, and your well-being.

If you are struggling to make the ”right” choices, think back to your WHY. Your WHY holds a lot of power. I use this when my motivation is running low, chip away at it, one day at a time.

Need help creating a plan? Let’s work together!

02/15/2024

It's mind-boggling that often exercise is only seen as a method of weight loss when in fact it is the HOLY GRAIL of health! I believe often we are misinformed about the incredible benefits of exercise.We need to shift our focus and framing and see the benefits that exercise brings to our lives ASIDE from weight loss.

Exercise possesses the extraordinary power to influence the genes of your future child, and here's how:

It can actually change the chemical composition of DNA in s***m and egg cells.

One remarkable study found that just 23 minutes of high-intensity treadmill workouts, twice a week for three months, could trigger genetic alterations in s***m DNA. These changes may have the potential to impact your child's cognitive abilities positively.

This revelation is nothing short of groundbreaking.

The current belief is that these genetic modifications can be passed down to your children, offering them lifelong benefits. The genetic changes induced by physical exercise play a pivotal role in enhancing brain function, cognitive behavior, cellular growth, and energy processes in the next generation.

For more details, check out the article with PMID: 25864559.

Let's prioritize our health and future generations' well-being through the incredible power of exercise. 💪🏽🧠

02/15/2024

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