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Getting Stronger But Not Bigger- How to Lift and Stay Lean

ArianneUpdated on September 7, 2018September 6, 2018

Getting stronger but not bigger IS possible, and we have the photo evidence to prove it! PLUS… did you know there is a major factor that will determine if you will bulk up at all? Actually, there are several and we are going to tell you about all of them. So then, put aside any hesitancy or reservations you may have about picking up a weight; because now it’s time to learn how to lift and stay lean!

Getting Stronger But Not Bigger- How to Lift and Stay Lean

As we have all been taught, it is true … that “seeing is believing.” One of the many fears us girls have when it comes to lifting, is that we are going to put on a dress for date night and resemble Arnold’s The Terminator. However, that couldn’t be further from the truth.

As a result, we thought that the best way for you to believe anything we are about to tell you about lifting; is if you can see what it really does with your own eyes. Sound good? Awesome, then keep scrolling to see 7 great examples of famous women who lift regularly.

Example Number One

Who: Supermodel and Victoria’s Secret alumni, Lais Ribeiro

Example Number Two

Who: Social media/Reality and developing music artist, India Westbrooks

Example Number Three

Who: Top model and Victoria’s Secret Angel, Jasmine Tookes

Example Number Four

Who: Model, fashion designer and reality superstar, Draya Michele

Example Number Five

Who: Instagram influencer and fitness guru, Massy Arias

Now here’s where the proof is really in the pudding. Remember how we said even when you get older lifting can do you a major favor? Not only are these next drop dead gorgeous ladies both moms; but they straight outdo chicks half their age! Presenting Halle Berry and Nicole Murphy!

Example Number Six

Who: Actress, on screen siren and Academy Award Winner, Halle Berry

Example Number Seven

Who: Model and fitness enthusiast and app owner, Nicole Murphy

Getting Stronger But Not Bigger- How to Lift and Stay Lean (Continued)

So then, did you notice anything about the above women? You know, other than they all have amazing bodies that would even look fabulous in a paper sack? Hopefully you took note that they all are still THIN and are very TONED thanks to LIFTING.

Yes, lifting isn’t an enemy. In fact, it can not only help you lose weight, but keep it off. Muscle burns fat. Time and time again science has proven that when you exercise you are using your muscle groups.

The more you use them the more opportunity to build muscle mass. The resulting muscle tissue will burn more calories, even when you are at rest! According to some research and studies, even 10 pounds of muscle would burn an additional 50 calories in a day spent at rest.

While on the contrast, 10 pounds of fat would burn only 20 calories. That is over 50% less of a calorie burn. So then, which would you rather work to have more fat or more muscle?

Getting Stronger But Not Bigger

Here is where working hard to gain more lean muscle comes into play. If you are able to maintain your muscle mass you will most likely find yourself in the group of people who keep from gaining weight as they get older. However, to maintain your muscle mass you will need to strength train. There is no way or shortcut around it; AND doing only cardio will not do it for you either.

Nevertheless, knowing all of that is wonderful, but if you do not do it out of fear of becoming “bulky” you will do yourself a major disservice. Oftentimes, the bulkiness look occurs when one is eating way too much while lifting weights. A lot of guys do this method in order to look “bigger.” However, it really boils down to one having excess body fat. While a calorie deficit will help you lose excess, when strength training you should never go below a 25% calorie deficit; or you may jeopardize your training from not being able to sustain your diet/workout routine.

If you are someone trying to be leaner the goal should be to add muscle without excess size. This can be achieved by stopping one or two reps before failure. Meaning before you literally cannot do another rep. If you push the muscle past failure and fatiguing you will encourage the muscle to add size. Therefore, your focus should be on gaining more strength while avoiding failure in order to build a more firm as well as dense looking muscle.

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Girl Fitness: How to be a Lean Mass Gainer Without Bulking Up

ArianneUpdated on July 10, 2018July 10, 2018

STOP! If you lift weights you are going to bulk up!!! Unfortunately, that is the fitness myth women have been scaring and passing along to other women for decades. The truth is if you desire to be a lean mass gainer; it is not how much you’re lifting, but rather how you are lifting it.

You see, the truth about toning is that heavy weights help you to not only gain more strength; but also require less cardio and maintain moderate fat loss. A goal that many ladies aiming to be thinner would like to achieve. However, that is not how most go about.

Girl Fitness: How to be a Lean Mass Gainer Without Bulking Up

We all have done it… crash diets, excessive amounts of cardio and trying out the latest record breaking fat-burning workout. Yet, these types of methods are not always to keep up in the long run. Many of us have the power to dig deep within to keep up for bit, but then find ourselves back at square one again. So what’s the answer?

To be leaner, you have to do what it truly encompasses then take the right actions that will get lean and remain that way. So then, to begin with it’s important to know what does it mean to have a lean body mass.

Lean body mass is basically a calculation of taking your total body weight and subtracting body fat weight. It’s the mass of the body minus the storage lipid otherwise known as fat. Or in real super basic terms, it is the amount of weight you carry on your body that is not fat.

The goal many women have is to keep their lean body mass while dropping your body fat percentage down. As the fat falls away they will look leaner and very toned. So how can this be done?

Girl Fitness: How to be a Lean Mass Gainer Without Bulking Up (Continued)

Training with heavier weights will help to develop actual muscle. Now if your end goal is tone up and decrease fat, it is highly recommended to stop one or two reps before hitting muscle failure. If you push past muscle failure and come to fatigue the muscle then you will most likely add size.

For a bodybuilder that’s awesome news! Nevertheless, for most of us that is not our fitness goals. We want the tone without minus the bulk. So it’s all about pushing yourself, but not going all the way to complete muscle fatigue.

Lastly, always remember that fat loss is dependent upon consistency. Allow us to repeat that. If you want to experience steady and sustainable fat loss you have to be consistent.

Stop and go may work for traffic on the streets, but it works havoc on any weight loss or fitness plan. Therefore, truly commit to your goals and yourself. You owe to YOU to become everything you want to be and should you. Anything is possible and you can do it because now you have the real secret to being a lean mass gainer!

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Honest Truth: Are All Gluten Free Foods Nasty?

ArianneUpdated on July 9, 2018July 9, 2018

Are all gluten free foods nasty? No. However, you will need to shop around and be willing to test out a bunch of brands; until you locate what tastes “normal” to you.

While going gluten free you will notice that bread does not seem to taste the same like gluten bread. Pasta is not quite pasta. Moreover, even crackers seem to be a little bit off. You see, the issue is if you have been eating processed foods with gluten all your life; you are used to various tastes and flavors that food companies have manufactured.

Most gluten free foods will not possess these exact same flavors, if as much flavor at all. As a result, you may have to readjust your taste buds some and be willing to search out like a treasure hunter all gluten free foods that seem to be more like “the real thing.” Nonetheless, do not worry they are out there!

Honest Truth: Are All Gluten Free Foods Nasty – There’s Hope

For instance, food brand B Free sells various types of breads from rolls to bagels and sliced loaves. Their bread products are awesome because you can toast them up like gluten filled bread without them falling apart or melting away.

While UDI’s is a major name in the gluten free realm, a lot times their products fall short in the taste department. It can feel like you are consuming bland cardboard. However, even if you are unable to discover gluten free products with tons of awesome flavor; there are some things you can do to up the taste factor.

Going back to bread try using very flavorful cheese or sliced meats to give the bread of your choice a much needed boost. Boars Head is absolutely a savior in this department! Their meats and cheeses are gluten free and FULL of flavor. Making them a safe find for those aiming to stick to a gluten free diet as well as a food haven for celiacs.

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Beautiful Black Women: Danai Gurira Womens Health July 2018!

ArianneUpdated on June 19, 2018June 19, 2018

WAKANDA! One of the fiercest warriors the big screen has ever seen is bringing strong and sexy back! The Danai Gurira Womens Health July 2018 issue is jam packed with everything you want to know about Danai; as well as, tips to look just as tone and fab as the Marvel superstar!

Hey Auntie (your welcome fellow BP nerds). This morning Womens Health magazine hit the social media realm with news of their stunning cover girl. As visuals from the edition started circulating, something else became apparent. The magazine is evolving!

Yes, Women’s Health, known for being at the forefront of helping women stay healthy just went through a little overhaul. However, the mag promises that readers will still love every feature as always, if not more.

Beautiful Black Women: Danai Gurira Womens Health July 2018

So what is on tap? Both the journal and Editor-in-Chief had much to say about Gurira’s issue stating,

“Introducing the NEW Women’s Health! We’re more committed than ever to our core DNA; but we’ve re-imagined and elevated it through the modern lens of what wellness means in our world today.

This is the first issue I’ve overseen from start to finish at Hearst Tower with my superstar team; and there are a lot of exciting updates inside that I hope will surprise, delight and inspire you.

But it all begins with our cover star… the gorgeous, strong, confident Danai Gurira; who stars in one but two of the highest grossing films of all time, Black Panther and Avengers. She’s the ultimate Women’s Health woman; from how she cares for her body to the positive mark she wants to leave on our world. The July/August issue hits newsstands 6/26, and I hope you all love it!”

-Editor-in-Chief Liz Baker Plosser

“Our July/August cover star is the unstoppable Danai Gurira! She currently stars in two of the biggest movies in the world – Black Panther and Avengers. [However] the actress, playwright, producer and activist is totally a superhero in her own right. Find out her secrets to success, including the workout she does that sometimes gets ‘so intense I can’t remember what we did.'”

-Women’s Health

Beautiful Black Women: Danai Gurira Womens Health July 2018 (Continued)

Nevertheless, what does the beautiful and talented Danai Gurira have to say about her new fitness issue? The actress says,

“I’d love all women and girls to experience how powerful our bodies are. Thank you Women’s Health Magazine and Liz Baker Plosser! Loved this shoot. So great to talk about feminine strength and self care.”

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Ask and Tell: Sanaa Lathan’s Lisa Marie Fernandez Yasmin Pink Terry Cloth Maillot

Arianne May 9, 2018May 9, 2018

The Item: Gorgeous actress, Sanaa Lathan’s Lisa Marie Fernandez Yasmin Pink Terry Cloth Maillot. Sanaa was photographed wearing the pretty in pink number on the cover of the June 2018 edition of Health Magazine.

You Asked: Sanaa is looking beautiful! I love that she is rocking her natural hair and natural body! Just one quick thing, do you guys happen to know who’s swimsuit she is wearing for her cover? Also, can you tell me the price too? Thanks 1966!

Ask and Tell: Sanaa Lathan’s Lisa Marie Fernandez Yasmin Pink Terry Cloth Maillot

The Verdict: Thank you for reaching out with such an awesome fashionable question! We too love Lathan’s Health magazine cover look. For the June 2018 issue, Sanaa beautifully wears the Lisa Marie Fernandez Yasmin Pink Terry Cloth Maillot.

Online you will find that this garment goes by a couple of other names as well. Such as the Yasmin Pink Seersucker Drawstring Maillot or simply the Yasmin Pink Terry Cloth Maillot. Search for any of these names and you will be one step closer to making this cute pink item your very own!

Sanaa Lathan’s Lisa Marie Fernandez Yasmin Pink Terry Cloth Maillot

However, you may want to hurry, this design is fan favorite. Also, the brand’s website says there are less than few available! Furthermore, in regards to the suit the Lisa Marie Fernandez label states,

“The Yasmin Drawstring Maillot is one of our most popular swimsuits. The simple wrap style cinches the waist with a rope drawstring [thus] creating a slim silhouette. [It] is equally chic poolside as it is worn as a bodysuit.”

Want in your closet right now? The Yasmin Pink Terry Cloth Maillot retails for $360.

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Black Girl Fitness: Couple Workout Routine -Halle Berry Demonstrates!

Arianne SuggsUpdated on February 12, 2018February 12, 2018Leave a Comment

Summer will be here before we know it. Don’t let warmer weather, bikinis, maxi dresses, and short-shorts catch you off guard. Get ready to showcase your best body ever, by doing a hard-hitting couple workout routine right now!

Black Girl Fitness: Couple Workout Routine -Halle Berry Demonstrates

Actress Halle Berry is still spilling all of her fitness secrets. Her latest? Working out with your SO. Nevertheless, why should you give this type of workout a try? Berry says,

“Today is all about the couple workout. It’s often easier to workout with a partner. A partner holds you accountable so you won’t quit halfway through. A partner can spot you so you don’t injure yourself; but most of all, working out with a partner just makes it all more fun!

Here are two simple exercises you and your boo can do at home. It’s a plank with a squat and each person gets a workout at the same time. Squats for butt and legs, and plank for core and upper body. Do 20 reps for 10 sets. If you’re just beginning, do 10 reps for 5 sets.”

Couple Workout Routine -Halle Berry Demonstrates

Halle Berry is one of the hottest women ever. Therefore, if that is her advice we are taking it! Get like Halle and try out this couple workout routine. Here is how to do it with photo reference!

One partner gets into plank position, while the other stands behind in a deep squat with feet slightly wider than shoulder width apart; while holding the planker’s feet. The squater should then stand up with knees slightly bent. This is the start position.

From the start position, the planker continues to hold their position while the squater squats down. Perform 20 reps for 10 sets, or if just beginning, do 10 reps for 5 sets.

Once all the sets are completed, switch positions. The squater moves to the plank, while the planker becomes the squater. Then perform the same amount of reps again. Want a major challenge? Instead of reps just do as many reps as you can do before the burn becomes too much.

Couple Workout Routine

Working out solo is cool, but don’t miss out on all the benefits that working out as a couple can accomplish! While there are SO many, here are five awesome benefits that may just convince you to give Halle’s tip a try.

Keeping Things Fresh– Sometimes after awhile working out can seem a little stale. Used to the same walls, scenery, moves and music. However, add a partner and now its a party! Suddenly, exercising will feel less like the norm thanks to the addition of a new dynamic. Plus, you may find yourself working even harder just to impress your babe.

Stronger Bond– You both will be sticking closer than a pair of atoms. Science and research is showing that couples that work out together experience a stronger bond with each other which leads to a strengthened relationship. Awwww!

I Challenge You to a Duel!- Without swords of course, unless you both are into that kind of thing or fencing. Nevertheless, a couple workout routine provides an avenue for healthy competition. As both partners challenge each other to workout harder or longer, better results can be experienced and achieved.

Mama I’m a Cheerleader– Everyone needs encouragement sometimes. The great thing is when you are working out with your love you have a built in cheerleader. Someone with your best interests in mind that also wants to see you succeed. Both of you can “woo” and “you got this” each other to more tone bodies.

Catching Feelings… And Z’s– As we already established you and the boo will be falling for each other more. However, by getting your fitness on you both will also enjoy better sleep and less stress. Score!

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Plank Pull – Halle Berry Shows and Tells How to Get Her Abs!

Arianne SuggsUpdated on January 19, 2018January 19, 2018Leave a Comment

FINALLY! For years, sultry screen siren, Halle Berry has been oozing sex appeal in films, beauty adverts and red carpet events. Leaving the rest of us mere mortals to ponder as we take a bite of pizza, “How in the heck does she stay so flawless?!” Well, Halle is deciding to start answering our fitness prayers. First up on her list is getting us all doing the plank pull. Ladies, our time has come, Halle Berry is finally going to show and tell how to get her abs!

Plank Pull – Halle Berry Shows and Tells How to Get Her Abs

Yes, we all have a little bit of Bond Girl in us; she just might need a little help getting out. Halle Berry is convinced that the Plank Pull is a great place to start. Why not just a regular plank?

Well, planks are excellent for strengthening the core, but after awhile how long do you really want to be stuck holding that position? Therefore, to get more bang out of your buck all you have to do is tack on an additional element. The movement involved with Plank Pulls forces your body to stabilize itself. This slight variation will make the move more challenging allowing you to work your stomach muscles even more fully. Score!

Plank Pull – Halle Berry Tells How to Get Her Abs

Now that we know why to perform one of Berry’s signature fitness moves; still begs the question, how can we attain and keep a physique like an Oscar winning actress. During one of her new Fit Friday tips Halle kindly gave her fans some exercise advice. She says,

“It’s fitness Friday! You asked how to get started? It’s simple, you just decide to start!

You decide today that you are worth it! Trust me, I know it’s hard to focus and dedicate time to working out each day, but with 24 hours in the day you can surely take one and dedicate it to you! You don’t need a fancy gym to get started. All you need is a living room, the patio, kitchen floor, a driveway or a backyard, and a bottle water.

This simple exercise is called a plank pull. This starts to strengthen your core, and a strong core has been key to my workouts.

Each week I’m going to pick a question that you asked and Peter, my trainer, and I will do our best to answer. First, we were asked: If you have weight to lose, is it better to lose weight before you start working out? Peter says it’s best to do them simultaneously.

You can start by walking each day or doing jumping jacks for cardio, while using very light weight. Or again holding water bottles in each hand if you don’t have weights. And you can also start the plank pulls.”

Plank Pull – Halle Berry’s Trainer Demonstrates

Alright, so we got the motivation and we know all the benefits. Now it is time to implement! Halle Berry’s trainer, Peter Lee Thomas, breakdowns how to do the Plank Pull with excellent form!

What You Will Need

Full Water Bottle or Light Weight
Your Own Body Weight

Step 1– Position yourself into the classic plank position keeping stomach tucked in and contracted. Hold the water bottle in your right hand and extend arm forward. This is the starting position.

Step 2– While maintaining the plank, draw right arm back until your hand is near the chest then extend the arm back to start position. This is one rep. Do as many as you can then switch sides.

Step 3– Move the bottle or light weight to your left and repeat the exercise. Stay in a plank, but extend and pull left arm like you had on the ride side.

Step 4– Do as many reps as you can on the left side and then you’re done!

Plank Pull – A Little Halle Motivation

Need a little more motivation to stop your Stranger Things binge and get off the couch? We have complied a lookbook of some of Halle’s hottest body pics over the years. Enjoy the Fitness Confidence Inspo and happy planking!

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Black Girl Fitness- Should I Take a Multivitamin or is it Unnecessary?

Arianne SuggsUpdated on December 26, 2017December 26, 2017Leave a Comment

Fitness Model Jamesha LaMonica with Photography by Photos by Darrin

Should I take a multivitamin? That is the question that is plaguing many health-conscious ladies around the world. Furthermore, things get even more confusing when experts with varying views and opinions also weigh in on this topic.

For instance, some health experts say that eating only good, clean, nutritious food is all a person needs. Yet, others still believe strongly that consuming a multivitamin has its place in a proper diet. Therefore, who is right and who is wrong? Also, should taking a multivitamin be a decision that is made more due to a person’s lifestyle or schedule?

Black Girl Fitness- Should I Take a Multivitamin or is it Unnecessary?

The truth is multivitamins cannot replace good nutritious food, however, they can help. Mr. David Levinsky is a professor at Cornell University. In regards to taking multivitamins daily he says, “I take a multivitamin every day as a little insurance policy. For certain groups of healthy people, especially those whose diet has nutritional gaps, a multivitamin can help fill in those gaps.”

Moreover, health and nutrition expert Madelyn Fernstrom offers up another good reason as to why taking multivitamins could be a benefit. Fernstrom is a professor at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. In reference to multivitamins Madelyn says, “In a perfect world we would all eat a variety of fruits and vegetables. We would all exercise regularly, but that’s not a reality. People can be strapped for time or money and don’t meet their daily nutrient needs. Also, you have to remember that many studies look at large population groups, not individuals.”

Should I Take a Multivitamin or is it Unnecessary?

So then, if a person does decide to take a multivitamin doing so will have its benefits. No, it will never take the place of a good meal. However it will have the ability to help supplement an already healthy diet so that a person can meet the recommended requirements for certain minerals as well as vitamins.

Nevertheless, that brings us to a brand-new issue. What type of supplement or multivitamin should a person take? Also, are all multivitamins created equal?

The scary answer to that last question is that, no, not all multivitamins are created equal. That is because some companies are allowed to sell multivitamins that are not even hundred percent completely derived from actual food. A real concern for anyone who is just trying to live a healthier lifestyle.

Take a Multivitamin or is it Unnecessary? (Cont.)

However, there is a practical solution to this health issue. Enter… Silver Fern Brand Whole Food Multivitamin. What makes this brand of multivitamin so different? Silver Fern answers, “Here at Silver Fern we believe you should get the most of your vitamins and minerals through the food you eat! But sometimes it’s hard to consume 8 cups of broccoli 11 cups of kale and 33 cups of spinach in the day we made it easy with our whole food multivitamin just two little capsules a day get the job done!”

But wait there’s even more benefits to taking Whole Foods multivitamins. Silver Fern continues, “A lot of you are wondering about multivitamins and why ours are different. So here it is: vitamins can be synthetic or natural. Many of the multivitamins on the market are synthetic parentheses meaning made in a lab parentheses rather than from actual real food! Companies can label it as natural as long as it contains 10% derived from plants. Silver Fern vitamins are hundred percent natural. Every bit coming from real fruits and vegetables! They are blended up and then we remove the cellulose (plant fiber) sugar, and protein… leaving dense nutrients that are then freeze-dried. We care what you put in your body and it was a frustration with what was on the market that drove us to create this unbeatable product!”

Take a Multivitamin – BONUS!

Sound like the perfect multivitamin for you? Get at Whole Foods grocery stores for $. Nevertheless, Whole Foods also wants to help you get started on developing an even better healthy diet for yourself. In collaboration with The Butter Half, this easy Gree Smoothie recipe was created to energize and fulfill your nutritional needs! Check it out below.

It’s time to start your day! Break your fast, with this delicious nutritious green smoothie, featuring our whole food multivitamin!

Ingredients Needed:

•2 cups almond milk
•2 Silver Fern Whole Foods multivitamin capsules
•2/3 cups Silver Fern Kaha protein powder
•2 tablespoons chia seeds
•1 tablespoon spirulina powder
•1 banana
•ice

Instructions:

1. Add milk, vitamins, protein powder, chia seeds, spirulina powder, banana, and ice to a blender. Blend on high for one minute until smooth.

2. Pour into glasses and serve immediately. Also, fantastic for sneaking some greens and vitamins into diets for kids.

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How To Choose The Right Fitness Trainer, Regardless of Fitness Level

ArianneUpdated on December 18, 2017December 18, 2017Leave a Comment

Choosing the right personal fitness trainer is very important. To pick up the phone and call the first trainer that popped up in a Google search, could end up being both a waste of time and money. Therefore, personal training is a valuable service, but it is best to pick a fitness trainer that can achieve the goals that YOU are after.

How To Choose The Right Fitness Trainer

There is no such thing as a stupid question. We recently quizzed a top Los Angeles fitness trainer on what anyone regardless of their fitness level should look for in a trainer. Remember, it is your body and it deserves only the best. With that in mind, here are a few things to definitely keep in the forefront when making your decision.

1. What are their achievements?

The Answer: Pick a trainer whose achievements closely match your goals. If you want to run a race, a runner with marathon experience would fit. If you want to lose weight, a personal trainer who has lost weight his/herself would be a great match.

Of course this is not always the case. I have trained men for mass gain and have been plenty successful. If you find a trainer you want to work with, ask if they have experience in the area. Furthermore, any great trainer will get one of their previous or current clients to call or e-mail you, with a testimonial if you request one.

2. What is their availability?

The Answer: If you want to train full force at three or four times a week, make sure the trainer has the availability. A great personal trainer is really busy, and some can only fit in 1 or 2 sessions per client a week. If you want to work with them anyway, see if they will provide you with a custom program for working out one or two days a week on your own.

Choose The Right Fitness Trainer (Cont.)

3. What are you looking for in a personal trainer?

The Answer: Do you just need someone there to make sure you are exercising hard enough? Do you want someone who will motivate you like a drill Sergeant? Do you need to work on technique? Or perhaps, do you have any injuries or conditions that need a more experienced and knowledgeable trainer?

As you can see, a little analysis is required. Definitely be sure to pick out a trainer that will provide what you want. Everybody has different expectations of what a good trainer is. Find the right match for what you need to get out of your workout sessions.

Personal training is a service that fast tracks results safely and surely. A great way to find a trainer is through friends and family who can recommend their trainer to you. Alternately, do your research, and hire the best trainer for your goals and needs.

The Right Fitness Trainer

A truly skilled personal fitness trainer can help you learn not only how to get into the best shape ever, but maintain it. This kind of knowledge is simply invaluable. Los Angeles fitness coach, Erin Williams demonstrated how important it is to listen to as well as learn from the best. Furthermore, Williams shared with us a nutrition tip that can really help you shed the pounds! Enjoy.

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Jenifer Lewis High Kicks-Learn From Mom, Add This to Your Workout!

Arianne Suggs December 5, 2017December 5, 2017Leave a Comment

Actress and favorite film as well as TV mom Jenifer Lewis broke the Internet with the release of her new book, The Mother of Black Hollywood. The Jenifer Lewis High Kicks in celebration of her memoir shot around the online realm in mere hours. Her energetic display had us girls putting down slices of pizza and starting to rethink our fitness routines.

Yet, for good reason. Did you know that learning and mastering the high kick has NUMEROUS benefits? If you are looking to shape up, burn calories and infuse your workout with a new move. We suggest taking a page out of mother Lewis’ kick book and get those legs up!

Jenifer Lewis High Kicks-Learn From Mom, Add This to Your Workout

Let’s just cut right to the chase, shall we? High kicks are great when utilized as a warm up exercise or as a killer cardio move. Some of the benefits you can gain from this one explosive exercise are:

Tone the abs
Healthy stress reliever
Sculpt the legs
Burn calories and melt fat
Enhanced coordination
Improve the flexibility of the hamstrings
Fast movement (kicks) gets the heart pumping which in turn helps to burn more calories
Increases lower body as well as core strength
Can improve performance in martial arts, cheerleading and gymnastics

An exercise that hits two common problem areas? Uhm, count us in! High kicks can be performed starting from a lunge or squat position. Or by simply balancing on one leg while kicking the other leg up and as high as you comfortably can.

Start by doing three sets of 15-20 reps. Work up to being able to kick for an extended amount of time or even a set amount. Some pros even do a 1,000 kick challenge! Not necessary to see real results, but nothing like a good challenge in order to reach your fitness goals.

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