Fit Your Life

Today, I have a new BOSU workout for you! It is a great full body workout that will get your heart rate up. One of the many benefits of using a BOSU is that your core is engaged the entire workout to keep your balance and stability! This is great for prenatal and postpartum exercise as well, especially when "regular" abdominal exercises become a little too much for your growing belly. Also, find below a delicious and nutritious recipe! Full Body BOSU  Instructions: All exercises are completed using the BOSU (except bicycles)! (blue side is less challenging, black side is more challenging) Step-Ups - one foot is in centre of blue or black side (depending on your level), step other leg through to touch foot beside balancing foot. Step bent leg back onto the floor. Repeat all reps before switching sides. Squats - plant both feet, shoulder width apart, on blue or black side (depending on stability). Bend knees to lower booty back and behind. Keep your knees over...

Imagine pulling out an old pair of running shoes, dusting them off, putting them on, and heading out for a run on a beautiful sunny day. They are tight. Way too tight. Despite the gorgeous scenery, you will most likely not enjoy your run and end up with blisters on your painful feet.  It can be argued that a proper fitting sports bra is nearly as important as proper fitting running shoes for physical activity. You wouldn't wear shoes that are too tight. Why would you try to squeeze into an uncomfortable sports bra?! Pregnancy causes breasts to enlarge, preparing for lactation. Beginning a new exercise routine after having a baby will be enough of a challenge on it's own; by enjoying the luxuries of a well fitting and comfortable sports bra, your workout will feel like a dream (or at least you will be well on your way)! Poorly fitting sports bras can cause some major issues for lactating women. Besides being uncomfortable, bras that are too tight can cause clogged ducts, whi...

Prenatal and Postpartum Fitness Seminar & Workshops  Fitness is a journey, not a destination. As with all journeys, there are twists and turns, hills and valleys. Sometimes we know how to steer through these changes and sometimes we need to stop and ask for directions.  Pregnancy is a beautiful time with many changes to the female body. Exercise while pregnant and during the postpartum period are very important and have many benefits. However, it is important for mom and baby that exercise is done safely and efficiently.  Join Kellie to learn about safe, efficient, and beneficial fitness during and after pregnancy! Please note - you do not have to be pregnant, nor a mother to attend either session. 

Alright, it's time for some at home cardio!! Getting to the gym to use cardio machines is not always an option and in this country, indoor workout alternatives are usually welcomed. High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) is a workout technique where maximal effort is made through intense exercise, followed by recovery periods. HIIT burns calories through keeping the heart rate high and has also a high Excess Post-exercise Oxygen Consumption (EPOC) which continues to burn calories even long after your workout is complete!! Let's go... At Home HIIT set your timer for 45 seconds per exercise, followed by 15 seconds rest repeat for 2-3 sets high knees squats plank jumping jacks push-up rotations (full push-up, then open into side plank. alternate sides) sit-ups burpies wall sit side plank pulses (alternate 1/2 way through) mountain climbers triceps dips reverse crunches P renatal Version if you have any medical condition that your doctor or midwife is fo...

As some of my followers might already know, I am huge fan of Tone It Up ... Two inspirational women, based out of California, who through their website, workouts, nutrition plan, and other social media, empower other women to feel and look amazing. Although I have followed Tone It Up (TIU) since 2010 and purchased their nutrition plan in 2012, it was only this summer that I became involved in their online community. I had been missing out. Big time! This online community of supportive women from around the globe is truly one of a kind. TIU members "check-in" with collages of their meals, workouts, and other inspirations and of course, being social media, other members "like" and comment while supporting and encouraging one another.  The current TIU series is called "Love Your Body". It is a six week challenge between New Years and Valentines Day where TIU encourages the team to commit to a lifestyle change that will make them feel and look fabulous ... ...