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Kettlebell Queen's Blog
Blog #1
My journey into the fitness industry
Hi Everyone! Welcome to Kettlebell Queen's first blog post! I want to tell you little bit about myself, and how I
became the personal trainer I am today.
I was always active as a kid, participating in soccer, field hockey, and ice hockey. I did sports camps in the off season and enjoyed running three days a week. Once I graduated High School, I stopped participating in sports, and that's when I turned to the gym.
I worked out 3-4 days a week all through college, working out in gyms, at home and loved workout videos. I graduated from Lasell College with a Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality, Travel and Tourism. After working in the hotel industry for seven years, I decided to pursue my passion for fitness. I studied for my ACE Certification while working in hotels, and once I got certified I started working in commerical gyms.
I worked at Bally Total Fitness, Gold's Gym, Stow (Global) Fitness, and now I am on my own working at Tornado Gym. I learned so much from each place I went, developing my unique style, and building up a good clientele by customizing workouts to their needs, and building connections with them.
I am always searching for more and better ways to build and design workout programs. I have done that by seeking out advanced certifications, reading books, articles, and going to fitness conferences whenever I can, and take pride in being the best personal trainer I can be
Kettlebell Queen's Blog #2
Why start a fitness program in January?
Hey guys! Happy New Year to you all. I hope the New Year finds you well & you had a great holiday season.
Every year at this time is when a lot of people make their New Year's resolution about fitness and health. This is great, but why this time of year?
The new year brings new beginnings, hope and a fresh start. As the year begins to drag on, people sometimes slip into old habits, whether it be making poor choices with nutrition, or going MIA at the gym, picking up old vices, and not taking care of their bodies in general. That is why the New Year is a good time for a reset, and to start a workout and nutrition program. With the new year comes optimism and hope, and that can help to fuel the motivation to begin something new.
Turning the page on the calendar is also good for the mind and the body. When the mind and the body is in sync it is easier to start and keep consistent with a fitness program. When body the mind and body work together, it can not only help with motivation, but it can also help with adherence to a plan or program.
Another reason to start a fitness program in January is the increased activity in gyms and fitness centers. With more people starting fitness routines this time of year, it may be easier to find a workout buddy or join new and fun exercise classes.
With New Year's resolutions comes new goals. If you are an athlete and want to become better at your sport, if you have an upcoming life event that you want to look good for, or be able to run around with your kids and not get fatigued, this time of year would be a good starting point.
Whatever your motivation is, new beginning, a goal that you have set for yourself, or to just be healthier overall, January is the perfect time to start a fitness program!
Kettlebell Queen's Blog #3
Tips for Exercising during the Summer Season
Finally! The nice weather is here, and we can be outdoors, go for walks, and hit the beach. With this new found freedom comes celebrations, vacations, beach weekends, etc. With all of that fun, it can be tough to navigate when you are trying to keep your fitness goals on track. I have a few ideas, tips and tricks that you can do so that you can stay the course and still have an amazing summer!
#1) Plan ahead
As you know planning ahead is key to staying with your fitness and health goals, and planning ahead for summer is no different. Take a look at your schedule. Whether it be parties, weekend getaways, or a vacation, look at how far out you are from your event and plan ahead with your food prep and gym sessions, and you can plan an event day as an off day.
#2) Eat a small meal/snack before an event
If you have a party or celebration coming up and you know there will be a lot of goodies and drinks, you can really keep on the straight and narrow by eating something small beforehand, so you are not as hungry when you get there. You can still have the chips and dip, cocktails, or decadent dessert, but just have a smaller portion.
#3) High Intensity Workouts
Making the most of your time on vacation is a must--and you don't want to spend a lot of time in the gym. So get creative and switch it up! Keep the workouts shorter but keeping the intensity high. Try doing 40/15, 30/10, 20/10 intervals doing various movements like squat, push, pull, hinge, and rotational movements. Doing those movements will give you a well-rounded workout instead of only hitting one or two body parts.
#4 Get out of the Gym
One of the fun things about Summer is partaking in summer sports. Instead of going to the gym while on vacation, make use of amenities that your resort or hotel has to offer. Maybe that is SUP, Yoga on the beach, an outdoor Spin class, using hiking trails, or swimming in the pool or beach. That will change things completely and you may not feel like a "workout" but you are staying active.
#5 Drink plenty of water
Drinking water is paramount to staying hydrated, regular and satiated. I always start my day with 16-20oz of water to get my system started and hydrated. Drinking water especially during high calorie days will help to flush out some of the sodium and make you feel less bloated. Water will also help to keep things moving in the digestive tract. With all the decadent food, sometimes your system can get backed up leading to integestion and discomfort. Aim for at least 64- to 75oz per day .
I hope these tips are helpful and will keep you on track with your fitness and nutrition goals. Make Summer 2025 yoru best yet!
Kettlebell Queen's Blog #4
Why focus on mobility?
Happy Summer everyone! I hope you are having a fun summer soaking up the sun, and cooling off at the beach. Some of you may have found that walking on an uneven surface like sand can be tough to navigate, especially when dragging a cooler, carrying chairs and bags. This is one of the many reasons why doing mobility and balance work is beneficial and is a great compliment to a strength training program.
I have taken a deep dive and really focused on mobility, balance and how it can benefit people of all ages.
This past year I have learned a lot about why barefoot training is so valuable, and how “grabbing the ground with your feet” can really help with not only balance, but also activates the glutes, quads and core so you can use your body more effectively. Using different pieces of equipment can go a long way to help further advance mobility, but also changes things up and makes workouts challenging but fun. I find the use of foam rollers, mobility balls, sandbags, the TRX Suspension Trainer, and kettlebells very helpful in giving “feedback” to the body, meaning helping to engage the core, glute and muscles of the feet. Now the body can be fully engaged and several muscle groups are activated at once, making a particular exercise or movement more effective.
By training the body this way, balance will also improve. Balance is essential in daily life for people off all ages. Poor balance can lead to falls and injuries, so doing accessory work in either a warm up or cooldown should be a non-negotiable in any workout program. If you find that your balance is off and you aren’t as mobile or flexible as you once were, let’s work together and figure out a solid plan that can set you up for success!
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