This is sponsored by StarWood Sports and may also contain affiliate links. Over the last 18 months I've started to notice more and more problems with people's posture, and gait. I guess it's all part of the education process, the more I educate myself, the more issues I see. One big issue I've seen a lot is "knock-knees", which is the knees collapsing towards each other (like during squats) and when standing on one leg the opposite hip may drop also. This however can also show during walking …
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My First triathlon: The run
This is the third installment of my first triathlon story the run to the finish line, so if you haven't read part one (the swim,) or part two (the bike ride) then go do that now. And don't forget to enter the goggle giveaway! Ok onto part three.... Disclosure: Links in this post may be affiliate links meaning I earn a small commission on sales through the links. This pays for website hosting, race entries and new camera equipment, or crazy ass things like entering triathlon events! The swim …
My First Triathlon: The Bike
This is the second installment of my first triathlon adventure. Part one "the swim" can be found here, along with the giveaway for a pair of Swim Elite Goggles. If you haven't read part one, go do it now... seriously it's the most fun part of this event! Disclosure: Links in this post may be affiliate links meaning I earn a small commision on sales through the links. This pays for website hosting, race entries and new camera equipment! Stumbling onto the shore of Zuma beach after an 850 …
My First Triathlon: Ocean Swimming
So back in what seems like the dark ages, I announced I had signed up for a triathlon! Training begun. Months of running, cycling, pool swimming and ocean swims. Well last weekend on the 18th September I dragged myself out of bed at 2am to grab food, gear and head down to Zuma beach in Malibu California to line up with thousands of other crazy fit people for the 30th Nautica Malibu Triathlon. Disclosure: Links in this post may be affiliate links meaning I earn a small commision on sales through …
10 tips towards better Sleep
I'm training for my first Triathlon (it may also be the last, we'll see), in just three weeks and I'll be hitting the ocean bright and early for the Nautica Triathlon . My training consists of running, cycling and swimming, along with watching my diet and hydration. Look at any training program and it's all about the workouts and the nutrition. Very rarely will you see a mention of sleep, rest and recovery, or if you do it's a one liner regarding a 'rest day'. It's unfortunate as sleep is one of …
15-Minute Mat Pilates Workout for Beginners
While HIIT is a great way to increase fitness, one question I get asked a lot, in person and in the blog comments, is "what to do if you're a beginner"? High impact or high-intensity workouts are great for fat burning but they aren't really suitable for beginners. Or maybe you're working around an injury, there are workouts you can continue to do in order to y fit. I suggest something less intense, like this 15 minute Mat Pilates Workout! Did you know that Pilates was originally created …
Menu Planning & Meal Prep Tips, plus free printable
My first triathlon will be in 13 weeks and I've officially hit the "Get your shit together Di, and start training properly" phase. Now for a 'regular person' this probably wouldn't take much planning, there are after all tons of training plans on-line, but I am a health and fitness coach. I do personal training, and I teach multiple classes per week, all of which I have to schedule my triathlon training around. So on top of my already crazy work and life schedule I have to find time to get in at …
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Total Body Workout
Summer is here! Time to get fully entrenched in the bikini season and that means it is NOT time to slack off on your workouts. So today I'm sharing a total body workout which will help: shed fat, shape up the body and stop the jiggle. As always I made a workout video for you which features one set of each exercise and a good way to set off your workout, if you have longer simply rewind and watch it over! You can view the video below or on my YouTube Channel, remember to subscribe for the latest …
Quick Bodyweight strength workout
I've been super busy but managed to get a workout vlog up this week sharing a quick bodyweight strength workout. Like last week's cardio workout this one can be done anywhere, and requires ZERO equipment (though a mat is nice if you don't have a carpeted floor). You can see the full workout embedded below, which features THREE camera angles this week due to the edition of a "GoPro" (not a GoPro but a cheaper version). Oooh I'm getting fancy! Though I cannot tell you how annoying it was doing …