I've wanted to be able to do pull-ups most of my life. I was always amazed by girls who could do them. I thought surely after starting CrossFit in 2012 I'd get there -- but it wasn't that simple. Looking back, I know realized I could have reached my goals back then if I'd known how to get there. I finally did my very first strict pull-up earlier this year -- and recently, I did 5 strict pull ups IN A ROW. So, after five years of trying and not getting even one -- what made this year different? If you want to learn how to get a strict pull-up, listen up! The girl who thought she'd NEVER be able to do a pull-up can now do 5 in a row. I'm actually so proud of myself for this! Next up: 10! #macros_lab @macros_lab for the nutrition … [Read more...]
Protein for Moms: Why It’s a Must
Before having a child, I pictured fun times gathering with other moms and most certainly, doing some stroller running! It was part of the "dream" I had for myself as a mom with young kids -- and I'm thankful to say that part of my dream has come true. It's simple but something I really enjoy. Every Wednesday, a big group of Moms & babies gather at the Athletic Annex in downtown Indianapolis for a 30-minute stroller run (or walk) and then an hour of snacks and socializing. We're right on a very long running trail that runs through the city so it's the perfect location. These days, we've got moms joining us with babies as young as one month old! I knew this was the perfect group to share my protein secrets and Premier Protein bars … [Read more...]
Featured in Morning Chalk-Up: Tale of a CrossFitter With a Genetically Bad Back
I was born into a family of bad backs. My Dad has had a couple of surgeries, my aunts and other family members, too many to count. And it seems I inherited this genetic curse. Even before I began CrossFit, I dealt with some back issues. As a marathon runner, injury got to me. I went to my first physical therapist at age 20 – and the problem soon solved itself in a matter of months. Six years later, I found myself off of running and visiting the chiropractor three times a week for months. That too, eventually got better. In 2012, I discovered CrossFit. My back hurt a bit the week I was supposed to start so I postponed it by two weeks. I was skeptical about the sport – would this really be for me? And would it be worth the financial cost? … [Read more...]
Premier Protein for CrossFitters!
*This post is sponsored by Premier Protein I've had so much fun being an ambassador for Premier Protein this year -- not to mention gobbling up every bar they sent me and almost drink all the powder and smoothies too. Gonna have to restock soon! So when I got the opportunity to showcase the brand to my CrossFit gym, Three Kings. I was excited. It's helped me with performance and nutrition so of course I wanted to let others know about it. I usually hit up the 10am weekday class. Working from home has it's perks! Lots of moms and other other people that work from home too -- or folks that have jobs with strange hours like nurses, doctors, cops or firefighters. We always have a decent crowd and everyone was pretty excited to … [Read more...]
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