By: Brandan Fokken It is amazing what we see when we are children. We see all the great things life has to offer. Our minds are open and limitless to any possibility, and rather than say I can’t or I won’t – those limits haven’t been set yet so they don’t exist. The imagination is … Continue reading »
5 steps to eliminating self-doubt and fear on your fitness journey By: Brandan Fokken 1. Surround yourself with positive people They say that the 5 people you surround yourself with most will ultimately decide where you go with your life. I am sure you have noticed that when you are in a gym you see … Continue reading »
3 Weight Lifting Myths… Debunked! Myth: “Weight lifting will make me manly and bulky! I don’t want to look like a bodybuilder!” Fact: This could not be further from the truth. Women do not have the levels of testosterone necessary to bulk up the way men do. Female bodybuilders have been consistently eating and training … Continue reading »
Beginner-Fitness I often get asked by girls who have never eaten healthy or worked out before.. where to start! I totally get how overwhelming it can be! Here are some basic tips I have for those JUST starting out on a health and fitness journey! =) Get rid of the junk food! This includes (but not limited … Continue reading »
My Tips on Fitting Exercise Into Your Busy Schedule Schedule it - Mark it on your calendar or planner and treat it as an important meeting, not to be missed! Wake up earlier - For a lot of people, waking up earlier than normal is a horrible inconvenience.. but it’s also a great way to get a … Continue reading »
Sometimes as students (or even just busy-bees) we find ourselves with little to no time left-over to get to the gym! Don’t let that be an excuse not to fit in a little exercise! You can complete an intense, effective workout in a short amount of time… you don’t always need tons of time or … Continue reading »
How to Eat Clean on a Budget Believe me when I say, there are plenty of broke college students, and struggling fitness models and competitors who are still able to eat well despite the odds! It just takes a little extra planning and perhaps some saving.. but making it a priority in your budget will help. If … Continue reading »
