When I first got into lifting, and started realizing many of things I’d have to start doing to be effective, I felt a bit isolated. Prioritizing protein, going to bed early, supplementing certain things, being super disciplined, I either felt like a weirdo or a superhero, and neither was very healthy! So I began fillingContinue reading “Normalizing The Lifestyle We Want”
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Progress Comes in Many Small Steps
Today I compared some gym pics from this week to pictures from February of 2020. Back when I was already showing progress, was very excited, and thought my arms were looking strong! And compared to today it’s totally different. Fitness is a path to humility because it seems the further you go the further youContinue reading “Progress Comes in Many Small Steps”
I Had PCOS…
I had PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome). Had, as in, past tense. Several doctors assured me that it was incurable, chronic, and that I could manage symptoms with drugs but that I’d never be without it. However, after living with PCOS for over a decade, I’ve been cured of it for several years. How do IContinue reading “I Had PCOS…”
Review: Relief Factor
My boyfriend often tells me I look like I’m 25 still, but the fact remains that I’ll be 39 in a few weeks. And despite all the great genetics I inherited from my parents I also inherited my mom’s arthritis very early. I already have arthritis in most of my joints, including my elbows. AsContinue reading “Review: Relief Factor”
Today I Deadlifted 330lbs
I wasn’t going to workout today. I was feeling a bit sluggish due to PMS. I’ve had cramps for several days and I’ve been extremely bloated. The last thing I wanted to do was workout. But then I thought I’d really rather deadlift today before my period starts. Besides that, it’s my scheduled day toContinue reading “Today I Deadlifted 330lbs”