Because body image, whether positive or negative is both individual and cultural. Plus, never underestimate the huge role of genetics (see Fade) and the part that a healthy endocrine system can play. We construct our body image out of personal opinion, which can be influenced by the opinion of others. Mostly, unsolicited comments from strangers (and some not so strangers) on our physical appearance. I will go as far as saying throw your scale in the garbage. There are things to look at instead of the number on your scale: 1- A Tiny Fit Habit2- Shoes with a swish of style to get out and about in3- This extra tiny…

Why pair cardio with strength training? Cardio is great for burning calories and slimming down, they say. They also say, pair it with strength training to get lean and toned. But what does this really mean? Most women I know have a fitness routine involving workout classes, HIIT, spinning, yoga, or running. Sometimes a bit of boxing is thrown in. Very few choose the gym’s free weight area to train. I say, grab some weights and brush any leftover fears related to bulking up. Start off super light on weights and build your way up, focusing on form. Because incorporating weights into your routine will help you reach healthy fatigue,…

Do you have enough time? The lock-down has given us the gift of time. But with family, or kids, or remote work responsibilities, we find ourselves giving all our time, with little left for us. And no time at all for that home workout we had promised ourselves to start. I discovered sliding time blocking to be my most powerful tool in lock-down.  1-Time blocking: scheduling a specific time in the day to do only one project or task (e.g. 30 minutes workout or stretching) 2- It’s sliding: because life gets in the way, even with the most perfectly planned day, so I allow a flexible time frame to slide…

Why exercising regularly so hard? One reason is because physical effort is the first thing that comes to our mind at the mention of the word “workout” or “training”? Hence the excuses not to exercise in the first place, let alone regularly. Find your main reason to move, and make sure it is not physical. It helps to draw it. Here’s mine, although I am usually a pretty peaceful person. It doesn’t matter where you begin. Make is sweet and short. Place it in the small circle and start. Sitting around is not an acceptable form of something. Thinking about it for a really long time doesn’t count either. So…