Christie’s Fitness Tips
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Healthy Recipe: Sweet Potato Pumpkin Soup
With pumpkin carving season upon us, you might find yourself staring at a pile of pumpkin innards wondering what to do with them. Before you toss them in the compost, consider this: those "guts" are nutritional gold, perfect for making creamy, warming pumpkin...
Why Rest Matters Just as Much as the Work
Understanding Your Body's Energy System Can Transform Your Workouts I often talk in class about how rest and recovery aren't just "nice to have,” but are actually essential components of your workouts. This runs counter to the notion that pushing through without rest...
What’s Stopping You? Simple Ways to Break Through When Exercise Feels Hard
Staying active as you get older is one of the best investments you can make in your health and vitality. But let’s face it: sometimes you just don’t feel like exercising. Maybe you can’t find the time. Or you feel low on energy. Or perhaps you’re worried about pain or...
Feel Strong, Energized & Balanced: Why BodySculpt Is More Than Just a Workout
You know that feeling when you finish a workout and your whole body just feels... right? Not destroyed, not exhausted, but energized and strong? That's exactly what I wanted to create when I designed the system of workouts I call BodySculpt. In my role as a fitness...
How to Spot Fitness Disinformation (and Protect Your Progress)
Don’t Fall for Fitness Myths They're all over social media: “miracle” workouts or supplements that promise results almost overnight. And they can be tempting, especially when we’re motivated to stay strong, mobile, and healthy. But not everything you see or hear...
Fuel Your Workout: Smart Eating, Real Results
Why Pre and Post-Workout Nutrition Matters Do you ever wonder if a snack before your online class is actually necessary, or what you should be eating right after a strong workout session? Over the years I’ve learned just how much thoughtful nutrition supports energy,...
Why Your Foam Roller Doesn’t Have to Feel Like Medieval Torture
There’s a common myth you may have heard about foam rolling. It goes like this: "Foam rolling should hurt; the more it makes you wince and grit your teeth, the better it's working." Uh, nope! This is not true at all. In fact, foam rolling should feel good. Sharp pain...
Why Some Workouts Leave You Energized (and Others Don’t)
Ever notice how certain workouts make you feel amazing while others leave you drained or sore for days? There's actually fascinating science behind this difference, and understanding it can completely transform how you approach fitness—especially if you're over 50....
How to Keep Your Fitness Routine Rocking, Even When Life Gets Busy
Simple ways to stay active and strong through summer holidays, travel, or any busy season When life gets busy, it’s easy to let daily habits take a back seat. Even for the most dedicated fitness aficionados, routines can slip. The best way to keep up your momentum -...