Summer Strand - Summer Fit (Page 2)

Summer Strand

Medicine Ball M's

Medicine Ball M's

This exercise packs a punch, even if you don’t use any weight! In addition to the flatter, slimmer waistline SummerABS stands for, it will also focus on your stamina, and build it. Proper and deep, focused breathing will be very helpful throughout this exercise. Maintain a keen eye on

The Rules

I tend to tell clients, colleagues, and anyone else I cross paths with that there are no set rules when it comes to getting and staying in shape; there are only guidelines. However, there are some rules that work for everyone, no matter what: Rule #1: Show Up I couldn&

SummerABS Air planes & Choppers

SummerABS Air planes & Choppers

In these two exercises we will focus on your obliques, and doing so as a continuum from the scoop that you already established from the other SummerAbs videos Here is a link to all my videos, look for SummerABS Like all SummerABS exercises, the proper form is vastly more important

SummerABS

Wouldn't it be nice to have naturally flat abs without having to constantly hold them in? SummerABS is a completely different, outside-the-box and extremely effective concept that works your abdominals. With these extensive videos and write ups I will lead you on your way to strong and flat

Tutorial: SummerABS Stretch Back

Tutorial: SummerABS Stretch Back

This is the first and the primary exercise of my SummerABS workout. When executed properly, this fundamental exercise will teach your body to naturally work your abs in flattening ways; with emphasis on working from the bottom of the muscle rather than the top, which has until now been the

Tutorial: SummerABS Alternating Knee Cap Reach

Tutorial: SummerABS Alternating Knee Cap Reach

This is the third exercise in the stretch back series of the SummerABS workout. Much like the first two exercises in this series, this is an advancement of the movements you have already learned. The emphasis is still on working from the bottom of the muscle rather than the top,

First Official Strongman Certification for Trainers

First Official Strongman Certification for Trainers

I believe it’s important to take certifications, continuous education or other courses to fully understand equipment and other tools you are using on your clients. Thankfully, I know there are many, many trainers out there that share my opinion. I also know there are some that are perfectly happy

Tutorial: SummerABS Accordions

Tutorial: SummerABS Accordions

This exercise will really challenge your abdominal strength and core integrity! Follow the instructions for the modifications you can go to the SummerABS videos, starting with SummerABS Stretch Back Like all SummerABS exercises, the proper form is vastly more important than the number of reps. Remember that more is not

Eating right on a budget: Fail-Proof Shopping

Eating right on a budget: Fail-Proof Shopping

Another routine trip to the grocery store; your children are throwing a fit and you let them have whatever they want just to keep the peace. Is your spouse or partner being impulsive and making it hard to be “good”? Do you find it difficult to stay within a budget

Body Part Envy and Photoshop Image Distortion

Body Part Envy and Photoshop Image Distortion

Are we allowed to be humans anymore? As a personal trainer, a common request you will get from clients is the desire to have Jennifer Lopez’s legs or Kim Kardashian’s butt... abs like this one’s, arms like that one’s and so on. Whenever a client comes

Reform Your Body with TRX

Reform Your Body with TRX

There is a constant stream of new gadgets being introduced to the fitness scene, and many of them are fads. I rarely jump on them. I like to play, research, investigate, try out as much as possible; and usually I end up writing them all off. TRX Suspension Training was

The Power of Positive Distractions

The Power of Positive Distractions

“You have to eat me!” Do you feel like food won’t shut up until you’ve eaten it? All of it? When this feeling shows up, it is time to redirect yourself; find something to distract yourself with, to take the pressure off yourself in that moment. If you

Eating right on a budget: What to Buy that’s healthy and inexpensive

Eating right on a budget: What to Buy that’s healthy and inexpensive

In the last entry of Eating Right on a budget, we went over the techniques that will allow you to shop happier and distraction free. In this entry, we are going to go over the foods that will not only save you money, but also help you achieve your fitness

The Little Black Dress Workout

There are certain areas that we all seem to want to change on our bodies. Tighter triceps. More toned biceps. Fuller chest. More toned back. Fixing our “verandas”. Getting rid of the flab on our arms and back. The Little Black Dress Workout is a selection of my favorite exercises

Why I Love The MELT Method So Much

Why I Love The MELT Method So Much

As a busy person who wears many hats in the fitness industry, and someone with a background in professional dance, it should come as no surprise that these things can take a toll on my body. As a result, I have had to be proactive and constantly keep an eye

The Perfect Exercise

The Perfect Exercise

Is there such a thing as a perfect exercise? This is much like asking for a magic pill or the perfect diet or the perfect... well, anything. Everyone is different. In fact, we are individually so unique and have such varying needs, wishes and wants, that it would be impossible

Tutorial: Standing Stroops Pull

Tutorial: Standing Stroops Pull

The Standing Stroops Pull, a part of The Little Black Dress Workout, is a pretty straightforward exercise designed to make the muscles of your upper back and rear delts dance and play in the light; perfect for that little black dress. It is also excellent for gentlemen who want to

Tutorial: Shoulder Defining Raises with Tubing

Tutorial: Shoulder Defining Raises with Tubing

The Shoulder Defining Raises with Tubing is a quick fix when you want your “caps to pop”. It is a perfect exercise right before wearing something strapless, to define the lovely lines in your shoulders. We are focusing on repetition and form as usual with this exercise. This is about

Tutorial: Pictorial Pectoral - Toned Chest, Shoulders & Arms Part 1

Tutorial: Pictorial Pectoral - Toned Chest, Shoulders & Arms Part 1

This is the first part of a two-part sub-series inside the Little Black Dress Workout that I like to call The Pictorial Pectoral. Much like the Standing Stroop Pull and the Tubing Rear Delt Flys, this exercise is all about shape and tone, not size. And also like those last

Tutorial: Tubing Rear Delt Flys

Tutorial: Tubing Rear Delt Flys

The Tubing Rear Delt Flys, a part of The Little Black Dress Workout, is a great exercise to do if you want a bangin’ upper body. It works similar muscles to the Standing Stroop Pull, but there is enough difference in the motion to get even more muscles engaged, and

Tutorial: Pictorial Pectoral - Toned Chest, Shoulders & Arms Part 2

Tutorial: Pictorial Pectoral - Toned Chest, Shoulders & Arms Part 2

This is the second part of a two-part sub-series inside the Little Black Dress Workout that I like to call The Pictorial Pectoral. Much like the Standing Stroops Pull and the Tubing Rear Delt Flys, this exercise is all about shape and tone, not size. If you are moving into

Biceps Toning with Tubing: Way Beyond 21s

Biceps Toning with Tubing: Way Beyond 21s

You may have heard of the biceps exercise 21s - here we are going to take it way beyond that, and really tone up your arms beautifully, for your little black dress. We are focusing on repetition and form as usual with this exercise. This is about cosmetics, not size.

TRX Suspension Training

TRX Suspension Training Certification: Summer knows the fundamentals of TRX® Suspension Training® and how to incorporate it into her client programs. She knows how to progress and regress TRX exercises for all fitness levels, adjust resistance and stability for all exercises and cue and correct common faults. CEC: ACE 0.

Tutorial: Thigh Toning Squat Lunges

Tutorial: Thigh Toning Squat Lunges

The Thigh Toning Squat Lunges Exercise is designed to tone your legs, especially your thighs, lift your butt, and promote good fat burning. There are several variations within the exercise, all with their own focus; this gives you the opportunity to choose which will work best for you. You can