Julie Z, Certified Personal Trainer

09/10/2017

MOTIVATION MONDAY...
Do it simply because you CAN.

09/10/2017

Long time, no post. :( Trying to get back to sharing happy, healthy thoughts! So...I've realized I tell people about my morning Espresso Protein Shake a lot! So I thought I'd post it here on FB. It's important to have protein for breakfast; to support brain function, keep your hormones in check and satiety...to name a few! If you're like me though, breakfast needs to be fast and involve coffee! So every morning I make this, paired with 1/4 cup of Granola...cheers!
ESPRESSO PROTEIN SHAKE
2 Shots of espresso (or regular coffee)
1 Scoop Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder - "Vanilla Ice Cream" flavor
6 oz. Chocolate or Vanilla Soy Milk (or milk of choice)
Shake well in a blender bottle and pour over ice!

28/04/2015

Slimming Detox Water recipe. Great for when you're feeling bloated or just to feel your best!
Makes 24 oz...
- 3-4 mint leaves
- 2-3 slices of orange
- 2 slices of lemon
- 2-3 slices of cucumber
- 24 fl oz of ice cold water
Let it sit in the fridge overnight for maximum benefits.

18/03/2015

Oi Ocha! or "Tea Please!" - Hot or cold, Green Tea it's loaded with antioxidants and nutrients that have powerful benefits. Including improved brain function, fat loss, a lower risk of cancer and more! Get the real thing, not the cheap stuff loaded with sugar. I get mine through Amazon, delivered to my door monthly!

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18/03/2015

I love my Pop Pilates! If you haven't discovered Casey yet, you must! She offers a ton of short pilates workouts that are oh so effective, especially on those stubborn areas. There are videos for beginners too, no excuses!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nlcsCAh9WJE

Oh my goodness guys. This workout is insane!!! Your lower abs, your legs and ESPECIALLY your butt will be toned, tight, and sleek. Trust me. Get through this...

11/02/2015

To my 40+ friends out there, when it seems you have to work out way harder to get the results you used to...blame the hormones! Luv my Progesterone cream! ;)
http://www.drshel.com/6-ways-progesterone-helps-weight-loss/

Maintaining your ideal body weight can be a frustrating and difficult task. You may have heard or suspected that your hormones have something to do with your inability to lose weight. Well, that can absolutely be the case for many women, especially if you have had children, been on birth control pil…

20/01/2015

Week 2! Into Week 2 now of Max 30, soooo glad to be over the sore muscles. Shaun is great motivator, but sometimes my body just stops working! I've been trying to just move slower when I feel like I want to quit, it's better than stopping completely. Diggin' Deeper!

17/01/2015

Day 4: Tabata Power Again. Yep, I chose to take a break yesterday. My muscles were SOOOO sore so I knew my form would be crap. Today I felt great and nailed the work out, woot! It's important to let your muscles recover when you start a new program, but don't rest for more than a day in the first few weeks, then no more than 2.

16/01/2015

Good stuff!

If you've ever tried to lose a few pounds, you've probably been inundated with diet tips. But take them all with a grain of salt-some advice may sound legi

14/01/2015

Day 3: Sweat Intervals...should just be called TORTURE! I was very sore to begin with, could barely move. But I pushed play anyway, muscles warmed up and I powered through. Even decided to do the optional 10 min "Ab Attack" afterwards. Laying on my mat at the end...I think I died for a few minutes. Can't wait till tomorrow! ;)

14/01/2015

Day 2: Tabata Power...can barely type because my arms are shaking. It was intense, a lot of hop lunges, push ups and ab work. Full body for sure! Surely won't be able to walk tomorrow. But the key to results is to do a work out you CAN'T actually do. As you progress and CAN do it, that's when results happen!

13/01/2015

Day 1 is done! It was an awesome challenge, looking forward to "Tabata Power" tomorrow!