Women Behind The Weights

Do you remember what your New Year’s resolution was? What goals and plans did you set for yourself this year at the beginning of the year? With the year is halfway over take a few minutes to reflect back on your goals, resolutions, and plans you made at the beginning of the year to educate yourself about how you accomplish your goals and to motivate you to stay on track. Look over your goals How m...

Split training looks at your workout from a week long or month long viewpoint. Each day of exercise is usually broken up into a “primary focus” (like legs, back, shoulders, chest) and “secondary focus” (like abs, triceps, and biceps). As oppose to training (HIIT) it strengthens our hearts, builds endurance, and can be done just about anywhere. HIIT can be stacked with other forms of cardio for a q...

If ropes terrified you in your childhood gym class, well, it’s probably because you were asked to climb them. But now that your days of climbing are over, you can look at ropes in a whole new light. Battle ropes — also called battling ropes — are a piece of equipment that once again prove you don’t need heavy weights to get a good workout. More than just tools to burn out your arms, battle ropes c...

At some point, everyone misses a workout (or two). It isn’t a matter of if — but when . From injury to illness to vacation and work stress, there are plenty of reasons you might miss a workout. But how many workouts can you skip before you start losing your hard-earned gains? Missing a workout isn’t necessarily a bad thing. In fact, taking as much as a one week off from training can sometimes be a...

We all need accountability for ANY goals we want to achieve. Whether it be to workout or eating, the bottom line is, we NEED accountability …we NEED each other to get what we want out of life. And the really cool thing is, by helping others with their accountability, they can help us with our accountability. And that is a win/win situation…with everyone getting the accountability that they need! M...

This is a part two follow up from episode number 72 Determination Domination part 1, where Marciea challenge LSF member Caitlin De La Cruz to do a body weight pull-up by the end of summer.  Caitlin was not only determined to smash a goal that she's been wanting accomplish for such a long time, but she she just may have dominated it as well. Tune-in now to find out how she's doing and see...

The health and fitness field is changing quickly. Obesity and diet-related illness are at an all-time high and millions of people need help with their nutrition more than ever.  Whatever stage in your journey, it’s important to understand that the most successful people will be those who have a deep understanding of nutrition science and the ability to effectively improve their lives.  That’s what...

Do you have integrity? You’re initial answer is probably, “well of course I do!” You probably have integrity when it comes to the people around you, you do what you say you are going to do, when you say you’re going to do it. But, do you have personal integrity with yourself when no one else is watching? In this episode Brittany talks about how to have your own personal integrity and how it can im...

With Facebook and other social media sites being the first place individuals go to “humble brag” (or just flat-out brag) about their accomplishments or experiences, this isn’t hard to fathom. With the success of other people constantly popping up on your newsfeed, it is easy to get wrapped up in thinking that you do not measure up.  However, the more time you spend worrying about what others are d...

Every diet and weight-loss strategy has its pros and cons, but for any one to really work, you've got to get your mind right.  Shifting your mindset about how to lose weight is the biggest factor in losing weight. We can't shift our weight from the outside without realizing the correct inner resolve and intention. And most people try to lose weight with the worst state of mind possible:...

Take a look inside an inspiring story of how one LSF member is determined to reach one of her fitness goals and is willing to do whatever it takes to get there. Not only does she plans on reaching her goal, but she's dominating all the challenges throughout her entire process and how you to can do the same thing with your goals you set out to reach! Tune in now to see how you to can start app...

Food trends come and go so fast they’ll make your head spin.  It’s easy to fall into the trap of feeling like you’re doing everything wrong because you aren’t jumping on the latest and greatest. Instead of asking yourself, “Is this right,” there’s a much more powerful question you could be posing instead. Marciea is sharing some important tools and questions for determining how your nutrition jour...

LadyStrong Fitness is hosting their 2nd Annual Customer Appreciation. This is an extravagant event that's held outside the studio.  Members have the opportunity to dress their best and invite  non-member (men or women).  Today Marciea Co-Founder of LSF will be recapping last years event and talking about the agenda taking place for this year. With only two weeks remaining and limited spots st...

Your new diet and fitness routine had you dropping pounds and looking and feeling good - until it suddenly just stopped. What to do now? Find out now with Brittany Co-founder of LadyStrong Fitness. Intro: ( 00:09 ) Annoucements: ( 00:40 ) Calories In vs Calories Out: ( 01:33 ) Mix up your routine: ( 02:27 ) Is your body accustom: ( 03:13 ) Change it up: ( 03:54 ) Biggest mistake: ( 04:38 ) Is it r...

In this episode,Marciea discuss social media workout videos isn't always whats best for you. Nothing is sexier than someone who isn't afraid to be themselves, and not trying to be someone else. Marciea also shares an encounter she had and made her think that most women make this common mistake. So if you want to learn how the fundamentals of working out, losing weight, getting leaner and...

What's important to you shouldn't have a price tag associated with the product or service. Change your perspective on how you view certain things. Ask yourself this, how is the product or service I'm investing in going to be beneficial to me rather than how much is it going to cost, and don't base your decision on price alone. It will go along ways and it will prevent you from...

Are you unable to make it to the gym? Did something pop up that breaks your daily workout routine? If so it's ok, try these fun exercises you can do anywhere. Tune-in Now to learn more! 00:00 - 00:10 Intro 00:11 Women’s Weight Loss Secrets Book 2:20 Story Telling 3:16 Paying it Forward 4:06 Common Mistakes 4:52 Don’t Favor Muscle Groups 5:40 Average Workout Time 6:33 Timed Workouts vs At Your...

Never feel defeated again with your weight loss journey! Instead start thinking like the pros and become a champion in your weight loss journey. This is an episode you don't want to miss! Marciea Co-Founder of LadyStrong Fitness will get you HYPED and will share advice that you can start taking immediate action on NOW! Topic Intro: ( 00:00 ) Story Telling: ( 00:36 ) Your Health is Your Wealth...

Everyone wants abs, but not everyone understands what it takes to get them. Co-Founder of LadyStrong Fitness alongside pro athlete Marciea explains the truth about abs and the recipe of what it takes to start seeing definition in your midsection. This is an episode you don’t want to miss! :05 -  1:38 Women’s Weight Loss Secrets 1:46 - 2:41 Podcast Audio Only 2:57 - 6:00 Story Telling  6:21 - 6:40...

We're going to debunk the most common misconceptions we hear time after time about weight loss. You may be surprised on what you may find out. Tune in Now! :45 - 1:10 New Book on Kindle! 1:40 - 3:00 Late Night Eating 3:01 - 4:18 Calories In vs Calories Out 4:23 - 5:19 Weight Training 5:22 - 6:22 Cardio Training 6:26 - 8:26 Eating Carbs 8:39 - 8:53 Leave Us a Review 8:54 - New Book

Are you suffering from lower back pain? If so then this podcast episode is for you! Today's podcast episode on The Coffee with MP Show we met with Dr. Eric from Integrated Physical Medicine in Roselle, IL.   :45 - 3:34 Common low back pain 3:35 - 4:49 Tight Hamstring and Glutes 5:00 - 6:12 Weak Core From Sitting 6:30 - 9:15 Why Stretching is Important  9:17 -11:30 Preventive Maintenance  11:3...

Today's podcast episode on The Coffee with MP Show we met with Tamisha LittleJohn who is a Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse for 15 years, at Freeport Memorial Hospital in Freeport, IL.  We're talking about women who are pregnant and whether they are new to exercise or it's already a part of your weekly routine. How choosing activities that are safest for you and the baby.  :48  -...

At LadyStrong Fitness these are the questions we hear the most frequently. You'll be surprised, but what you may hear.  :45 Women's Weight Loss Secrets Book Coming Soon! 2:00 - 5:23 What kind of foods should I stay away from and  what foods should I stick to? 5:28  - 6:40 How many calories should I be eating? 6:44 - 8:09 What kind of diet should I be doing? 8:11 - 9:45 How much water sho...

Today on the show Marciea and Brittany discuss tips and tricks on how you can begin to lose weight effectively! These tips aren't just eat this much and drink this much water, they are tactical things that will help you reach your goals! 

On this episode Brittany and Marciea will discuss their tips and tricks on how to reduce soreness after a workout so that you can move through your day and get back to your workouts as soon as possible!