All Blog Posts Tagged 'post-pregnancy' (34)

2 Bikini Body Exercises for Arms, Abs, Thighs and Butt

Get ready for 2 super effective exercises that help to tone, tight and reshape 4 areas of greatest concern when it comes to looking your best in a bikini the summer!

Arms, Abs, Thighs and Butt!

The one leg squat targets your thighs and butt while push ups tone and tighten your core and help you achieve lean, defined arms.

A surprisingly quick yet effective super set to add to your fat loss plan helping you get your… Continue

Added by Holly Rigsby on April 25, 2010 at 9:08pm — 2 Comments

10 Calorie Control Strategies

The Power of 10

The most effective way to control calories and burn more belly fat is to set a goal to eat 10 servings of Produce - which are your fruits and veggies - each and every day.

By doing so you not only get full on less calories, your body has the energy and nutrients to fire up your metabolism so you can burn more fat and flatten your belly!

What is a serving… Continue

Added by Holly Rigsby on April 19, 2010 at 7:10am — 3 Comments

Playground Workout for Moms

"Holly, Can you suggest exercises that you can do outdoors / out of the gym?"

Playground Workouts are the Perfect Outdoor Option

Especially if you find yourself taking your children to the park to enjoy the warmer weather, you can make the most of this time too!

Get your bottom off the park bench and get your playground workout on!…

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Added by Holly Rigsby on April 11, 2010 at 6:32pm — 9 Comments

Spring Break Boot Camp Workout

Spring is here which means more outdoor fun is in store for you! It's just about time to clear the closet of those heavy, winter clothes!

How will you feel about your body in the new, more revealing spring fashions?

This is your opportunity to establish a true metabolism boosting, fat burning, full body toning workout plan.

We all deserve to look our very best as we anticiapte the arrival… Continue

Added by Holly Rigsby on April 4, 2010 at 7:07pm — No Comments

7 Best Body Weight Exercises For Fat Loss

As a Super Busy Mom my favorite types of workouts are ones that are Quick and Convenient! Body weight exercises for fat loss are the foundation of many of my Fit Yummy Mummy workouts.

No fancy equipment needed ~ just your own body....even better, all moves can be done right at home or wherever you may be.

I love full body moves that challenge all the large muscles for a supercharged metabolism and a lean, toned… Continue

Added by Holly Rigsby on March 28, 2010 at 7:43pm — 6 Comments

Walk Your Way Thin

Ready to Walk?

With warmer weather on the way desire to GET OUT and Get Active is stronger than ever.

Just this morning I dropped Tyler off at school and went for an extremely pleasant 45 minute walk.

Now I consider this a Luxury, for rarely do I have such a large chunk of time to spend on me....and really each day I SHOULD have - ALL busy moms should… Continue

Added by Holly Rigsby on March 14, 2010 at 7:00pm — 5 Comments

Tight Booty Trifecta Workout Video

Lift, Firm and Tighten Your Booty

Try out 3 of my favorite Perky Butt Moves

IMPORTANT: These moves are challenging. If you have problems with your knees, please do not attempt. As always, consult with your Dr before beginning a new workout or exercise routine. For best results follow a FULL body resistance training plan AND clean up what you eat!

These are three of my favorite lift, firm and… Continue

Added by Holly Rigsby on February 14, 2010 at 4:39pm — No Comments

Stability Ball Exercise For Tight Abs and Toned Arms

Reshape Your Body with a Stability Ball

Add this Advanced Stability Ball Exercise to your fat loss workout to help tighten your tummy and tone your arms!

Stability Ball Knee In

This is one of my Favorite Stability Ball Moves because it challenges my entire body!

Anytime I can incorporate a single exercise… Continue

Added by Holly Rigsby on January 31, 2010 at 7:30pm — No Comments

4 Favorite Energizing Snacks

Must Have Foods For Energy & Fat Loss

I have 4 “Go To” snacks I turn to during my busiest of days that give me the lift and satisfaction I need to stay on track with my fitness goals.

I have tracked what I eat, how my body feels, how my body looks and how my body performs for the past 5 years now.

Based on the feedback my body gives my, I feel my best, have the most energy and am ale to maintain my… Continue

Added by Holly Rigsby on January 24, 2010 at 7:30pm — 2 Comments

How To Burn More Fat and Calories For Fast Results

The Fastest Way to get results from your Workouts is....

....to BOOST your metabolism and get your body to BURN more calories!

You know this, but are you doing this in the most effective and time saving way?

Please do NOT make the Mistake in Thinking the fast track to fat loss is CARDIO – Heck NO!

It is RESISTANCE Training!

Work your MUSCLE and not only will you… Continue

Added by Holly Rigsby on January 18, 2010 at 11:57am — 2 Comments

Don't Make This Plateau Buster Mistake!

"If you do what you have always done, you will get what you have always gotten"

How long have you been doing the same workout routine?

Feeling stuck with your results? It may be due to the fact that your body has hit a plateau.

If you do not change up your workouts often enough, your body get used to it which leads to zero progress on your fat loss goals - not to mention… Continue

Added by Holly Rigsby on November 29, 2009 at 6:25pm — No Comments

How To Stay Fit When You Are Sick

Not feeling so so good, but are worried about breaking the fat loss progress you have made?

"What's the best workout to do when I am sick?"

"What can I do to make up for lost time?"

"What the best workout strategy to help me get back on track?"

First and MOST Important is that you know that it is absolutely fine to take time off from your workout plan when you are… Continue

Added by Holly Rigsby on November 1, 2009 at 3:30pm — 3 Comments

Halloween Workout Video Cheerleader Style

Are you getting a jump start on your Holiday Weight Gain?

Yes, I wanted to give you a bit of a scare – I need to grab your attention – for did you know the typical holiday weight gain is 5 and even up to 10 pounds through the holidays and into the New Year?

And guess what........it all begins with Halloween!

How could it NOT with all the sugar laden treats! Candy just isn’t around for one day. Halloween treats at home, Halloween… Continue

Added by Holly Rigsby on October 26, 2009 at 6:49am — 2 Comments

The BEST Busy Mom Diet Tool

When it comes to a Busy Mom's Diet, it is how you eat most of the time that matters.

So how DO you eat most of the time? What eating habits do you have that are keeping you in your current body?…

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Added by Holly Rigsby on October 11, 2009 at 6:14pm — No Comments

"I Workout ALL The Time But Still NO Results!!!"

Fat Loss Troubleshooter Can working out TOO much prevent fat loss results?

"I am working out ALL the time! I've been a so-called "athlete" for 10 years. I have participated in tons of road races, hikes, climbs, you-name-it.

Even though I continue to add new workouts and routines every week to lose the excess pounds I've gained over the last 3 years, the fat will NOT budge.

I thought… Continue

Added by Holly Rigsby on October 4, 2009 at 3:53pm — No Comments

Must Have Workouts ~ Burn More Fat In Less Time!

Your Must Have Workout: Resistance Training!

If muscle is your metabolism and the only way to create a lean and toned body, why aren't more women making resistance training the heart of their workout plan?

Top 3 Reasons WHY More Women are NOT Doing Resistance Training

1. Believe the answer to Fat Loss… Continue

Added by Holly Rigsby on September 28, 2009 at 7:39am — 1 Comment

Are Your Workouts Busy or Productive?

What type of feedback are you getting from your workouts?

Are your workouts Busy or Productive?

Being busy means being engaged in action.

Being productive means yielding results or benefits.

I hear all too often that women are just working out to workout. Sure, there is a goal out there to lose weight, but the workouts chosen are getting them nowhere fast and leaving so many feeling frustrated, exhausted or worse -… Continue

Added by Holly Rigsby on September 20, 2009 at 6:30pm — No Comments

10 Healthy After School Snacks In A Hurry

Need some quick, easy and healthy after school snack ideas?

Tyler is excited to show you what is in his Snack Box!

The key to making your children’s after school routine successful and stress free is Planning Ahead.

Yes - there is the "P" word again, again and again - maybe if I tell you enough, it will make a difference for you.

You must know what to have on hand - which… Continue

Added by Holly Rigsby on September 14, 2009 at 4:29am — 1 Comment

Easy & Healthy Back To School Breakfast Ideas

"I’m needing some quick and easy morning meals to start the day off right

for the kids." ~ Janene

You already know this Moms....Breakfast is the most important meal of the day for everyone, but it’s even more important for our children.

They NEED essential nutrients to be active, alert and energized in the morning. Not just energy for a healthy Body but Energy for a healthy brain so our kids can....

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Added by Holly Rigsby on August 23, 2009 at 6:53pm — 1 Comment

Why I Love Greek Yogurt

What is Greek Yogurt?

~ Greek yogurt is creamier than regular yogurt for it is produced by straining off the liquid whey, which concentrates the protein in the yogurt.

~ This means Greek Yogurt has twice the protein of regular yogurt.

~ Greek yogurt is lower in carbs (and yes it has sugar - dairy products have a natural sugar called Lactose - the key is to read the ingredients to find ADDED sugars - not… Continue

Added by Holly Rigsby on August 16, 2009 at 4:57pm — 1 Comment