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Beginner HIIT Workout – Low Impact
- by Michelle
- January 12, 2021
Who doesn’t love a good HIIT Workout? This 20 Minute HIIT workout is perfect for beginners, but will also give a really fit person a run for their money! I do this workout a lot at home on days when life is too busy to get down to my studio and trust me, it get’s […]Read More >>
Plyometrics Leg Workout & Core / HIIT
- by Michelle
- January 5, 2021
Plyometrics Leg Workout & Core This 25 Minute plyometric cardio circuit with additional core workout is just what you need to build strong lean legs and a tight core. This Plyometrics leg workout with core circuit is a fat burning HIIT workout. It is an all bodyweight workout requiring no equipment. We use a lot […]Read More >>
Lose Weight Now in 2021 With 3 Easy Tips
- by Michelle
- January 3, 2021
Are You Looking To Lose Weight Now In 2021? If you are someone who is waiting until 2021 or the new year to lose weight now, then I highly suggest you watch the video below all the way to the end! In this video I’m going to break down how to lose weight, how to […]Read More >>
Add a Metabolic Finisher to Maximize Fat Burn
- by Michelle
- January 28, 2020
People are always asking me about the best ways to maximize time in the gym and how to get the best calorie burn in the least amount of time. There are many ways to get in a good workout with minimal time commitment, but I always stress that a shortened workout schedule […]Read More >>
Does Alcohol Really Affect Fat Loss?
- by Michelle
- November 16, 2019
Does Alcohol Really Affect Fat Loss? I get this questions from clients all the time, especially in the days leading up to long weekends! Yes, it’s always nice to be able to “cheat” on your clean eating plan once and a while to enjoy a few cocktails with friends (or more than a few for […]Read More >>
Healthy Snacks – Beat Afternoon Cravings With These Simple Tips
- by Michelle
- October 8, 2019
We all feel it on either a daily basis or just once and a while, that mid-afternoon “slump”. That time of day where you start to feel tired, hungry (possibly “hangry”), and you begin to crave sugary carbohydrates food not healthy snacks. There are many reasons this drop in energy could be happening, so instead […]Read More >>
How Sleep and Weight Loss Are Related
- by Michelle
- August 18, 2019
It is common knowledge that a balanced lifestyle of healthy eating and regular exercise will eventually result in some amount of weight loss, following the theory of creating a calorie deficit of fewer calories in vs. calories burned; however, what about sleep and weight loss? To put this into perspective, think of it as […]Read More >>
6 Benefits of Eccentric Strength Training
- by Michelle
- July 15, 2019
There are so many variations, equipment, rep ranges, and variables that can be included in strength training; however, I find eccentric training is one that is often overlooked and forgotten. Eccentric training is so valuable in building stronger leaner muscles, but also learning proper form and muscle activation in exercises. There are three different […]Read More >>
5 Reasons You Should Be Doing Group Fitness Classes
- by Michelle
- August 7, 2018
The Benefits of Group Fitness We all know that exercise is vital to healthy living but there is so much more to fitness than simply “hitting the gym”! What type of exercise should I do? How do I perform certain exercises? And how do I fit exercise into my already busy schedule? are just a […]Read More >>
Clean Creamy Avocado Salad Dressing – Better Than Store Bought Alternatives
- by Michelle
- March 8, 2018
Are you getting sick of eating your regular balsamic salad dressing, but you continue to eat it because you have been told that a creamy salad dressing = high in calories? This is true in most cases, especially in store bought salad dressings. We all love creamy salad dressings, let’s be honest they just make […]Read More >>
Improve Workout Motivation with These 5 Tips
- by Michelle
- October 31, 2016
We all go through phases where motivation is high and we are super eager to workout and eat clean so we can look and feel amazing. That phase lasts for a few weeks to a few months, then motivation tends to decrease and decrease as time goes on. Why does this decrease in motivation […]Read More >>
Customer Appreciation Day-Free Workouts & More
- by Michelle
- October 15, 2016
Just as the poster above states: We love all of our loyal clients and wanted to show our love by dedicating a day just to YOU! ALL FITNESS CLASSES ARE FREE! Bring friends, family, and/or significant others to try out a class or two. All you have to do is register to claim […]Read More >>
Awesome Ab Workout For A Flatter Stomach
- by Michelle
- July 27, 2016
It’s summer time and everyone seems to be seeking out that perfect ab workout that will flatten and tone some beautiful abs. Am I right? Closer to summer the majority of my clients begin asking for their workouts to be more “ab focused” and that they love ab workouts! One Quick Thought Pertaining to […]Read More >>
2 New Exercises For CORE Strength at Home – No Equipment Required!
- by Michelle
- March 17, 2016
There is an on-going debate going on between trainers, fitness professionals, doctor’s, fitness fanatics, and those who just think they know everything about everything about which ab exercises are the best to build 6-pack abs. I am not even going to attempt making a statement about what the absolute best exercise is, frankly because their […]Read More >>
One of the Best Ways to Build a 6 Pack at Home – No Equipment Required!
- by Michelle
- March 13, 2016
Have you ever wished you could clean your floors and work your abs at the same time?? NO? Well you should, because what an amazing way to muli-task! LOL JK 😉 Only weird people like me probably think of these things….. Many people think that in order to get results from a workout you have […]Read More >>
2 Exercises to Target Your Lower Abs
- by Michelle
- March 3, 2016
Let’s keep it real, everyone would love to have a flat stomach and ripped up washboard abs….right? What if I told you that this dream can be a reality for everyone! With the right nutrition and exercising the correct way the dream of a flat and toned stomach is attainable. I’m going to give you […]Read More >>
21 Day Reboot your Resolutions Challenge – Is Now Open For Registration!
- by Michelle
- February 29, 2016
Did you set a few resolutions to make 2016 your healthiest year? to lose some weight? improve your fitness level? make more of a commitment to yourself? How is it going so far? We are now two months into 2016 and this is a great time to reflect on how things are going. […]Read More >>
The BEST Dynamic Stretch You Should Be doing Regularly
- by Michelle
- February 18, 2016
Do you sit at a desk all day? Do you sit down and text or scroll through the internet on you smartphone? Do you workout hard and never stretch or warm-up properly? If you are guilty of any of these (or all three?) you could be suffering from tight hips, rounded shoulders, and/or tight neck […]Read More >>
One of the Best Exercises for Firmer Glutes & Toned Thighs: The Single-Leg Romanian Deadlift
- by Michelle
- January 27, 2016
Over the years I have trained a lot of females and almost every single one of them has asked me which exercise I think is the best for tightening their bum or toning the back of their thighs. It seems the newest craze is women wanting more curves, meaning adding a little more “junk in […]Read More >>
How to Reduce Muscle Aches after a Day on the Slopes
- by Michelle
- January 6, 2016
It is very common to wake up with stiff muscles the morning after a long day of skiing or snowboarding, especially early in the ski season because your body is not yet adapted to the demands placed on it during these popular winter sports. Whether you are an athlete or a weekend warrior, it […]Read More >>
Michelle’s Top 10 Strategies for Successful Weight Loss
- by Michelle
- January 4, 2016
Happy New Year Everyone! It’s a new year, which means many of us are setting resolutions and goals to make this the best year yet. A common January goal is to lose weight, this is a great goal; however, it is important to have a plan on how you are going to get to this […]Read More >>
It’s Challenge Time! CORE Conditioning Present: New Year – New You – 21 Day Challenge
- by Michelle
- December 29, 2015
IT’S THAT TIME AGAIN! NEW YEAR – NEW YOU 21 Day CHALLENGE Only 3 Weeks to a flatter stomach and feeling great! ONLY OPEN TO 30 PEOPLE SO…… CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW! OUR LAST 6 CHALLENGES HAVE SOLD OUT QUICKLY, SO DON’T WAIT! ONCE IT’S […]Read More >>
Minute With Michelle -Episode 3: 5 Tips To Stay Hydrated This Winter
- by Michelle
- December 1, 2015
5 Tips for Staying Hydrated This Winter Hydration is just as important during the winter months as it is in the summer months, if not more important. Once the temperature drops during the winter months it becomes harder to focus on drinking water, well because it’s cold and most people reach for a warm […]Read More >>
GYM HYGIENE ETIQUETTE 101 – A MUST READ!
- by Michelle
- November 19, 2015
As winter approaches us there are some basic rules you should follow as a gym member to avoid being “that stinky person” at your gym or in your group fitness classes. During the summer months most gym’s are able to have fans blowing and doors open to let fresh air and a nice breeze […]Read More >>
Why You’re Not Getting the Results You Want – Guest Post by Mike Whitfield
- by Michelle
- November 8, 2015
I got this in an email from Mike Whitfield (www.trainwithfinishers.com) and had to share with my audience also. At CORE Conditioning, my soldiers know how I feel about “fad diets” and “trendy workouts” — meaning we are not about it. It’s all about finding something you can stick to long term, something you enjoy, and […]Read More >>
Regular Plank Getting Boring? Let’s Make It Interesting By Adding a Pike!
- by Michelle
- October 31, 2015
Are you looking to get a flatter stomach? Have you been told that planks are much better than sit-ups at achieving this goal? (you are on the right track!) The plank is a great exercise to strengthen not only your abdominal muscles, but your entire core! But, have you been doing planks for a long […]Read More >>
Are You Up For the Challenge? Register Now for the November Healthy For The Holidays 21 Day Challenge
- by Michelle
- October 26, 2015
CORE CONDITIONING PRESENTS THE RETURN OF: November Healthy For The Holidays 21 Day CHALLENGE Only 3 Weeks to a flatter stomach and feeling great! ONLY OPEN TO 30 PEOPLE SO…… CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW! OUR LAST 5 CHALLENGES HAVE SOLD OUT QUICKLY, SO DON’T WAIT! ONCE IT’S FULL IT’S FULL! […]Read More >>
One of The Best Butt Exercise You Are Not Doing… And My Thoughts On Big Bums
- by Michelle
- October 25, 2015
Lately with the craze of the Kardashian’s and all of these celebrities getting surgeries to increase the size of their “booty”, I am finding a lot of female clients are coming in asking for the same. “I want to build up my butt”, “how do I get a butt like Kim?”, “Is there a way […]Read More >>
Keep It Simple – September 21 Day Slim Down Challenge Is Here!
- by Michelle
- August 24, 2015
Well it’s that time of year again……..Sadly summer is coming to an end and real life is about to set in again 🙁 Have you created some bad nutrition habits over the summer? Skipped more workouts than planned? Know you need to get back into a healthy routine, but don’t know where to start? […]Read More >>
One of The Best Exercises for a Flat Stomach
- by Michelle
- August 20, 2015
I want to start by saying – Remember: Abs are made in the kitchen people! And even though we can’t stop reduce, meaning doing 1000’s of sit ups daily will not be the only determinant of giving us a flat and toned stomach; however, performing exercises like the one discussed below will help in combination […]Read More >>
Protein Packed Spinach Salad! Sneak Peak Recipe From 21 Day July Fat Blast Challenge
- by Michelle
- June 29, 2015
Are you looking for a healthy lunch or dinner idea that not only tastes great, but will help you get towards your weight loss goals? This is one of the great recipes you will find in the 21 Day July Fat Blast Challenge starting July 6th! This is a great lunch idea you can make […]Read More >>
21 Day July Fat Blast Challenge Returns!
- by Michelle
- June 25, 2015
CORE CONDITIONING PRESENTS THE RETURN OF: 21 Day July Fat Blast Challenge Only 3 Weeks to a flatter stomach and tighter abs! ONLY OPEN TO 25 PEOPLE SO…… CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW!! If you sign up for the challenge now you are committing yourself to 3 weeks to really buckle down and focus […]Read More >>
Summer Abs? – Quick, But Challenging At Home CORE Stability Workout
- by Michelle
- June 18, 2015
So you are looking for a quick, but challenging CORE stability workout you can do in the comfort of your own living room? Well you have come to the right place! I am happy to share with you one if my favorite CORE routines that have kept my CORE Strong and toned over the […]Read More >>
Free Fitness Classes This Saturday!
- by Michelle
- June 2, 2015
COME OUT AND CELEBRATE ALL YOUR HARD WORK OVER THE WINTER, TRY OUT A FITNESS CLASS, OR TAKE ON SOME FUN FITNESS CHALLENGES FOR PRIZES!!! CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR A FREE FITNESS CLASS!Read More >>
Michelle’s Favorite Green Machine Protein Shake!
- by Michelle
- May 28, 2015
Ok all of my clients and followers on social media are always asking me what I put in my protein shakes, well it’s your lucky day! This is my favorite protein shake recipe. If you like yummy tasting, thick, creamy, and extremely healthy protein shakes, well you will want to make this! Here you go: […]Read More >>
Avocado Egg Salad Wrap – Healthy Snack or Lunch Idea!
- by Michelle
- May 5, 2015
I’m always happy to share some of my healthy regular “go-to’s” for quick, easy, and healthy meals. If you are signed up for my Fit your ‘Fit – Summer Slim Down Challenge, this is a great way to switch up the tuna wrap that you will find in the meal plan. This wrap can be […]Read More >>
Chicken Avocado Burgers
- by Michelle
- April 17, 2015
These burgers are truly to die for! If you are looking for something you can make in advance and freeze for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, check this recipe out! You can use ground chicken or ground turkey depending on your taste buds and can be cooked on an indoor or outdoor grill. If […]Read More >>
Healthy Shamrock Protein Shake Recipe
- by Michelle
- March 17, 2015
Happy St. Patrick’s Day Everyone! Well today seems to be the day that many people fall off track with their clean eating by taking in any type of food as long as it is green, right?? Green beer, green cookies that someone brought into the office, green everything and anything. It’s like because it is […]Read More >>
5 Foods You Should NEVER Eat for Breakfast
- by Michelle
- March 10, 2015
With TV commercials and media all over the place selling us different products, it’s easy to fall victim to thinking the breakfast you might be consuming is a good choice; however, most of the time it is not. The safest way to choose a breakfast food is to look for something in it’s most natural […]Read More >>
RE-INVENT YOURSELF 2015 TRANSFORMATION CHALLENGE
- by Michelle
- December 29, 2014
CORE CONDITIONING PRESENTS: RE-INVENT YOURSELF 2015 TRANSFORMATION CHALLENGE SCROLL TO THE BOTTOM TO REGISTER!! A 28-Day Jumpstart to Renew, Refresh, and Re-energize Are You Ready To: Feel better quickly and eliminate cravings? Power through your 2015 health goals? Build positive momentum and solid routine to kickstart your fittest year EVER? Overcome any setbacks […]Read More >>
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